Program Manager (PM)
Effective with the release of this position announcement, Winrock International will be recruiting applicants for
the position of Program Manager for a project in Liberia that will work to build agribusiness skills of women under the Empowerment and Civic Engagement Unit. The responsibilities, duties, and qualifications are described in the attached position description. Position is contingent upon receipt of donor funding.
GENERAL:
Winrock International is a nonprofit organization that works with people in the United States and around the world to empower the disadvantaged, increase economic opportunity, and sustain natural resources . By linking local individuals and communities with new ideas and technology, Winrock is increasing long-term productivity, equity, and responsible resource management to benefit the poor and disadvantaged of the world.
SALARY & BENEFITS:
The annual salary will be commensurate with qualifications and experience. Excellent benefits include life, disability and medical insurance, retirement, and other normal Winrock benefits.
APPLICATIONS:
Applicants should go to www.winrock.org to the Jobs link and submit a current resume and cover letter referencing NBS – Liberia PM by May 27, 2012. If interested, please apply as soon as possible as CVs will be reviewed upon receipt. Citizens of Liberia currently residing in Liberia are strongly encouraged to apply.
Winrock would like to graciously thank all applicants for their interest but only candidates who meet all requisite criteria and are short-listed will be contacted.
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POSITION DESCRIPTION
POSITION TITLE: Program Manager
LOCATION: Liberia
UNIT: Empowerment and Civic Engagement
REPORTS TO: Senior Program Officer
PROGRAM SUMMARY:
The purpose of this USAID project in Liberia will be to build technical and business skills of women in Liberia to increase their participation in the formal agriculture sector. This is expected to be a three-year position based in Monrovia, Liberia, and is contingent upon receipt of donor funding.
ESSENTIAL RESPONSIBILITIES:
This individual has overall responsibility for the program and will be the key liaison with USAID and all other counterparts, implementing partners, and stakeholders involved with the program. The position requires significant coordination skills, broad general and technical knowledge, experience in developing countries , and strong abilities in stakeholder engagement, program monitoring, and reporting. Her/his primary responsibilities are aimed at providing overall leadership, management, and general technical direction of the entire program, ensuring the collection of input and output information and a focus on achieving the results defined in the contract. This individual will be expected to identify issues and risks related to program implementation in a timely manner, and suggest appropriate program adjustments.
QUALIFICATIONS AND BACKGROUND:
Education: The minimum qualification for the Program Manager candidate includes a master’s degree or PhD in a field directly related to this program, e.g., agriculture, business, finance, law, or economics.
Work Experience:
• Five years or more experience managing and implementing agricultural programs, particularly increasing access to technology and building skills of marginalized populations including women.
• Demonstrated understanding of financing mechanisms for agriculture.
• At least two years’ experience working on gender-related issues is required.
• At least two years’ experience leading a team across institutional and cultural lines is required.
• Experience working for USAID projects, particularly in field-based and management positions, is preferred.
• At least two years’ previous work experience in Liberia and/or West Africa is preferred.
How to apply:
Applicants should go to www.winrock.org to the Jobs link and submit a current resume and cover letter referencing NBS – Liberia PM by May 27, 2012. If interested, please apply as soon as possible as CVs will be reviewed upon receipt. Citizens of Liberia currently residing in Liberia are strongly encouraged to apply.
