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• Ensure the effective implementation of
  programmes practical protection of children from abuse, neglect and
  exploitation through community mobilization, awareness and education on
  the rights of children at national, district and community level.
• In charge of developing and implementing
  programmes and activities for empowering children with knowledge and
  skills to protect themselves from abuse and neglect and exploitation as
  well as promote their meaningful participation in the protection and
  promotion of their rights at all levels.
• Ensuring the systematic provision of
  legal, medical, psychosocial and other support necessary for the recovery
  and reintegration of abused children and maintain links and nurture
  partnerships with the relevant service providers and key actors.
• Ensuring the preparation of appropriate
  reports on programmes as may be required from time to time.
• Providing overall management and
  Supervision of Project staff in all project areas.
• Responsible for ensuring quality controls
  in implementation and effective monitoring and evaluation of Projects in
  Collaboration with District Project Coordinators.
• Strengthening and building Partnership and
  collaborations with all project stakeholders in the region and other
  development Partners.
• Keenly monitoring the project
  implementation comparing with the stated results using the developed
  monitoring and Evaluation frameworks.
• Overseeing and mentoring the program staff
  and ensuring that they are delivering results.
• Appraise staff on annual basis in
  comparison with their Job descriptions.
• Actively coordinate the Regional Program
  Management meetings on quarterly basis to evaluate program performance in
  the region.
• Coordinate the implementation of the
  Programs at the Regional Level.
• Take part in the documentation of key
  success stories from the Community about the project.
• Review reports from the District
  Coordinators, Grants and Compliance Specialists and other project staff
  before submission to Project Manager.
• Provide strategic direction in the
  Development of annual work plans and budgets.

• The ideal candidate should preferably hold
  a BA/BS degree in a relevant field. Possession of an M.A. in development
  related field is preferred.
• At least three years’ administrative or
  project management experience.
• Five or more years’ experience working
  with National or USAID funded programs.
• Good knowledge and understanding of
  administration, finance and logistical/procurement management.
• Previous experience in working in
  partnership with other local and international personnel.
• S/he must have detailed knowledge of
  individual partnerships in order to efficiently serve as a backup to the
  Project Manager.
• Comprehensive knowledge and / or
  experience in results-based management & results oriented approach to
  project implementation           
• Excellent interpersonal, networking and
  team building skills
• Excellent oral & written communication
  skills with analytic capacity & ability to synthesize project outcomes
  and relevant finishing into quality papers and reports, intended for a
  range of audiences;
• Shares knowledge and experience actively,
  mentors project staff
• Capacity to produce high quality
  communication and outreach materials to inform stakeholders and project
  partners
• Possess the ability to work
  collaboratively and effectively in a multi-cultural environment.
• Ability to build capacity and develop
  strong working relationships with senior national staff.
• Ability to initiate, consult as
  appropriate, and see tasks through to completion
• Proven project management skills
• Excellent interpersonal skills
• Proactive approach to responsibilities and
  problem- solving skills
• High degree of creativity
• Team player and ability to work
  independently
• Ability to manage multiple priorities
  concurrently
• Self-guided, strong organizational and
  planning skills
• Ability to establish healthy, cooperative
  and positive relations with partners and hosts, volunteers and other
  stakeholders.
• Excellent oral and written communication
  skills
• Past experience with and enthusiasm for on
  the job training.
• Computer literacy i.e. Knowledge of
  Microsoft Office software (Word, Excel, Outlook, and Internet) required.
• Desire to work effectively in a team
  oriented environment.

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