Programme Manager (Peace & Security)
Cardno Emerging Markets - Abuja
About this job
Job description
Cardno
Emerging Markets (UK) has recently submitted a formal Expression of Interest to
tender to provide Technical Assistance services for the programme “EU Support
to ECOWAS Regional Peace, Security and Stability Mandate (EU-ECOWAS PSS)”, and
provide advisory support to the management and implementation of the regional
programme, particularly supporting ECOWAS to carry out its conflict prevention
and resolution mandate by building ECOWAS capacities in strategic planning and
policy development as well as programme operations, management, supervision and
coordination.
We are
seeking an skilled and experienced Team Leader who will be responsible for the
overall management of the programme as well as:
·
Capacity development of the
organisation
·
Provision of policy and expert advice
·
Strengthening of programme
implementation
·
Preparation/facilitation of EU
cooperation
·
Preparatory and ancillary tasks
relating to planning, monitoring, reporting on project components
·
Day-to-day relations and dialogue
with the ECOWAS Commission
Desired Skills and Experience
The
successful candidate should possess the following background and skills:
·
University degree in an appropriate
topic
·
Highly experienced programme manager
and team leader with extensive experience and proven track record in leading
institutional capacity building and development processes in complex public
sector organisations.
·
A minimum of 10 years’ experience
providing professional expert experience in building capacity in efficient and
effective total programme planning, management and coordination processes and
procedures
·
Practical knowledge and management of
grant funds processes would be an advantage.
·
In depth knowledge of EU/EDF
procedures and processes, preferably including experience in managing at least
one, but preferably more than one, EU funded multi-country programme with a
large budget.
·
Substantive experience working in
Sub-Saharan Africa in a similar role is essential, ideally within the ECOWAS
region. Multi-country, regional programme
·
management experience would be
advantageous.
·
Knowledge of the peace and security
sector would be an asset, particularly a thorough understanding of issues
related to conflict prevention, conflict resolution and peace-building, rule of
law and mediation processes.
·
A skilled communicator with the
ability to effectively engage multiple-stakeholders in cooperative
dialogue.
·
Fluency in both English and French
(spoken and written)
The
programme is anticipated to commence in September 2014. The duration of the
programme will be 48 months based in Abuja, Nigeria.
The
deadline for submission of applications is Thursday 31st July 2014.
Cardno offers an excellent compensation and benefits package. Cardno is an Equal Opportunity Employer.
About this company
Cardno Limited is an international
professional infrastructure and environmental services company with over 60
years’ experience and 8,000 people shaping the future for communities around
the world.
Cardno Emerging Markets Division has offices in Australia, North America, Europe, Africa, Asia and the Pacific. Our expertise covers all phases of design, management, and assessment of projects for donors including USAID, AusAID, UK DFID, World Bank, Asian Development Bank, Millennium Challenge Corporation, European Union, European Bank for Reconstruction and Development as well as selected foundations and private clients.
Our dedicated professionals speak over 40 languages and are spread over 59 countries collaborating to deliver sustainable solutions for our clients and projects in some of the most challenging locations. We are passionate about development that sustains communities by improving their access to clean water, sanitation, health care, governance and trade and investment; we provide children with greater access to education and we bring communities together through the design and rehabilitation of roads, bridges and port structures.
For new and exciting opportunities with Cardno Emerging Markets visit our Careers Page located on Cardno's Company Website. Alternatively, you can register your interest in Cardno through our Candidate Registration Portal: http://cardno.pmtrx.com/Logon.aspx.
Cardno Emerging Markets Division has offices in Australia, North America, Europe, Africa, Asia and the Pacific. Our expertise covers all phases of design, management, and assessment of projects for donors including USAID, AusAID, UK DFID, World Bank, Asian Development Bank, Millennium Challenge Corporation, European Union, European Bank for Reconstruction and Development as well as selected foundations and private clients.
Our dedicated professionals speak over 40 languages and are spread over 59 countries collaborating to deliver sustainable solutions for our clients and projects in some of the most challenging locations. We are passionate about development that sustains communities by improving their access to clean water, sanitation, health care, governance and trade and investment; we provide children with greater access to education and we bring communities together through the design and rehabilitation of roads, bridges and port structures.
For new and exciting opportunities with Cardno Emerging Markets visit our Careers Page located on Cardno's Company Website. Alternatively, you can register your interest in Cardno through our Candidate Registration Portal: http://cardno.pmtrx.com/Logon.aspx.
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