Project Manager

Responsibility:

Partner support

• Develop a good working relationship and knowledge of partner portfolio to identify strengths, capacities, needs, potentials.
• Is the first point of contact for partners, programmes/projects to ensure smooth coordination and communication with partners, programmes and projects.
• Identify needs and support the Line Manager to organise training and capacity building for CBM India partners and programmes.
• Liaises with CBMIT, Member Associates, project partners, consultants, advisors and co-workers who are connected to the respective projects under his/her portfolio in coordination with the Line Manager.
• Solicit partner feedback to improve support.
• Initiate and support development of innovative projects/ programmes
• Ensure partner and project data are managed in line with data protection rules, and that updated programme records are kept.

Project management

Planning, Monitoring & Evaluation

• Ensure adequate documentation of assigned projects.
• Ensure adherence to CBMIT standards and guidelines and deadlines.
• Plan, initiate and develop multi-year/annual plans and special initiatives, and monitor and report the implementation with project partners.
• Support cross cutting initiatives from other departments in discussion with the line managers and take forward initiatives as assigned.
• Co-ordinate and provide reports as required on projects for internal and external stakeholders including / funders/Donors. Support the proposal hub in developing quality project proposals and budgets for donors.
• Develop and manage program budgets, including staff allocation, resource utilization, and expenditures.
• Monitor program costs and identify areas for cost-efficiency improvements.
• Preparation of detailed plans including briefing notes for project visit for RD and other visitors and PR related visits.
• Support Fundraising team as required for preparing proposals, donor reporting, campaigns, etc.

Additional Responsibilities

• Supports line manager in analysing external trends, challenges and opportunities relevant to CBMITs disability inclusion focus and/or requiring a programmatic response by CBMIT, including disaster vulnerability, and share with internal stakeholders.
• Supports to plan and organize workshops/ trainings in a time bound manner and represent CBMIT at conferences, workshops and seminars when assigned.
• Support during crisis / emergencies / disaster response as deputed.
• Other duties and responsibilities as may be assigned by the director.

Pre-Requisites: Education qualification and Professional experience

• Masters degree in special education/Rehabilitation Science/MSW (Disability studies), or a related field.
• Diploma in disability management or equivalent.
• Extensive experience in the field of education and rehabilitation, preferably with a focus on specific disability populations.
• Demonstrated leadership skills, including team management and staff development.
• Excellent communication and interpersonal skills to effectively interact with partners, and project stakeholders.
• Proficiency in data analysis and reporting to track program effectiveness.
• Ability to work independently and as part of a team in a fast-paced environment.

Knowledge, Skills & Ability:

• Willingness to commit and abide to CBMITs core values, policies and guidelines in all aspects of work
• Flexible approach to work demands
• Ability to work in teams and collaborate with staff at all levels
• Willingness to learn, change and adapt
• Well organized with the ability to multitask
• Cultural awareness and sensitivity
• Good Communication Skills in English (oral & written)
• Computer literacy with a sound knowledge of Microsoft office applications such as Word, excel & power point.
• knowledge of disability and related issues and global developments & cross cutting issues
• Experience in Planning, implementation, monitoring and financial management in the development sector

Professional Experience

• 4-5 years of working experience in the social development sector.
• 2-3 years experience in disability related multi-lateral agencies and international agencies.

CBMIT encourages Women and persons with disabilities to explore this important opportunity.

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