Distribution Program Manager

Job Description

General objective:

• General objectives

The Food distribution PM is responsible for leading the implementation of the activities, planning of the project and the management of a dedicated team. The PM guarantees the performance and the quality of the program. The Food distribution PM proposes adjustments and/or developments to ensure the relevancy of the program.

• Specific stakes and challenges

WFP PM will take over the management of a team of 19 national staff to achieve the objective of the current project by the end of September. As the humanitarian culture is so far limited in Mozambique, continuous capacity building of the team is of particular importance.

As risk of corruption and frauds are identified and part of the caseload has to be distributed with no expatriates on site, the food distribution PM will have a specific focus on procedures to ensure strict implementation of SI processes and strengthen control over program achievements.

In relation to the switch to conditional distribution and seeds/tools distribution, WFP PM will be actively participating to the development of the strategy, supporting with field inputs the program coordination team (deputy field co program and program coordinator) and the field coo.

Education:

• Master degree in relevant subject (development, international relations, etc.)

Experience:

• At least two years of experience in humanitarian environment and one mission as program manager, field based
• Experience in food security and livelihood projects and/or in distributions are strong assets
• Skills in humanitarian analysis and external representation
• Experience in team management and team capacity buildings are strong assets
• Experience in a hardship or conflict-affected setting.
• Experience in Mozambique is an asset.

Technical skills and knowledge:

• Knowledge about project cycle management, budget management, and monitoring tools.
• A flexible approach to managing and prioritizing a high workload in a volatile environment
• Good management skills
• An ability to analyze information quickly and accurately.
• Clear, effective verbal and written communication skills.
• Confident and proficient in the use of MS Office, Excel and KoboToolBox.

Languages: Portuguese (or Fluent in Italian/Spanish) and English are mandatory. The team does not speak English. PM will also interact with Health authorities who do not speak English.

Other desirable qualities: Leadership and management; coordination with partners; planning and prioritization; flexibility; capacity to work under stress; solution-oriented; team player.

Note: This position is open until filled.