Responsibilities 

The Advisor coordinates the activities under Output 1 of the project and provides general oversight to the planning and implementation of the measures, whilst specifically providing technical assistance on project and process management in the areas of finance, procurement and human resource management. In addition, the Advisor will support the Deputy Program Director in the overall planning, monitoring and reporting of the project.

Tasks 

The Advisor performs the following tasks:

• Provides advice and support to the partner organization on project management strategies and methodologies
• Develops project plans, timelines, and resource allocation strategies
• Recommends ways to improve current processes, ensuring greater efficiency and effectiveness.
• Supports the formulation of terms of reference and the selection and supervision of third parties for the implementation of project activities, including the evaluation of services provided.
• Identifies risks early, develops contingency plans, and implements risk management practices.
• Advises on how to effectively communicate with stakeholders, manage expectations, and keep them informed throughout the project lifecycle.
• Assists in developing the skills of project managers and teams through training and mentoring, ensuring that they can effectively manage projects in the future.
• Supports establishing metrics for tracking project performance and providing advice on reporting systems that keep stakeholders updated on progress, costs, and risks.

Another duties/additional task

• Perform other duties and tasks at the request of management.

Required Qualifications, Competences and Experience 

Qualifications and professional experience

• University degree in the field of development studies, business administration, information and communication technology or related field
• At least 10 years of experience working on project management and very good knowledge of the relevant process and quality control requirements
• Several years of professional experience in working with governmental and/or multilateral organizations: building organizational capacities and overseeing project implementation
• Experience in control and quality management of consulting companies, experts and financing contracts
• Ability to quickly get familiarised with new subject areas, to grasp relevant aspects conceptually and in a well-structured manner and to develop them further with own ideas
• Strong conceptual and analytical skills as well as written and verbal communication skills
• Solution-orientated and reliable way of working as well as independent and proactive
• Commitment, team spirit, diplomatic skills and intercultural competence

Other knowledge and additional competences

• Fluency in French and English (C1 level)
• Proficient in Microsoft Office (Word, Excel, Teams, Power point), and relevant internet and email software
• Flexibility to travel in the Great Lakes Region