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Project Manager- Strengthening Health Outcome for Women and Children (SHOW) Project
Being a part of Plan International Bangladesh means having an opportunity to make a meaningful difference. We are dedicated to work with integrity and passion, relentlessly focus on making a positive change in children and young people’s lives. Our pledge to take responsibility every day to act on our core values and advance our organisational purpose- Advancing Children’s Rights and Equality for Girls demonstrate our commitments to stand for what is right. We believe in the power and potential of every child. This is often suppressed by poverty, violence, exclusion and discrimination. Its girls who are most affected. Plan International’s new Global Strategy aims to transform the lives of 100 million girls by implementing an integrated programme and influence approach. We support children’s rights from birth until they reach adulthood. And we enable children and young people to prepare for – and respond to – crises and adversity. We drive changes in practice and policy at local, national and global levels using our reach, experience and knowledge. Plan International Bangladesh has been implementing one-year grant project, funded by GAC, aiming to improve maternal and child health in Bangladesh in Nilphamari district aligning with the COVID 19 situation. The role and Scope: The Project Manager is responsible to implement the project aligning with the COVID-19 scenario in the field and provide managerial support to implementing partner in the field. This position has to effectively manage this project in collaboration with implementing NGO partner and other stakeholders at local level and to some extend at national level. S/he is responsible for overall quality implementation of this project in the field. The other significant responsibility of the position holder is to communicate and coordinate with donor through updates and reporting. The project manager is also responsible for ensuring the evidences produced in the field and overseeing production of replicable model as per results & work plans, and monitoring programme implementation. S/he actively participates in networks/workshops/seminars/coordination meetings as well as maintains liaison and advocacy with national, divisional and district level GO-NGO counterparts as a representative of Health Programme in Plan International Bangladesh. S/he creates evidences with proper documentation by closely working with Communication Department. S/he designs and implements capacity development of Plan and partner staffs on MNCH. S/he will oversee overall sustainability of project implementation developed by different partners during this project period and beyond. His/her behaviors and practices reflect Plan International’s child protection and gender policy in compliance. Also s/he is accountable for ensuring appropriate work environment for the team and maintain good teamwork within project and in programme while leading the close-out processes of the project. What we’re looking for We are looking dynamic team members with Master’s in Public Health or any social sciences. MBBS will add value. At least 3-4 years of managerial experience with 5 years working experiences in MNCH and emergency response projects in any reputed development organization with proven technical expertise in maternal & child health in different settings including emergency/COVID situations. Demonstrated ability to develop and implement program strategy and manage projects and teams. Understanding of the socio/political economic and cultural issues of Bangladesh and districts that affects the women specially the young women especially in Divisions where the projects are implementing. Ability to develop effective working relationships across a network. About Plan International Plan International is an independent development and humanitarian organization that advances children’s rights and equality for girls. Plan International envisages a world in which all children and young people realise their full potential, a vision now shared by the 193 Heads of State and Government who adopted the 2030 Agenda for Sustainable Development in September 2015. We believe in the power and potential of every child. This is often suppressed by poverty, violence, exclusion and discrimination. Its girls who are most affected. Plan International’s new Global Strategy aims to transform the lives of 100 million girls by implementing an integrated programme and influence approach. How to apply: To find out more details and apply visit: Project Manager- SHOW Project and should apply online by 18 July 2020. Plan International Bangladesh is committed to ending gender inequality, and achieving a gender balanced workforce. Qualified women are strongly encouraged to apply. Please note we will be shortlisting on an ongoing basis so would encourage early applications and interview will be held on 21 July 2020 We promote competitive salary, female friendly workplace, outstanding co-workers (who are respectful, professional, unbiased and easy to work with); equal opportunity that mean equal access to promotion, leadership role or incentive programme. Plan follows an equal opportunity policy and actively encourages diversity-welcoming applications from all especially women and people with disability. Salary Package: BDT. 169,760.00 (monthly) along with other benefits i.e., Life insurance and hospitalization benefit (self only) and leave. Only short-listed candidates shall be contacted. References will be taken and background and Anti-terrorism checks will be carried out in conformity with Plans Safeguarding policy of Children and Young People
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