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    Project Director- Action for Paid Childcare Sector Transformation at - Nairobi, Kenya - World University Service of Canada

    World University Service of Canada
    World University Service of Canada Nairobi, Kenya

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    World University Service of Canada - is a leading Canadian non-profit organization in international development, committed to building a more equitable and sustainable world.

    We work with a unique and powerful network of post-secondary


    NATURE AND SCOPE
    The Project Director (PD) oversees the strategic and operational implementation of the ACT project in Kenya and Malawi.

    The Project Director manages relationships with key stakeholders, including with national and local Governments, project partners, local partners, the private sector and the funder.

    The Project Director for ACT will report to the Director of Program Management and Operations and work closely with the Kenya Deputy Director and Malawi Country Director.

    The Project Director will be responsible for the following:

    Partner Relations and Communications

    Establish and maintain effective relationships between key project partners, including those based in Kenya and Malawi
    Develop robust relationships with project stakeholders, including relevant governments, financial institutions, investors, consultants and civil society organizations
    Organize and manage governance structures / committees
    Represent WUSC among stakeholders, ensuring that the ACT project can provide value to local actors and make a positive impact within the entrepreneurial ecosystem

    Technical Direction & Project Management

    Provide technical and managerial direction and guidance to the initiative, in line with the project's expected outcomes
    Develop key project planning deliverables (i.e. Initiative Inception Plan, Annual Work Plan) using results based management approaches and tools;
    Develop specific strategies for cross-cutting themes (capacity building, gender equality, private sector engagement, environmental sustainability) for the initiative
    Ensure focus on gender equality outcomes and deliverables
    Maintain open and effective communication amongst strategic partners and project team members in Canada and Kenya and Malawi
    Oversee day-to-day coordination and delivery of project activities in conjunction with staff, technical advisors, volunteers and partners

    Monitoring & Evaluation

    Establish and oversee a results monitoring system for the project
    Stay apprised of developments in key markets of interest to the project and develop systems for monitoring changes and adaptations in these markets over time
    Regularly monitor progress towards results, ensuring appropriate course correction and iterative management
    Work with team members to produce regular reports to key stakeholders, including the donor agency
    Maintain regular communication with WUSC colleagues in Canada and with key overseas partners to ensure appropriate support

    Human Resources Management

    Manage the project teams in Kenya and Malawi
    Supervise, guide and evaluate the work of project staff and consultants
    Oversee human resources management issues such as employment policies and practices, in line with local law
    Work with colleagues and partners to ensure the effective mobilization, orientation and coaching of volunteers and technical advisors

    Financial & Office Management

    Establish and oversee a financial management system for the project
    Ensure that the project complies with relevant local taxation, banking controls, and labour laws
    In conjunction with the finance team, develop and monitor the project budget and ensure regular reporting to the donor
    Recruit, maintain and direct the required administrative and project infrastructure of staff, field offices and equipment as well as making decisions on administrative policy, planning and procedural matters

    Risk Management & Security Preparedness

    Actively assess the risk profile of the initiative; identify specific risks and appropriate mitigation strategies
    Ensure the application and relevancy of WUSC security policies, procedures and preparedness to the operational context of the project

    Donor Liaison & Coordination

    Establish a strong working relationship with the Donor, including planning, capacity building and information sharing
    Convene Project Steering and Advisory Committees at regular intervals
    Coordinate regularly with other development actors to ensure harmonization and synergy with similar initiatives
    Represent the Project in official communication and fora


    QUALIFICATIONS
    Education

    A university degree in international development, business administration, finance or other relevant area
    Specialized training in entrepreneurship support, financial inclusion, gender and/or the care economy would be an advantage

    Experience and Competencies

    A minimum of ten years of progressively more responsible assignments related to management of development initiatives
    Knowledge and experience in entrepreneurship ecosystem support, gender lens investment and financial inclusion
    Proven experience engaging the private sector in development programming
    Demonstrated capacity to work in cross-sectoral collaboration; able to work independently and collaboratively in multicultural teams
    Experience managing technical advisors considered an asset
    Experience working with international development donor agencies
    Knowledge of Results Based Management (RBM) and environmental and gender policies and reporting requirements
    Proven technical, financial, administrative and organizational skills
    Knowledge of donor financial and narrative reporting procedures and requirements
    Proven experience managing a large, multi-disciplinary and international team of staff
    Diplomatic skills and the knowledge of cross-cultural, interpersonal communication
    Proven experience of adaptability to a challenging and constantly changing environment requiring iterative planning on a regular basis
    Proven knowledge of and commitment to the concepts of Gender Equality
    Experience in capacity building with local partner organizations and a commitment to a participatory partnership approach to development
    Share in WUSC's commitment and approach to advance gender equality and social inclusion for all young people
    Ability to contribute to WUSC's organizational culture that respects differences, including sex, age, ability, refugee or migration status, race, ethnicity, religion, gender identity and expression, sexual orientation, and other identity factors
    Flexibility, ability to work with multiple time zone and frequent domestic and international travels (especially to Malawi)

    Language Proficiency

    Strong verbal and written communication skills in English
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