Country Programme Leader

Coordinatore Programma-Educazione e formazione

Descrizione

ENAIP NET opened this Roster for Country Programme Leader with Strong Experience in setting the Programme ‘s direction, aligning people, motivating the teams, and strategically relating to the Main Stakeholders.
Short-listed candidates will be contacted for an interview, and the selected candidates will receive an induction and training on ENAIP NET manuals, tools and procedures. The candidates inserted in the Roster should be available for short-term or mid-term field missions and occasionally remote support.

The Country Programs Leader (CPL) goes beyond the mechanism of managing the project, providing support to ENAIP NET in the Region regarding the implementation of the Programmes and Should report to ENAIP NET HQ.
The CPL should develop people-oriented skills and accomplish the project’s objectives that meet or exceed expectations, enabling innovation and the creation of new products, systems and services.
Thus, their constant presence and motivation help team members become agents of change and encourage them to have innovative ideas. The Country Program Leader is under the direct line management of the Director of the International Area of ENAIP NET.

AREA OF RESPONSIBILITY
Programme Management Support to ENAIP NET (70%)
• Coordinate partners and stakeholders’ relationships.
• Lead the interaction between the programme management team and (i) implementing
partners/service providers with regards to programmatic and security matters; (ii) central and local authorities to expedite operations (e.g., approval/clearance); and (iii) ENAIP NET (HQ and Country level) concerning administrative, procurement, legal, and financial compliance.
• Coordinate or perform programme management team operations, including (i) monitoring field visits; ii) technical reporting, in close cooperation with the Administrative and Financial Department; (iii) preparation of Action related documents and contracts, as well as various terms of reference comprising those related to the selection of the other technical staff, and Partners.

Provide technical inputs during evaluation missions by external evaluators and by the
Commission.
• Manage, in close collaboration with the Administrative and Financial Expert, the correct execution of the budget of the Action in accordance with the directions by ENAIP NET, as well as assist with audit procedures.
• In full compliance with the indications by ENAIP NET and the donors about visibility, promote communication and information activities, and assist ENAIP NET in media relations and in organising launch/closure seminars related to the Action and the visits by ENAIP NET Delegations and other institutions, to facilitate the dissemination of good practice in relation to other projects.
Representation, Partnership and Networking (20%)
• Participates in Cluster/Group interagency coordination meetings and other working groups or meetings as required-
• Develops and maintains regular, transparent and accountable communication structures with the assigned project staff, HQ coordinators, and other relevant stakeholders (e.g. beneficiaries, community leaders, local and national government officials) to ensure good cooperation and partnerships.
Capacity Building and General (10%)
• Setting up a MEAL system and identifying related learning and training opportunities for project staff and working as a mentor for less experienced staff and Beneficiaries
The duties and responsibilities above are not exhaustive, and the role holder may be required to perform additional duties.
ESSENTIAL REQUIREMENTS
Qualifications and Knowledge
• An advanced university degree or equivalent in the field of Development Studies, International relations, or Project Management (EQF 7).
• Knowledge of prominent donors’ policies and procedures (EU, Italian Cooperation).
• Good knowledge and handling of project and program management methodology and
techniques.
• Fluency in English and Portuguese.
• Knowledge of Italian will be considered an asset.
• Full professional competency in Microsoft Office, especially Word, Excel and Outlook.

Professional experience
• At least ten years of project management in International cooperation, with a Budget above
1,000,000 Euros (3 years project).
• At least five years’ experience in Partnership coordination within Bilateral or multilateral agreements, including building professional relationships with senior decision-makers and influencers/leaders.
• Proved experience in fostering PPP.
• Proven experience in project proposal writing.
• Proven experience in setting up a MEAL (Monitoring, Evaluation, Accountability and Learning) system.
Skills and Abilities (supported by evidence)
• Ability to work positively with a wide range of individuals involved in program management.
• Strong leadership and management skills.
• Good knowledge of budgeting and resource allocation procedures.
• The ability to find innovative ways to resolve problems.
• Good communication and leadership skills.
• Capacity to work autonomously and under pressure.

DESIRABLE REQUIREMENTS
• Previous experience in using and implementing PM tools like Click up! Or MS Project
• Experience of working in the field of technical vocational education and School Management

WHAT WE OFFER:
Type of contract: short-term or medium-term assignments are possible, according to programme needs.
Economic conditions: to be defined according to the candidate’s profile and ENAIP NET
Compensation Policy.
Other conditions: to be defined according to the candidate’s profile.

HOW TO SUBMIT YOUR CANDIDATURE
Send to the following email address: international@enaip.net
- Letter of motivation, drafted in PORTUGUESE and English and signed;
- Curriculum vitae in Europass format, https://europa.eu/europass/eportfolio/screen/cveditor?lang=en drafted in English, dated and signed, including authorisation to process
personal data.
The recruitment process may be closed early if a suitable candidate is found.
Due to the large number of applications, we apologise in advance and will only respond to those profiles deemed suitable for the role.