Manager - Women Entrepreneurship & Livelihood Programs

The Manager - Project Management will oversee skill development projects, ensuring on-time delivery within budget and quality standards. With expertise in both substantive and financial management, they will lead teams, manage stakeholders, and drive curriculum development. The role includes financial oversight, risk mitigation, and evaluating project outcomes. Additionally, the Manager will prepare reports and coordinate with internal teams, with specific experience in Skills to Livelihood, Entrepreneurship, and road safety. Roles & Responsibilities: Project Management: o Lead the planning, execution, and monitoring of skill development and capacity building projects from inception to completion. o Ensure projects are delivered on time, within budget, and to the required quality standards. o Responsible for the substantial reporting of the projects with quality outcomes and standards Team Management: o Supervise and manage project staff, including trainers, coordinators, and administrative personnel. o Provide leadership, guidance, and support to ensure project team members perform effectively and meet project goals. Stakeholder Engagement: o Explore and establish partnerships with stakeholders, including government agencies, educational institutions, industry partners, and community organizations. o Collaborate with stakeholders to identify training needs, develop training programs, and ensure alignment with project objectives. Curriculum Development: o Develop and implement monitoring and evaluation frameworks to assess the effectiveness and impact of training programs. o Collect and analyze data to measure outcomes, identify areas for improvement, and make evidence-based decisions. Financial Management: o Prepare regular progress reports, financial reports, and other documentation as required by project stakeholders and donors. o Communicate project updates, achievements, and challenges effectively to internal and external audiences. Risk Management: o Identify and mitigate project risks, ensuring compliance with relevant regulations and standards. Reporting and Coordination: o You will report to Assistant Programme Director. o Coordinate with the corporate Communication and Knowledge Management unit for outcome and impact data collection, collation, and analysis. o Coordinate all administrative issues with respective departments. Budget and Resource Management:

• Develop and manage program budgets, ensuring efficient resource allocation for sustainable initiatives.
• Identify funding opportunities, including grants and partnerships, to sustain and expand program efforts.

• Strong understanding of sustainable business practices and the unique challenges faced by women in non-traditional industries.
• Excellent communication and interpersonal skills, with the ability to engage and inspire diverse stakeholders.
• Experience in capacity building, training facilitation, and mentorship.
• Strong analytical and problem-solving skills, with a focus on innovation and creative solutions.
• Proficiency in project management tools and techniques.
• Ability to work independently and collaboratively in a dynamic, results-oriented environment
• Take initiative, identify issues, and work towards addressing them with a solutions-oriented mindset.
• Willingness to spend lots of time on the field & to travel extensively even alone
• Very high on personal and professional integrity.