Job Description: Project Manager at NAFIS NETWORK
Organization Name: NAFIS NETWORK
Position: Project Manager
Report to: Program Manager
Location: Burao, with possible travel into the field
Type of Contract: National
Duration of Contract: Initial one-year contract with the possibility of extension
Introduction
Network Against FGM/C in Somaliland (NAFIS) is a non-political, non-governmental, and humanitarian network established in 2006 in Hargeisa by local NGOs committed to eradicating FGM/C. NAFIS has 20 member organizations operating across all regions of Somaliland. As the only nationwide network of its kind, NAFIS focuses on combating FGM/C through coordination, policy framework, research, capacity building for stakeholders, and media awareness.
NAFIS is currently implementing a project titled “Strengthening the Community-Based Structure System to Combat FGM/C” in the Sool and Sanaag regions of Somaliland. The project aims to eradicate FGM through community engagement, youth and women empowerment, and regional-level advocacy for policy changes, safeguarding the rights and well-being of women and girls.
Role Purpose
The Project Manager will oversee the implementation of the project “Strengthening the Community-Based Structure System to Combat FGM/C.”
Key Areas of Accountability
- Program Planning, Implementation, and Monitoring
- Lead the planning and implementation of project activities.
- Develop tools to support project implementation.
- Ensure appropriate monitoring and evaluation of activities, making necessary amendments in consultation with the Program Manager.
- Forecast and track project expenditures and develop quarterly and annual plans.
- Prepare procurement requests according to project requirements.
- Identify and communicate logistical and administrative support needs.
- Ensure operations adhere to organizational quality standards.
- Develop, plan, and support training needs for project beneficiaries, ensuring adequate training follow-up.
- MEAL Activities and Project Reporting
- Contribute to project monitoring and impact evaluation.
- Ensure accurate reporting and filing of case management by field staff.
- Support accountability activities with the MEAL team.
- Document and report daily activities, achievements, and case studies.
- Prepare and submit monthly and periodic performance reports.
- Ensure accurate and timely submission of programmatic and financial documents to NAFIS.
- Capacity Building and Supervision of Project Staff
- Provide guidance and supervision to the project team in Maroodijeeh, Togdheer, and Awdal.
- Ensure project activities align with project outcomes.
- Provide regular training and orientation to project staff, addressing identified capacity gaps.
- Advocacy, Communication, and Organizational Learning
- Document technical approaches, lessons learned, and success stories.
- Maintain working relationships with government, institutions, partner organizations, and local NGOs.
- Attending local working group and task force meetings.
- Ensure accurate data reporting on Activity Info, internal databases, and Sitreps.
- Prepare and submit regular reports for internal and external use.
- Partnerships with Project Stakeholders
- Document technical approaches, lessons learned, and success stories.
- Maintain relationships with stakeholders in target areas.
- Attending relevant local meetings.
- Ensure accurate data reporting from the field.
- Update project implementation plans as needed.
Skills and Qualifications
Competencies
Knowledge:
- In-depth understanding of FGM, child protection, SGBV, gender and inclusion, and related development challenges.
- Knowledge of gender inequities and the implications of a rights-based approach to development.
- Understanding of Somaliland’s policies and institutions related to FGM, GBV, and SRHR.
- Insight into civil society strengthening and capacity building.
Skills:
- Proficiency in Microsoft Word and Excel.
- Flexible work attitude and ability to work independently within a small team.
- Strong leadership and communication skills.
- Excellent knowledge of English.
- Strong relationship-building skills, including networking, influencing, and stakeholder management.
- Experience in developing partnership contracts and strengthening civil society.
- Experience in capacity building.
- Hands-on experience with result-based MERL systems.
- Accountability for delivering results.
Education and Required Expertise
- Master’s in development studies or a bachelor’s in social work, psychology, sociology, international relations, or a related field. A master’s degree is an asset.
- Experience in SRHR, attitude change programming, FGM, GBV, and child protection programming is a plus; experience in emergency response is a plus.
- Minimum of 3 years of experience in project coordination, management, or monitoring.
- Proven experience in coordinating with civil society and community-based organizations.
- Effective communication and authoritative expertise in the relevant area.
- Demonstrated donor reporting and budget management skills.
- Experience in team leadership, coaching, and mentoring.
- Conflict resolution skills.
How To Apply
Interested candidates are requested to send their CVs and cover letters to jobs@nafisnetwork.org with the subject line “Project Manager” no later than April 13th. NAFIS Network is an equal-opportunity employer. Female Candidates are strongly encouraged to apply