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Job DescriptionPosition:Department& Location:Reports to:Purpose:Project Manager/Livelihoods Specialist (12 monthscontract, based in Phnom Penh, international expert)Programme Support DepartmentDate Oct 3, 2012Plan Cambodia, Phnom PenhCountry DirectorResponsible for analyzing, formulating and implementing nutrition and hygiene anddiversified livelihood activities in close coordination with the Central ProjectManagement Unit (CPMU), the Provincial Project Management Units (PPMUs) andImplementing Agencies (IAs) to ensure the programme is implemented inaccordance with Plan and donor requirements. Also, s/he will undertake, but notlimited to, the activities and tasks as described in the section of responsibility andaccountability below.As an international child-centred development organization, the Project Manager will commit tothe wellbeing of children and to support the Convention of the Rights of the Child and will nottolerate child abuse.Dimensions of the Position:The Project Manager is responsible for all livelihoods interventions from designing and monitoring alllivelihoods related activities/interventions in line with the 20-month project funded by the AsianDevelopment Bank (ADB) with total budget of 3,960,000 USD. The project will be implemented in 10provinces in Cambodia.Responsibilities and Accountabilities of the Position:Provide overall technical and managerial oversight and leadership for the project as whole, inclose cooperation with other senior staff;Direct and supervise senior project staff and consultants for the project;Manage the field operations, administration, logistics and procurement;Support project design, implementation, monitoring, evaluation and reporting;Build and oversee managerial accountability, with particular attention to program quality andtimely utilization of budgets in line with annual plans and donor conditions;Ensure efficient management of financial resources, including the review and approval ofprogram budgets and monitoring expenditures;Fulfill all Plan internal organizational compliance obligations;Work with CPMU, PPMUs, IAs and their local agencies as well as the target commune councilsto assess the poverty and capacity building needs, and identify the target beneficiaries;Visit target communes and assess constraints and possible investment support options for thetarget households and self-help groups (SHGs);Assess the availability of extension services and identify local NGOs as service providers orpartners;Design and formulate the nutrition and diversified livelihood program including livestock,aquaculture and community-based climate adaptation/mitigation practices in agriculture;Develop the overall implementation and monitoring strategy and annual work plans and budget;Work closely with CPMU to ensure that the Monitoring & Evaluation (M&E) system for thenutrition and livelihood program is consistent with the overall M&E/PPMS for the project andnecessary data are collected and reported to CPMU;1

Identify and contract with local NGOs and civil society for the delivery of services andcommunity capacity building activities;Develop procurement packages for materials and/or civil works for EA/CPMU’s endorsement inaccordance with the government’s Standard Operating Procedures (May 2012);Monitor the implementation including contract awards and disbursement and produce progressreports according to the agreed reporting formats;Work closely with the international and national food security/M&E specialists at the CPMU toensure that an M&E system for the nutrition and diversified livelihood program is consistent andwill be integrated in the overall detailed M&E/PPMS for the project;Work closely with the international Team Leader at the CPMU on all aspects of projectimplementation within the scope of the service;Participate in any relevant meetings and field reviews organized by CPMU and ADB;Handle interactions with senior staff of ADB, government officials, sub-recipients and otheragency counterparts;Engage in high level coordination and negotiation;Authorize decisions related to the project;Generate or find new ways of working to manage internal and external changes that affectprogramme implementation; andAdvocate, share and influence INGOs, multilateral donors and government officials to raisePlan’s profile, scale-up Plan’s programs and best practices.Communications and Working Relationships of the Position:Internally: This position will communicate and coordinate closely with Plan’s management and alldepartments at the Country Office on a daily basis during the implementation of the program activities,monitoring and evaluation.Externally: This position will communicate with ADB, Plan Canada, government departments/bodiesand other agencies during project implementation.Knowledge, Skills, Behaviours and Experience Required to Achieve Position’s Objectives:Education:Knowledge:Skills:Master’s degree or equivalent qualification (formal qualifications) in agronomy or agriculturaleconomics.Have an adequate knowledge of the Standard Operating Procedures of the Royal Governmentof Cambodia.Macro- and micro-economic situation/dynamic in Cambodia in general and in Plan’s targetareas in particular.Government ministries/departments, NGOs/CSOs working in the livestock and livelihoodsectors including their functionality, interactions, strengths and weaknesses to addresspoverty.Project/program cycle and programming including life cycle programming.Proven planning, management, reporting and interpersonal communication skills as well asexcellent English communication and reporting skills are a must.Ability to respond on short notice and plan and execute several activities at once.2

Experience:Qualities:Ability to work under pressure, as part of a team or independently, and meet deadlinesconsistently.Proven leadership, interpersonal and cross-cultural skills and ability to build and motivatediverse teams.Livelihoods security tool analysisPartners’ and donors’ relationsAdvocacy and networking skillsHave 10 years of experience in implementing and managing agriculture and livelihood projectsHave practical experience in developing training tools and delivering trainings on livelihoodprojectsDemonstrated experience working successfully with government agencies and privateorganizations engaged in promoting improved livelihoods for households and the provision ofsocial protection servicesExperience working and collaborating with diverse sets of stakeholders, including employers’organizations, trade unions and other civil society organizationsResults and performance oriented (commitment to getting things done with a focus on quality)Team work spirit and responsivenessAbide by organizational values and principlesHumility/humble and maturityApproach work interdependentlyHigh self-esteem and respect for othersGender sensitivity and support team workPhysical Environment and Demands of the Position:This position is based in Phnom Penh, and is required to travel frequently and on a needs basis toprovinces to provide technical support and oversee activities. S/he is required to occasionally and on aneeds basis to travel overseas to participate in regional/or global network meetings/forum andtrainings.Office base 60%Travel 40%Level of Contact with Children of the Position:The position is required to frequently contact with families and children (to understand their progressesand challenges toward their rights fulfilments) through monitoring visits, assessments.LowNote: It is important to note that this position is contingent upon funding.To apply: Only applications that meet the qualifications will be considered. To apply for this position,please forward a resume outlining your skills and experience in confidence to gethired@plancanada.caby October 9, 2012. Please reference “Project Manager/Livelihoods Specialist” in the subject line.3