Project Manager DRR

Norwegian Red Cross Project Manager DRR

Norwegian Red Cross (NorCross) is a member of the world wide Red Cross / Red Crescent Movement working in the fields of relief and assistance and the development of Partner Red Cross / Red Crescent societies. 
Norwegian Red Cross has had a bilateral cooperation with Indonesia Red Cross (PMI) since the tsunami in 2005, and currently supports a range of long-term projects related to Disaster Management and Disaster Risk Reduction, logistics and warehouse management, and youth and non-violence.

Norwegian Red Cross is currently seeking a Project Manager for the Indonesia Red Cross Disaster Risk Reduction (DRR) project implemented in East Java and North Maluku Provinces. 

Duties and Responsibilities:
* To support Indonesian Red Cross (PMI) in managing and implementing the disaster risk reduction (DRR) project.
* To have line management responsibility, supervise and coach the DRR Senior Program Officer
   To encourage PMI to enhance links with local institutions to promote resource mobilization and sustainability.
* To coordinate and liaise with PMI-NHQ, PMI chapters and branches implementing the  project 
* To review and provide technical assistance to PMI on DRR training content and ensure that the objectives of training are met 
* To manage the budget and finances of the project, and to ensure compliance with all NorCross rules and regulations.
* To conduct field visits to project sites to collect information and to ensure project activities meet the specified objectives 
* Strengthen PMI Chapter and Branches (Board Members, Staff and Volunteers) Capacity Building through training, facilitation and technical advise 
* To submit monthly & quarterly reports to NorCross Country Manager
* Draft proposals and reports related to the project
* To analyze and evaluate DRR project to improve the services provided
* Liaise with PMI NHQ on a regular basis to ensure adequate support and coordination 
* Provide leadership in developing strategic relationships with counterparts in key government and non government agencies.
* To strengthen wider DRR capacity & systems as well as to ensure that NorCross & PMI are strategically position and highly regarded among partners/stakeholde rs
* In coordination with PMI, develop and strengthen strategic alliances with Red Cross/Red Crescent Movement partners, NGOs, government, and other key stakeholders.
* Respect and observe the Code of Conduct and staff regulations. 

Qualifications:
* Relevant university degree or equivalent qualification. Masters Degree is preferred
* 4 years experience in the field of disaster risk reduction
* 4 years experience with  International Development or Relief or related professional experience at a similar capacity
  Relevant experience of planning and managing budgets and ofplanning, implementation and monitoring of projects
  Previous experience of managing & supporting staff 
* Strong communication and interpersonal skills 
* Proficiency in English and Indonesian (written and spoken) required. 
* Self-supporting in computers (Windows, Spreadsheets, Word Processing) 
* Past experience working with Red Cross/Red Crescent or NGO is an asset.
* Self-motivated, with good judgment and initiative.
* Able to prioritize, meet deadlines, and achieve results through collaboration.
* Must be flexible and adaptive to change
 
Application deadline: 17th February 2012
Please submit your application to email : recruitment@ norcross- indo.org
and quote the position in your subject of email and only shortlisted candidate will be notified.