Organization: Plan
Country: Spain
Closing date: 03 Nov 2017
The Youth Economic Empowerment Project Manager will be a member of the Department of International Cooperation and Humanitarian Aid Programs at Plan International Spain.
OVERVIEW
Plan International is an international community development organization, child-centered and particularly focused in girls, founded in 1937, working in 70 countries, 51 of which are developing countries and 10.000 staff. With a focus on long-term sustainable development, as well as relief in emergencies and humanitarian aid. Plan International works in a participative way with children and families across a range of programs including education, health, household economic security, protection and water/sanitation. Advocacy cuts across all programs.
RESPONSIBILITIES:
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Project proposal formulation.
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Management, monitoring and evaluation of the projects assigned.
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To ensure full compliance with donor requirements in reporting (narrative and financial).
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Effectively management of funding relationships with major institutional donors that support funding objectives.
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To identify needs and new project opportunities in line with the strategy.
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Lead the process of identifying and prioritizing funding opportunities.
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To cooperate and liaise with Plan International National Offices and Country Offices partners and, where applicable, with external stakeholders at the appropriate levels.
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The position will be based in Madrid with assignments on the field (around 35% of the time).
PROFILE:
- Spanish mother tongue with hHigh level of French and English.
- University Degree.
- 3 years of working experience in Development and Youth Economic Empowerment projects.
- Proved experience in raising funds project management mainly with multilateral and bilateral donors (previous experience with AECID, DG DEVCO will be valuable).
- Knowledge in Project Cycle Management tools & knowledge in donors´ processes.
- Experience in the following area would be an asset:
a. Business Development
b. Livelihood based on green solutions (e.g. eco – agriculture.)
c. Renewable energy solutions
- Previous experience in West Africa Region would be valuable.
What we offer:
- Temporary contract
- Total reward including annual Gross Salary + variable incentives (to be set upon candidate's experience and the organization standards) + Ticket Restaurant.
- 23 days of holidays per year.
- Short working hours on Fridays (and throughout July and August).
- Integration into a developing organization.
- Take action so that a 100 million girls learn, lead, decide and thrive.
How to apply:
The candidates must send application and cover letter to recruiting@plan-international.org with the reference PI-PMYEE-18
