• Job Title: Project Manager
• Deadline:  11 - 02 - 2025
• Duty Station: Based in Sana’a and in the field in Hajjah Gov.

About YGUSSWP:

YGUSSWP is an independent, nonprofit organization that was established in 2011 and started operating at the time of the beginning of the humanitarian crisis in Yemen. YGUSSWP has been working tirelessly and a high-quality performance at implementing the humanitarian sectors such as Shelter NFIs/ESKs, WASH, Protection, livelihoods, Health, FSAC, CCCM, Education, and Nutrition. YGUSSWP upholds its main programmatic objectives to providing immediate and life-sustaining assistance, strengthening the protective environment, and reducing displacement-related risks and vulnerabilities by promoting self-reliance at both the household and community levels.
For more information about YGUSSWP, please visit our website at: https://ygusswp.org

Functions and duties:

Project Manager will work directly with YGUSSWP management, to create a work plan and provide supervision and support to relevant project staff regarding the implementation of the project. The project manager will have the overall management responsibility for the project. He/She will carry out the following tasks under the overall guidance and supervision and support from the YGUSSWP.

DUTIES AND RESPONSIBILITIES: 

• Oversees study, design, plan, contracting and implementation, ensuring that the objectives are met through proper planning, adequate staffing, efficient implementation and quality assurance.
• Establish and maintain effective project reporting and evaluation and communication systems.
• Manages project budget within approved spending levels and ensures accurate and timely financial reports both internally and to donors.
• Collect and compile project data regularly and submit it to the Management, including statistical reports, case studies, and success stories.
• Develop work plans, recruitment plans, reporting mechanisms and training plan using the project-monitoring tool. 
• Submits timely and accurate project progress reports in accordance with internal, sectoral and donor requirements.
• Manage and work with Programs department to implement and maintain prescribed reporting systems to monitor and evaluate the objectives, indicators and outcomes and ensure accurate and timely data collection at the field level.
• Supervise in the compilation of data for weekly, bi-weekly reports and quarterly reports with the M&E assistant and technical unit.
• Regularly update Program Manager at Sana'a office on progress of project as per protocol based on field.
• Liaise closely with local authorities, donor and partner agencies to ensure program compliance with donor policies and regulations and complementary with other agencies' efforts.
• Maintain regular meeting with project team.
• Maintain flexibility to take on added responsibility as and when needed 
• Provide technical guidance on the overall strategy for project design and management.
• Ensure that all project activities and trainings are both in line with global standards and fully coordinated with local authority.
• Actively represent YGUSSWP by attending cluster/coordination meetings relevant to the project activities.
• Contribute to the creation of a positive image and overall credibility of the organization, notably through the application of the organizations Code of Conduct, ethics, values and stand-point with regard to internal and external actors.
• In cooperation with HR Manager, hire and supervise staff to ensure their smooth and effective operations.
• Assist in the selection and training of qualified program staff and recommend promotions, disciplinary action and termination of staff in consultation with the HR and Finance.
• Ensure compliance to local labor laws including working hours.
• Maintain open lines of communications with all field staff.
• Determine training needs for subordinate staff.
• Train staff to increase their capacities  and  qualify them to ensure sustainability of programs.
• Conducts staff evaluations , advocates and plans for professional development for all subordinate staff 
• Works with Logistics staff to ensure the coordination of project supplies are within budgeted targets.
• Attends coordination meetings, which are relevant to country activities.
• Interfaces with national government and relevant agencies as necessary
• Ensures application and compliance of security protocols and policies
• This job description is not intended to be all inclusive and the employee will also perform other related tasks as required. 
• Ensure the respect of YGUSSWP Code of Conduct, the confidentiality and humanitarian principles and contribute to the integration and mainstreaming of AGD into YGUSSWP multi sectorial programming, 
• Any other duties as directed by the Program Manager.

Personal Qualities:

• Professional comprehensive reporting qualities and flawless use of computer software and applications
• Very good knowledge of Microsoft Office applications (particularly Word, Excel and PowerPoint).
• Professional English desired and preferred.

Other Qualities:

• Strong ability to communicate with beneficiaries, stakeholders and colleagues at different levels.
• Strong interpersonal skills and works well in a team

QUALIFICATIONS AND REQUIRMENTS:

Educational Background

• A Bachelor’s degree in Project Management, Social Sciences, Humanitarian Studies, or a related field is required.

Professional Experience

• A minimum of 3 years of progressively responsible experience in managing humanitarian or development projects, including experience in CCCM, Protection, and Shelter sectors.
• Proven experience in leading multi-sectoral teams and managing complex projects in conflict or post-conflict settings.
• Familiarity with donor reporting requirements, including the preparation of technical and financial reports.

Technical Skills

• Strong project management skills, including planning, budgeting, and monitoring and evaluation (M&E).
• Proficiency in using project management tools and software (e.g., MS Project, Excel, or similar tools).
• Knowledge of humanitarian principles, cluster coordination mechanisms, and international standards (e.g., SPHERE, Core Humanitarian Standards, HAP).
• Technical knowledge and experience in CCCM, Protection, and Shelter programming.

Language Skills

• Fluency in English is required, both written and spoken.
• Proficiency in Arabic is highly desirable.

Leadership and Interpersonal Skills

• Strong leadership and team-building skills with the ability to inspire and motivate staff.
• Excellent communication and negotiation skills to engage effectively with stakeholders, including donors, local authorities, and beneficiaries.
• Demonstrated ability to work in culturally diverse and sensitive environments.

Additional Requirements

• Willingness to travel to field locations, including remote and challenging environments.
• Knowledge of the local context and experience working in Yemen or similar settings is an advantage.
• Ability to manage stress and adapt to rapidly changing circumstances.