PROJECT DIRECTOR

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Work Location : Togo – Lome Type of Post : Other Possible Location : Niger – Niamey Funding : Expected Travel : Not Applicable Type of Contract : Language Requirement : French and English Application Deadline : Employee Duration : Full-Time Starting salaries are based on various factors, including candidate experience, education, knowledge, skills, and the cost of labor where the job is based. Salaries listed only apply to jobs based in the US. Who We Are As a global leader, CARE is shaping the future of the humanitarian and development sector. Each year, we deliver support and services to millions of people globally. We do this by focusing on ourmission and vision, and the values of equality and excellence that guide our organization. We seek dedicated individuals who align with our mission and are passionate about making it a reality by collaborating with others, embracing learning and innovation, and delivering results. What We Are Looking For At CARE, we value diversely talented people who can bring different experiences and perspectives to our organization. We know that not all applicants will have every skill and qualification. We encourage everyone who meets the minimum required qualifications to apply. Having one or more of the preferred qualifications will strengthen an application. But, even if you are earlier in your career or followed a non-traditional educational or professional path, we hope you will consider a career at CARE. Job Title: PROJECT DIRECTORJob Location(s): Togo – Lome Job Summary The Project Director is responsible for the strategic direction, programmatic coordination, and operational management of the project to strengthen the resilience of pastoral and agro-pastoral households in the cross-border areas of the Central Corridor of West Africa and the Sahel (CARAVAN), implemented in seven countries: Mali, Burkina Faso, Niger, Côte d’Ivoire, Ghana, Benin, and Togo. Based at the Regional Hub for Expertise and Exchange (PEER) in Lomé, the Project Director coordinates a consortium comprised of CARE, ACF France, ACF Spain, APESS, and five national partners (AREN, CIKOD, CPGK, FENAPFIBVTO, and TASSAGHT). In this capacity, the Project Director ensures the coherence of interventions, the quality of implementation, and the successful execution of the project’s four main outcomes. He also represents the project to the European Commission, the main funder, and chairs the Steering Committee responsible for the strategic direction and performance monitoring of the project. Responsibilities Strategic Leadership and Adaptive Management Lead the overall vision of the CARAVAN program, ensuring its alignment with its theory of change and core priorities. Oversee the launch phase to adapt the program to the context and ensure strong engagement from key stakeholders. Adapt program priorities based on the evolving political, security, and environmental context. Ensure that key themes such as gender, youth, and resilience are fully integrated into all program activities. Coordinate partners and ensure rapid and coherent responses to emerging crises. Governance and operational coordination of the consortium Lead the Project Steering Committee to ensure strategic alignment, coherence between countries, and the effective resolution of key issues among partners. Provide leadership and performance monitoring for zonal and thematic managers, ensuring coordinated and results-oriented implementation across all regions and functions. Ensure strong integration of technical leadership from key partners (ACF, APESS) in program design and implementation, ensuring consistency with the overall strategy. Foster equitable and responsible partnerships with national co-applicants, promoting local embeddedness, mutual accountability, and capacity building. Oversee sub-grant management and partner performance to ensure compliance, quality of implementation, and alignment with program standards and objectives. Representation, external relations and visibility Manage relations with the European Commission, ensuring full compliance with regulations, adherence to deadlines, and clarity of reporting. Establish and maintain strong relationships with key ministries to foster program alignment and enhance its influence. Represent the program within key regional platforms to strengthen coordination and political influence. Coordinate with key donors and programs to ensure complementarity and maximize impact. Ensure effective and regulatory-compliant visibility while strengthening CARAVAN’s strategic profile. Financial oversight, monitoring and evaluation, and accountability Oversee the overall program budget, ensuring rigorous financial management, compliance with EU rules, and the production of accurate and timely reports for all partners. Monitor expenditures, forecasts, and procurement at all levels to ensure efficient use of resources and adherence to the schedule. Establish a robust Monitoring, Evaluation, and Learning (MEL) system, the data from which informs decision-making, learning, and program adaptation. Oversee the Evaluation and Evidence Production Committee and guide key evaluations (initial, mid-term, and final) so that the findings contribute to improving the strategy and program. Ensure high-quality and timely reporting and promote strong accountability mechanisms, including social accountability approaches, with all partners. Please submit your application in English Required Qualifications Master’s degree or equivalent in development studies, international relations, agriculture/livestock or a related field. Proven leadership in international program management, with over 10 years of experience, including at least 5 years in senior management positions, and expertise in managing large, EU-funded multinational consortia. Proven ability to manage finances and ensure donor compliance, particularly with EU regulations, for large-scale programs (over 10 million). Expertise in pastoralism, food security, and regional governance in West Africa and the Sahel. Excellent partnership management and inclusive programming skills, with fluency in French and a good working knowledge of English. Preferred Qualifications Experience implementing social accountability approaches, such as CARE’s Social Accountability Framework or similar methodologies aimed at strengthening community participation and dialogue with institutional actors. Knowledge of or experience collaborating with CARAVAN consortium partners, or involvement in similar programs such as PRODIATA, MOPSS, RECOLG, or PROGRESS. Good understanding of the Triple Nexus approach (Humanitarian-Development-Peace) and its application in fragile contexts marked by instability or conflict. There are individuals who may use CARE’s name and trademark in emails and on websites in an attempt to solicit fees from interested job-seekers. Some examples of these fees are placement fees or immigration processing fees. CARE does not use recruiting or placement agencies that charge candidates an up-front fee of any kind. Occasionally, CARE does employ recruiting or placement agencies to help us identify candidates for specific employment within CARE. If you’re contacted by a legitimate recruiting or placement agency, there should be no charge to you. If you suspect that you have been a victim of fraud from someone purporting to be CARE, please contact us atlegal@care. org. Please do not email legal@care. org to apply for this position. Instead, click “apply now” below in order to submit your interest. CARE is an Equal Opportunity employer. We provide equal employment opportunities to all employees and qualified applicants for employment without regard to race, color, sex, religion, ancestry, national origin, age, disability, marital status, or veteran status, or any other characteristics protected under applicable law. Starting salaries are based on internal equity, candidate experience, and the cost of labor where the job is based. Salaries listed only apply to jobs based in the US. Secteur : Management and Manufacturing