Project Manager

Job Opening: Project Manager

Kurdistan Organization for Human Rights Watch (KOHRW) is an independent, non-profit, and non-governmental organization established in 1989 as a national NGO in Iraq. KOHRW has contributed to a range of humanitarian services and development programs throughout the Kurdistan region and Iraq. KOHRW works in 6 areas of expertise: Human Rights, Protection, Shelter & WASH, Livelihood, Social Cohesion, and Education.

KOHRW is recruiting a Project Manager to lead the [Supporting a Resilient Economic Recovery by strengthening the Agriculture and SME Sector in Saqlawia and Faluja District, Anbar Governorate]

Responsibilities:

• Planning and coordinating all aspects of the project, including designing timelines, assigning responsibilities, monitoring and reporting progress.

• Identifying, assessing and mitigating project risks to ensure that the delivery of programme outcomes is on time and within budget.

• Managing communication with all stakeholders including project team members, senior organization management, and donor agencies.

• Develop detailed project plans, including objectives, deliverables, timelines, and resource allocation.

• Ensure project design aligns with the overall goals and strategic direction of the organization and donor requirements.

• Oversee and manage the day-to-day operations of the project.

• Develop and implement monitoring and evaluation frameworks to assess project performance and impact.

Requirements:

• Must hold a Doctorate or master’s degree in a relevant field, such as management, communications, social sciences, human rights, or international development.

• Must possess over 5 years of management experience in civil society organizations, preferably in the humanitarian or development sector.

• Demonstrated skills in strategic planning, project management, capacity-building, and effective leadership of high-performing teams.

• Excellent oral and written communication skills. Fluency in Arabic, Kurdish, and English required.

To apply, send a CV and cover letter to hr@kohrw.org. Please note that the recruitment for this position is subject to budget availability and donor approval. Selected candidates may be interviewed shortly thereafter.

Deadline: 5^th June 2024

Recruitment Notice:

Please note that the recruitment for this position is subject to donor approval. Final selection of candidates will be contingent upon receiving the necessary funding and authorization from the project's donor.