Norwegian Red Cross Vacancy: 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/stakeholders
- 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 of  planning, implementation and monitoring of projects
· Previous experience of managing amp; 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

Please submit your application letter addressing the above qualifications and experiences together with a detailed curriculum vitae (CV) latest on 3rd May 2012 to: Human Resources Department,  Email: recruitment@norcross-indo.org
Please indicate on the subject heading: PROJECT MANAGER-DRR

Only short listed candidates will be notified.