Program
Project Manager
Full-Time
Mercy Corps is a global non-governmental, humanitarian aid organization operating in transitional contexts that have undergone, or have been undergoing, various forms of economic, environmental, social and political instabilities. The organization claims to have assisted more than 220 million people survive humanitarian conflicts, seek improvements in livelihoods, and deliver durable development to their communities. In 2019, senior staff resigned following public disclosure of the organization’s longtime inaction over its co-founder’s sexual abuse of his daughter. Mercy Corps proposes a mission to “alleviate suffering, poverty and oppression by helping people build secure, productive and just communities.” As of August 2021, the organization reports to be operating within 38 countries, including Afghanistan, Central African Republic, Myanmar and Yemen, with programs focused in a number of humanitarian sectors ranging from conflict management, children & youth to agriculture and food security.
Job Summary
- Recruiter: Mercy Corps Afghanistan
- Degree: Bachelor’s degree
- Vacancies Number: 1
- Province: Kandahar
- Gender: Male/Female
- Experience: 5 years
- Deadline: 2026-08-31
The Project Manager will have responsibilities that include:
- Develop and update project implementation plans.
- Apply community-based approaches and protection principles
- Coordinate with Mercy Corps departments and the MEL team on assessments and monitoring.
- Prepare procurement plans and manage assigned budgets.
- Define project indicators and monitoring methods.
- Supervise implementation and ensure compliance with grant requirements and Mercy Corps policies.
- Prepare timely reports and maintain accurate project documentation.
- Identify implementation challenges and develop practical solutions.
- Build staff capacity and support professional development.
- Provide guidance,resources, and constructive feedback.
- Promote accountability, teamwork, and a respectful work environment.
- Recruit and supervise team members when required.
- Represent Mercy Corps in relevant clusters and meetings.
- Coordinate with government authorities and key stakeholders.
- Ensure compliance with security policies and procedures.
- Dedicate 5% of working time to learning and development.
- Promote accountability and involve beneficiaries in project design, monitoring, and evaluation.
Essential Job Responsibilities
Design & Planning:
Program Management:
Team Management:
Representation & Security:
Organizational Learning & Accountability:
Job Requirment
- A Bachelor’s degree in Agriculture, Social Sciences, or a related discipline is required; a Master’s degree is an advantage.
- Minimum 5 years of relevant experience in humanitarian assistance, livelihoods, economic development, or program management.
- Proven ability to manage complex projects with strict deadlines in challenging or unstable settings; experience in Afghanistan is an added advantage.
- Demonstrated experience in leading, mentoring, and developing team members.
- Strong interpersonal and communication skills, with the ability to work effectively with culturally and ethnically diverse teams.
- Professional certification in project or program management is preferred, or willingness to obtain one during the initial period of employment.
- Familiarity with Sphere standards and humanitarian response principles is desirable.
- Strong analytical, planning, creative thinking, and problem-solving abilities.
- Experience using participatory methods and engaging communities through awareness and mobilization activities.
- Ability to professionally represent Mercy Corps and engage with government authorities, national organizations, and international NGOs.
- Fluent written and spoken English is essential.
Knowledge and Experience:
Submission Guideline
- Apply through below link:
Country
Afghanistan
City
Qandahar
