PROJECT MANAGER/TEAM LEADER (Local Hire)

COUNTRY PROGRAM BACKGROUND:

International Medical Corps is a global, humanitarian, nonprofit organization dedicated to saving lives and relieving suffering through health care training and relief and development programs. Established in 1984 by volunteer doctors and nurses, International Medical Corps is a private, voluntary, nonpolitical, nonsectarian organization. Its mission is to improve the quality of life through health interventions and related activities that build local capacity in underserved communities worldwide. By offering training and health care to local populations and medical assistance to people at highest risk, and with the flexibility to respond rapidly to emergency situations, International Medical Corps rehabilitates devastated health care systems and helps bring them back to self-reliance.

International Medical Corps proposes to support the Ministry of Health (MoH) in providing
integrated health (including mental health, reproductive health care), nutrition and food
security services for IDPs as well as host communities affected by conflict in the Mbengwi,
Njikwa, Fundong, Ako and Ndop Health Districts. Targeted beneficiaries will receive free
primary health care including mental health and reproductive health care, nutrition and food
security services through health facilities which will be identified in need according to the
need assessment report.

MAIN TASKS AND RESPONSIBILITIES

• Coordinate the execution of health, and nutrition activities/projects on all sites in the northwest region supported by IMC.
• Developing and implementing healthcare programs and services for a specific geographic area
• Monitor the efficient use of medications procured under project funds and provide technical guidance and coordination of the procurement, storage and use of medication and medical commodities.
• Oversee the operation of healthcare facilities and clinics to ensure that they are meeting quality standards.
• Ensure collaboration and coordination between IMC activities and the MOH to ensure a parallel system is not created.
• Follow up and ensure health activities are carried out according to Cameroon MOH protocols.
• In collaboration with the Access officer, monitor the overall security and access environment for the smooth running of program activities.
• Represent IMC at all meetings including regional coordination meetings, cluster meetings and meetings with various stakeholders.
• Supervise staff performance and progress on IMCs mentorship and training processes.
• Identify and resolve any issues that may adversely affect the project and report accordingly to the field coordinator, program coordinator or medical director.
• Create and maintain good contact and networks with various stakeholders within and outside the project to ensure smooth running of all activities.
• Contribute to project proposal writing as well as concept note drafting to funders.
• Propose other areas of potential funding opportunities and prepare reports in this regard and submit them.
• Conducting research and writing reports
• Follow up on effective presence of staff at health facilities and monitor all clinical activities with respect of ethics and IMC standards.
• Ensure smooth progress of program/project indicators and make necessary amends to redirect indicator achievement.
• Ensure adequate timely availability of medications and supplies in quantity and of good quality.
• Manage the budget for healthcare services in their area to ensure that resources are used efficiently and effectively.
• Advocating for the needs of patients and the community
• Ensuring that healthcare services are accessible and affordable for everyone.
• Carry out any other tasks assigned by the supervisor.

Working relationships
Maintain frequent communication with the Field Coordinator to ensure health program
activities and objectives are communicated;
Work with Finance Manager and logistics Officer to ensure the coordination of IMC
Field Programs are smoothly implemented;
Represent IMC at health and nutrition working group meetings, donors filed visits and
assessment missions at regional level;
Interface with MoH counterparts, Public Health Regional Program Delegate to ensure
mutual understanding of programs;

Representation
Work with key donor staff to develop and maintain optimum programmatic
relationship
Ensure maximum visibility of the agency amongst NGO community;
Facilitate the production of technical reports and ensure the timeliness and accuracy of
information provided, as well ensuring confidentiality of sensitive information;
Contribute to the creation of positive image and overall credibility of the
organization, notably through the application of IMC’s mandate, ethics, values and
stand-point with regard to other actors

Skills and Experience:

Education: Medical Doctor/Master in public health or equivalent in a related
allied health
Minimum 5 years of management experience working in humanitarian or
development setting with minimum five years of INGO program management
experience at the same or similar position
Experience in medical emergency responses
Experience in managing Health and Nutrition programming, and experience
working in partnership with Ministry of Public Health, is strongly desired.
Proven ability to draft consistent proposals and write sound reports;
Previous experience managing programs financed by US government agencies,
ECHO,UN foundations and private donors a must, with previous experience in
competitive environments a plus.
Proven ability to manage projects to completion on time, within budget, and with
the anticipated results.(Minimum 2 years experiences)
Qualifications:
Language: Excellent command of English/Pidgin (Fluency in English oral and
written)
Knowledge: Essential computer literacy (word, excel and internet)
People Management and development certification
Results and Quality Orientation
Teamwork and cooperation
Competency:
Ability to respond to multiple priorities in a timely manner, producing high-quality outcomes.
Proven Decision Making capacity
Good communication skills
Demonstrated successful leadership experience with a multi-disciplinary team in
a cross cultural setting, including active mentoring and coaching. Strong leader,
motivational and team-building skills;
Extremely flexible, and have the ability to cope with stressful situations and
frustrations

Security and Conduct
Ensure compliance with security protocols and policies. Consider security
implications of programs, reviewing plans with teams and appropriate stakeholders.
Contribute to the positive image and overall credibility of the program and
organization, notably through adherence to the Code of Conduct and Ethics, including
compliance with anti-harassment, safeguarding and PSEA policies.
Perform other duties as assigned. The duties and responsibilities listed in this
document are representative of the nature and level of work assigned and not
necessarily all inclusive.

Compliance & Ethics:

• Promotes and encourages a culture of compliance and ethics throughout International Medical Corps. As applicable to the position, maintains a clear understanding of International Medical Corps’ and donor compliance and ethics standards and adheres to those standards.
• Conducts work with the highest level of integrity.
• Communicates these standards to staff, if applicable, and to partners and requires them to adhere to these values.

Prevention of Sexual Exploitation and Abuse:

Actively promote PSEA (Prevention of Sexual Exploitation and Abuse) standards within International Medical Corps and amongst beneficiaries served by International Medical Corps

Code of Conduct
As applicable to this position, an individual must promote and encourage a culture of
compliance and ethics throughout the organization and maintain a clear understanding of
International Medical Corps’ and donor compliance and ethics standards and adheres to those
standards.
If this is a supervisory position, one must set an example of ethical behavior through one’s
own conduct and oversight of the work of others; ensure that those who report to you have
sufficient knowledge and resources to follow the standards outlined in the Code of Conduct &
Ethics; monitor compliance of the people you supervise; enforce the Code of Conduct &
Ethics and International Medical Corps’ policies, including the Safeguarding Policy and the
Protection from Harassment, Bullying and Sexual Misconduct in the Workplace Policy,
consistently and fairly; support employees who in good faith raise questions or concerns.

Safeguarding
It is all staff shared responsibility and obligation to safeguard and protect populations with
whom we work, including adults who may be particularly vulnerable and children. This
includes safeguarding from the following conduct by our staff or partners: sexual exploitation
and abuse; exploitation, neglect, or abuse of children, adults at risk, or LGBTI individuals;
and any form of trafficking in persons. Staff are also responsible for preventing violations to
our Code of Conduct and Ethics, which may involve Conflicts of Interest, Fraud, Corruption
or Harassment. If you see, hear or are made aware of any violations to the Code of Conduct
and Ethics or Safeguarding Policy, you have an obligation to report.

Equal Opportunities
International Medical Corps is proud to provide equal employment opportunities to all
employees and qualified applicants without regard to race, color, religion, sex, sexual
orientation, national or ethnic origin, age, disability or status as a veteran.

International Medical Corps never asks job applicants for a fee, payment, or other
monetary transaction. If you are asked for money in connection with this recruitment,
please report to International Medical Corps at the website for reporting misconduct:
www.InternationalMedicalCorps.ethicspoint.com*. Please do not submit your CV or
application to this website, it will not be considered for review.*