Partner Project Manager Job at Malteser International

Malteser International is the international humanitarian relief agency of the Sovereign Order of Malta. For over 60 years we provide relief and recovery for people during and following conflicts and disasters around the world. Christian values and humanitarian principles form the foundations of our work. In over 30 countries in Africa, the Americas, Asia and the Middle East, we support people in need – regardless of their religion, origin or political convictions. 

Malteser International has been working in Uganda since 1996, with projects in several regions of the country. In Northern Uganda and more specifically in the West Nile region, MI is currently active in the sectors of WASH, livelihood and environment for improving the lives of both the refugee population as well as the host communities. The WASH activities focus on improved access to safe water and sanitation. Livelihood and environment components complement the approach. In the capital Kampala Malteser International’s focus lies on the health sector with the development of an operative ambulance system, an improved care for physiotherapy patients and the support of an initiative for mothers of disabled children.

For its work in Kampala, Uganda, Malteser International is looking for a motivated Partner Project Manager – National Position.

As the Partner Project Manager, you will be in charge of planning, reviewing, reporting, and implementing the projects working with the partners. 

• Facilitate linkages, collaboration, and networking with other civil society organizations and governments, and other relevant institutions to enhance MI visibility and program activities
• Oversee the management of existing partnerships
• Support and guide planning, review, and reporting to ensure timely and quality implementation of the projects
• Lead the design and development of program strategies, plans with the partner team and ensures their alignment with MI strategies
• Support the Monitoring, Evaluation and Learning team in the development and implementation of monitoring, review, assessment and evaluation plans for improved program development and delivery
• Jointly with MI partner administration, ensure sound financial management of the projects and oversee all procurement efforts for supplies and services, ensuring that the processes are transparent and in line with MI and donor regulations
• Proposal writing coordination, especially on MI’s own projects

• BA or (preferably) MSC in Public Health, Social Sciences, or other relevant disciplines
• At least 5 years of relevant experience managing similar projects
• Proven experience in project planning, proposal and report writing, networking, partnership-building, and working with INGOs
• Budgetary control and financial management, including the ability to read and understand financial data
• Conversant with disability/inclusion, Disaster Risk Reduction, Project Cycle Management, Gender, and One Health approaches

• Start Date: Immediately
• Duty Station: Kampala
• Duration of contract: 1 year with the possibility of extension
• Salary according to qualification and experience; insurance package, 13th pay cheque