GRM International , International Development – Project Manager

Work for a leading International Professional Services firm in Central London
- Manage projects funded by DFID, USAID and AusAID

Do you have what it takes to manage projects in developing countries? Following the company’s global expansion, GRM International is currently seeking Project Managers for one of the company’s key global offices in Central London. Your primary responsibilities will revolve around three major areas – Business Development, Project Management and HR Management.

The Basics:

• Start date: April 2012.
• Location: Close to Old Street tube station, Central London, with travel to other global GRM offices and project countries. As a truly global business, GRM offers staff the opportunity to get involved in development projects across the globe and work with the three top bilateral donors; DFID, AusAID and USAID.
• Package: Competitive monthly salary, pension, private health insurance, and quarterly performance related pay bonuses
• Reporting to: Regional Director for Central Asia, West Africa and Southern Africa.

More on the role:
This exciting opportunity will require you to have considerable experience in a similar role. You will oversee and closely manage all GRM contractual obligations and the development of all procedures for assigned projects. You will ensure that projects are delivered efficiently, innovatively, on time and within budget. You will also be expected to pursue new business development opportunities and be able to prepare and lead on bid/tender proposals, demonstrate sound Business Development acumen and skills.

In this role you will be expected to:
Project Manage bilateral development projects:

• Manage contracts for specific projects and consultancies.
• Scope, plan, schedule, resource and cost.
• Develop project budget and manage cash flow and forecasts.
• Determine performance standards and milestones for project.
• Develop, maintain and review project management systems.
• Monitor and anticipate/identify project performance issues.
• Report on project progress.
• Project administration in accordance with GRM requirements.
• Participate in selection interviews.
• Identify opportunities for process/product improvement.
• Identify opportunities for profit maximisation.

Work with business development/bid team to identify future business opportunities:

• Liaise and build relationships with clients.
• Identify and resolve significant contract issues.
• Manage Team Leader/project team including induction, mobilisation, supervision and performance.
• Train staff in GRM project methodology.
• Build a cohesive and multi-skilled team.
• Work collaboratively with peers.
• Undertake people management activities in accordance with the firm’s requirements.

Minimum education and experience required:

• Relevant Bachelor’s degree; Master’s degree (preferred).
• Considerable experience in a similar role.
• Extensive DFID project management experience, including managing long and short term consultants, project start, achieving milestones and interpreting project plans.
• Substantial experience of people management, including setting clear performance objectives, managing for results, giving and receiving feedback, performance evaluation, and mentoring and coaching consultants/employees.
• Long term experience in a developing country or similar environment.

Key competencies and professional expertise required

• Formal project management training and expertise.
• Excellent written and verbal communication skills.
• Strong technical writing skills.
• Ability to conceptualize and write a bid proposal or project report.
• Sound business development and client relationship management skills.
• Financial acumen and the ability to interpret and analyse financial reports.
• Sound problem solving and decision making skills.
• Willingness to travel and work abroad a minimum of eight weeks per year in developing countries and elsewhere.
• Work autonomously and as a part of a team when required.

Application details:
If you have what it takes to make a difference please email your CV to caroline.ellis@grminternational.com and please do the following:
1. State ‘Project Manager – GRM London’ in the subject line.
2. Explain in a cover letter how you meet the position requirements.
3. Please submit your application by the closing date of: Wednesday 7th March.
4. Please state in your cover letter where you saw this position advertised.

For a list of other career opportunities at GRM International please visit:
http://grminternational.force.com/Careers

About GRM International…

GRM has for over 45 years, specialised in the provision of project design, management expertise and technical assistance to development projects for bilateral and multilateral funding agencies, governments and corporations. Through our recent merger with Futures Group we have created a global leader in development with approximately 90 current projects operating in more than 60 countries, and $225 million in revenue. The combined group offers you a multisectoral portfolio with expertise in global health, economic development, trade, democracy and governance, education and training, agriculture and rural development, law and justice, and food security operating successfully throughout Asia and the Pacific, Africa, Europe, the Middle East and the Americas.

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