Senior Advisor - Process management and result based monitoring

Deutsche Gesellschaft für Internationale Zusammenarbeit (GIZ) GmbH is an international cooperation enterprise for sustainable development with worldwide operations. GIZ invites applications from suitable candidates for the position of a â��Senior Advisor - Process management and result based monitoring â�� for its Project Office based in Khulna.

The Position is responsible for

Managing the component Process Management and Result Based Monitoring . Responsibilities in particular include -

Supervising the day to day office and field work and harmonizing the various project activities;
Managing the implementation and the results based monitoring process for all components of the project with regards to dyke and embankment rehabilitation, biodiversity, co-management and up-scaling of successful project results in accordance with the offer and project goals and activities agreed with the partner, team agreements and/ or agreements with the seconded consultant;
Providing professional advice to partners and cooperating with important stakeholders;
Supervising innovation and knowledge management and communication of innovations to a broad target group ;
Integrating results and experience into teamwork and the work of all relevant groups;
Technical management and coordination of experts in the component;
Monitoring the implementation process according to bench marks and milestones and preparing result based status reports;
Actively linking to other organisations â��national and international â�� on joint strategy for up-scaling.

A.Tasks

1. Management Responsibilities

The Senior Advisor is responsible for process management and result based monitoring -

Implementation process and reports to the seconded consultant;
Staff coordination in accordance with management principles and guidelines to promote a sense of corporate identity;;
Enabling employees to carry out tasks independently and create scope for developing creativity and innovation;
Monitoring and managing staff and ensuring that they provide efficient services;

2. Professional Advisory Services

The Senior Advisor is responsible for process management and result based monitoring -

Advises partner institution(s) on offer clarification, identifying needs, developing concepts and strategies, and provides technical input;
Participates in identifying needs for external support and advice, works on policy recommendations and develops a strategic approach;
Contributes to preparing and implementing the coordination process, joint project/ programme activities and work in the regions;
Drafts job descriptions and terms of reference, selects and supervises third parties in the course of carrying out project activities, including performance evaluation;
Monitors the development and implementation of project plans and activities in close consultation with the seconded consultant and project partner;
Deals with the design, preparation and implementation of workshops, seminars and other events on issues related to the project's area of activity;
Develops and organises quality assurance measures and suggests necessary changes, improvements and initiatives;
Monitors project progress and the activities of components, reviews reports and documents on the progress of joint programmes, identifies bottlenecks and recommends alternative management options to the Senior Advisor;
Responsible for ensuring that the services provided by the component are aligned with the partner's needs.

3. Networking and Cooperation

The Senior Advisor is responsible for process management and result based monitoring -

Ensures cooperation, regular contact and dialogue with partner organizations; and cooperates with local communities, relevant organisations, non-governmental agencies and individuals in the project/programme environment and with other projects to improve and maintain good working relationships;
Communicates local interests and efforts, forwards these and encourages sharing ideas and information for the benefit of the project;
Actively linking to other organisations â��national and international â�� on joint strategy development for up-scaling; this will include negotiating for agreements on future cooperation in continuation of this project;
Coordinates and actively contributes to PR work;
Travels both abroad and in the region regularly, in accordance with project requirements.

4. Knowledge Management

The Senior Advisor is responsible for process management and result based monitoring -

Compiles information on dyke/ embankment rehabilitation and ensures knowledge transfer;
Is responsible for development of ready-to-use strategies and technical concepts, including guidelines, manuals and procedures;
Coordinates drafting of reports and presentation documents;
Formulates appropriate input for various project reports including annual reports, and contributes to the other reports required by the Senior Advisor and GIZ Head Office;
Assists in research activities and studies on project relevant political issues which benefit joint programmes.

5. Management and Coordination Tasks

The Senior Advisor is responsible for process management and result based monitoring -

Is responsible for project planning for the component and develops project concepts and strategies, ensures implementation;
Will keep an operational plan up-dated and time schedule for managing the implementation process accordingly;
Uses GIZ's Capacity Works to manage the component ;
Coordinates and prioritises relevant project activities at the local level in cooperation with the partners, both as regards the organisational preparation and implementation of the activities;
Manages and monitors the component budget in consultation with the financial coordinator and the seconded consultant is responsible for the contract and cooperation;
Compiles the relevant information for joint activities and assignments;
In absence of the seconded consultant takes appropriate measures to secure operation of the project.

6. Other Duties/ Additional Tasks

The Senior Advisor is responsible for process management and result based monitoring -

Performs other duties and tasks at the request of management, even if these are not explicitly cited in the job description.

B. Required Entry Qualifications and Competencies

Formal Education

Masteral degree with focus on coastal environment, forestry (mangroves) and biodiversity or equivalent

Professional Experience

7 years professional experience, with at least 5 years professional experience in a comparable position.

Other Qualifications

Very good working knowledge of ITC technologies (related software, phone, fax, email, the internet) and computer applications (e.g. MS Office);
Proven track record in a managerial position;
Fluent written and oral knowledge of English and a working knowledge of Bangladeshi language;
Willingness to up skill as required by the tasks to be performed â��corresponding measures are agreed with management;
Knowledge of German will be of advantage.

We only accept electronic applications. Please send your complete and current CV along with a recent passport size photograph by 31 December, 2012 , via email to jobs@gizbd.org with the subject line

â�� Senior Advisor - Process management and result based monitoring â�� Khulnaâ��No phone calls please. Only short-listed candidates will be contacted.