Project Title:                Livelihoods Recovery for Earthquake-Affected Communities in Myanmar

Job Location:              Yangon (Country Head Office)

Report to:                   Managing Director

• Lead the overall planning and execution of activities in targeted communities in 5 earthquake affected township ( Sagaing, Amarapura, Chanmyathazi, Yamethin, Pyawbwe).
• Manage the workplans and activity schedules aligned with budget.
• Ensure timely delivery of all project outputs and compliance with donor/organizational objectives and standards.
• Conduct regular field visits to monitor the activities and provide guidance/capacity building support to field staff. Approximately 20% of month work time can be dedicated to field visit.
• Coordinate with relevant stakeholders including community leaders, government departments, partners, and donors.

• Manage project budgets, expenditures, and financial planning in coordination with the Finance team.

• Work closely with MEAL team to track project progress, outcomes, and indicators.
• Ensure proper documentation, compliance, and accountability for all project transactions
• Prepare required reports (monthly, quarterly, annually) for management and donors.
• Coordinate the lessons learned documentation, success stories, and best practices to improve future programming.

• Represent the project in coordination meetings, clusters, and working groups as needed.
• Build and maintain strong partnerships with microfinance operations teams for the integrated service delivery in better impact.

• Supervise the team (around 15 project staff, 5 direct reports), providing guidance, coaching, and performance management.
• Promote a positive team environment and uphold organizational values and safeguarding policies

• Bachelor’s degree. Master’s degree is an asset.

• Minimum 5 years of experience in development sector preferably in livelihoods, economic recovery, microfinance, or community development.
• Experience working with earthquake/ disaster-affected communities is desirable.
• Proven experience working with donor project/project reporting
• Knowledge in integrated development approach or Graduation model is desirable.
• Knowledge of financial literacy and financial inclusion is an asset. 
• Strong coordination, communication, and stakeholder engagement skills.
• Ability to work in a multi-cultural environment.
• Ability to work under pressure and travel frequently to field locations.
• Proficiency in MS Office applications