Project Manager / Team Leader

Objective:

The Project Manager will oversee the implementation of Good Neighbors Philippines’ fisheries project in Palawan aimed at enhancing income generation for mussel and seaweed growers through value-added product creation, quality assurance, and expanded market access.

Responsibilities:

Project Planning and Implementation:

• Develop detailed project implementation plans in collaboration with Good Neighbors Philippines Head Office Management and in line with approved project documents and donor requirements.
• Ensure adherence to timelines, budgets, and quality standards throughout project execution.
• Build trust and professional relationships with project stakeholders to ensure smooth implementation of all project activities.

Team Leadership:

• Provide clear guidance, direction, and support to team members, promoting a culture of accountability and high performance.
• Ensure the project team functions effectively as a cohesive unit, fostering a collaborative and supportive work environment.
• Facilitate regular team meetings to review progress, address challenges, and ensure alignment with project goals.
• Coordinate with Good Neighbors senior managers at the Head Office to secure necessary resources and address any issues promptly.
• Serve as a liaison between the project team, and Good Neighbors Head Office, ensuring effective communication and problem-solving.

Facility Construction and Infrastructure Development:

• Oversee the construction and operationalization of a marine product processing facility that meets industry standards.
• Collaborate with technical experts to ensure the facility's design and functionality meet the needs of local cooperatives and associations.

Community Engagement:

• Lead efforts to engage and empower local fisherfolk associations and cooperatives throughout the project lifecycle.
• Facilitate community readiness and ownership of project activities through participatory approaches.

Product Innovation and Market Development:

• In collaboration with the consultants and Marketing Specialist, drive product innovation initiatives to diversify marine products and increase marketability.
• Establish effective market linkages to connect cooperative products with regional and national markets.

Monitoring, Evaluation, and Reporting:

• Help develop and implement a robust monitoring and evaluation framework to track project progress and outcomes.
• Prepare timely and accurate reports for submission to the donor and the Good Neighbors Head Office, as required,, ensuring compliance with reporting requirements.

Knowledge Sharing and Stakeholder Engagement:

• Lead the preparations for a knowledge sharing event around the 18th month to disseminate project learnings and best practices.
• Engage stakeholders, including government agencies, NGOs, and private sector partners, to foster collaboration and sustainability.

Capacity Building and Training:

• Identify training needs and facilitate capacity building sessions for project beneficiaries and stakeholders.
• Support the development of skills in product processing, quality assurance, and market access among local communities.

Qualifications:

• Bachelor’s degree in Fisheries Management, Marine Science, Agriculture, Business Administration, or a related field. Master’s degree preferred.
• Minimum of 5 years of experience in managing development projects, preferably in the fisheries or agricultural sector.
• Proven track record in project planning, implementation, and monitoring, with experience in infrastructure development considered a strong asset.
• Excellent communication, interpersonal, and leadership skills.
• Ability to work effectively with diverse stakeholders, including government officials, community leaders, and donor agencies.
• Fluency in Tagalog and English.

Good Neighbors Philippines has zero tolerance to any harm or sexual exploitation and abuse against any beneficiaries (or program participants). Safeguarding and Protection from Sexual Exploitation and Abuse (PSEA) and Protection from Sexual Harassment (PSH) is everyone’s shared responsibility and all GN employees and partners are required to adhere with GN’s Code of Conduct both during and outside working hours. Familiarization with and adherence to the GN Safeguarding Policy and Code of Conduct is an essential requirement to all employees and partners, in addition to related mandatory
training. All GN employees and partners must ensure that they understand and act in accordance with this clause.