Childfund is a child-focused international development organization that works in 23 countries to connect children with the people, resources and institutions they need to grow up healthy, educated, skilled and safe, no matter where they are.
childfund has implemented the camino protegido humanitarian project since * to provide support and protection to migrant children, adolescents, and families in mexico.
it currently focuses on reducing the gap in health services and protecting the population in transit, asylum seekers, refugees, and vulnerable members of host communities, primarily in chiapas and other locations in southeastern mexico.
childfund's values
childfund values a diverse, equitable, inclusive, and accessible environment where everyone is welcomed and celebrated equally.
in our culture of connection, you will have ample opportunity to grow, learn, and lead while contributing your talents and innovations to our inspiring mission.
childfund's commitment
childfund international has a zero-tolerance policy regarding sexual exploitation, abuse and harassment (seah) and all other forms of harm by its staff, partners, and other representatives in the delivery of its mission and services for children.
childfund is committed to creating a safe environment in the workplace as well as in the communities where it delivers programs and services.
childfund expects every staff member, partner, and representative to adhere to this commitment and to ensure all organizational policies and standards are followed.
this position is subject to a range of vetting checks, including a criminal records check and/or disclosure to ensure program participants are safeguarded.
about this role
the field project manager will oversee day-to-day implementation of the project at the field level.
reporting to the sr.
advisor, this role will ensure high-quality, timely delivery of project activities and effective coordination with partners, staff, and stakeholders.
required experience and education
qualifications/experience
a minimum of five years of experience as a manager directly implementing large complex projects, preferably in the field of human mobility
experience in grants administration/management of projects funded by foreign government aid agencies, and/or multilateral institutions
demonstrated ability to build and maintain working relationships with staff at multiple levels
working knowledge of budgeting and project management, monitoring and evaluation processes
proven ability to prioritize tasks and to initiate follow-through with meticulous attention to detail and high level of accuracy
excellent written and verbal communication skills, fluency in english and spanish
familiarity with the regional context of irregular migration, including extensive knowledge of child protection and violence prevention
education/certifications
bachelor's degree required, preferably in social science or related field; master's degree preferred
significant experience in successful proposal development
relevant work experience in migration issues and child protection in humanitarian context in mexico
relevant experience leading multidisciplinary teams
effective communicator and collaborator able to work with varied audiences
demonstrated ability to work independently and output oriented
proficient spanish and english language skills are required for this position
primary responsibilities
field implementation and coordination
manage day-to-day implementation of the project, ensuring program activities are executed effectively
coordinate with partners and staff to ensure timely and high-quality delivery of services
support multidisciplinary teams in the field, ensuring alignment with project work plans and donor commitments
program quality and compliance
ensure program activities adhere to global protection standards, including the inter-agency minimum standards for gbv in emergencies and child protection in humanitarian action
implement accountability for affected population (aap) tools and safeguard policies at the field level
monitoring and reporting
implement field-based monitoring and evaluation systems, ensuring regular data collection and analysis
contribute to the development of internal and external project reports, ensuring accurate and timely submissions to the sr.
advisor
capacity building and support
deliver training to field teams and partners on program interventions, including case management and mhpss
ensure continuous capacity building of local staff and partners to enhance service delivery
partnership management and stakeholder engagement
actively manage relationships with field-level partners and stakeholders, ensuring clear communication and collaboration at field level, including shelters, protection working groups, and others
participate in the identification of potential partners and contribute to the stakeholder analysis process
budget management and planning
support the sr.
advisor in budget planning and monitoring field-level expenditures
ensure the field team follows financial procedures and maintains budget accountability
representation and advocacy
represent childfund in local protection coordination and task force meetings, advocating for the program's objectives and priorities
act as the point of contact for field-level inquiries and coordination efforts
risk mitigation and problem solving
identify risks and obstacles to program delivery and develop solutions in collaboration with the sr.
advisor
ensure inclusive access to services across all intervention areas, focusing on marginalized and hard-to-reach populations
core competencies
teamwork: the ability to work effectively and collaborate with others; values and respects individual differences
communication: demonstrates empathy and tact when communicating with others and uses a storytelling approach when appropriate
results orientation: gets things done; takes proactive steps to achieve organizational goals and quality standards
decision making: uses good judgement, critical thinking, and non-traditional ways to evaluate problems and opportunities; reflects and innovates to improve decisions and outcomes
resilience: thrives and grows in rapidly changing, demanding, and complex environments
digital literacy: adopts and champions new technology to relevant contexts, stays aware of technological trends and embraces technological solutions to business challenges
other required competencies
strong verbal communication skills, with the ability to develop and deliver compelling presentations
effective and demonstrated change management skills, with the ability to proactively lead and champion innovation and organizational change
demonstrated leadership skills, with a commitment to fostering a culture of learning and collaboration among teams
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