Job Title: Project Manager - Somalia Stability Fund (SSF) Governance and Peacebuilding Project.
Duty station: Garowe or Galkayo
About CARE
CARE works around the globe to save lives, defeat poverty and achieve social justice. We seek a world of hope, inclusion and social justice, where poverty has been overcome, and all people live with dignity and security, with a specific focus on the empowerment of women and girls. CAREâs Vision 2030 strategy includes six broad impact areas, with specific impact targets and metrics aligned with the Sustainable Development Goals. CARE anticipates that its impact will increasingly be achieved at the systems level as part of its quest for sustainable impact at scale, achieved through local leadership in partnership with governments, the private sector and civil society actors
Job Summary
The Project Manager is responsible for the leadership, coordination, and overall management of SSF Governance and Peacebuilding initiatives which will be implemented in Puntland and Galmudug under the Climate Justice, Food, Water and Nutrition Pillar. The position is to ensure effective project planning, implementation, monitoring, staff supervision, reporting, financial oversight, and consortium engagement.
The Team Leader will guide project teams to ensure activities are aligned with program objectives, strengthen governance and conflict management systems, and lead engagement with stakeholders, including government counterparts, civil society, communities, and donors. The role promotes inclusive governance, peacebuilding, and community resilience, with a strong focus on womenâs leadership and participation in both Puntland and Galmudug states.
Responsibilities
R1. Project Leadership and Management
- Oversee day-to-day management and coordination of SSF Governance and Peacebuilding project activities.
- Lead the development and execution of project work plans, budgets, implementation strategies, and SSF monitoring frameworks.
- Ensure project activities are aligned with donor requirements, CARE standards, and approved proposal.
- Identify implementation gaps and lead corrective actions in collaboration with staff and partners.
- Supervise project staff, providing guidance, coaching, and performance management.
- Lead regular project review meetings, track progress, and ensure timely reporting.
- Ensure quality assurance in project design, implementation, documentation, and learning.
R2. Financial and Grants Management
- Serve as project budget holder, ensuring effective planning, monitoring, and control of financial resources.
- Ensure partner financial reports are accurate, compliant, and timely.
- Coordinate financial disbursements to partners and sub-grantees in line with contractual requirements and policies.
- Ensure audit recommendations, compliance measures, and risk mitigation actions are implemented.
- Review financial reports and ensure proper allocation, documentation, and accountability.
R3. Coordination, Networking, and Partnerships
- Represent the project in coordination forums, stakeholder meetings, and relevant sectoral platforms.
- Build and maintain strong relationships with government institutions, consortium partners, civil society, and communities.
- Facilitate collaboration between local, district, regional, and national governance structures.
- Ensure strong communication flow between project teams, support functions, and external stakeholders.
- Ensure proper documentation, record keeping, and knowledge sharing across partners.
Key Qualifications
- Masterâs degree in governance, Peacebuilding, Public Policy, Law, International Relations, Development Studies, or a closely related field. A postgraduate/advanced degree is desirable; equivalent experience may be considered.
- Minimum of 8 years of progressive experience in governance, peacebuilding, rule of law, social cohesion, or related programming.
- At least 6 yearsâ experience in managing governance or peacebuilding projects, including a minimum of 4 years in management capacity, team leadership, or project management roles.
- Demonstrated experience in conflict resolution, local governance strengthening, institutional capacity building, community stabilization, or legal/institutional reforms.
- Strong understanding of Somaliaâs governance systems, clan dynamics, conflict drivers, and political economy.
- Prior experience working with or alongside the Somalia Stability Fund (SSF) or similar stabilization and governance mechanisms is preferred.
- Experience leading teams, mentoring staff, and fostering a collaborative work environment.
- Excellent interpersonal and crossâcultural communication skills.
- Ability to operate independently and effectively in politically sensitive, fragile, or insecure environments.
- Strong verbal and written communication skills in English; knowledge of Somali is an asset.
Decision-Making Authority
- Holds delegated authority over project budget management and operational decision-making within approved guidelines.
- Responsible for strategic and operational decisions related to project implementation, performance, and compliance.
- Ensures policies, procedures, and donor requirements are consistently followed.
Key Internal and External Relationships
- Internal: CJFW&N Pillar Coordinator, Program Quality Unit, Finance, MEAL, field teams, CARE senior leadership.
- External: Government authorities, local and international partners, donors, community leaders, civil society organizations.
Working Conditions
- Based in Garowe or Galkayo with frequent travel to Puntland and Galmudug project sites.
- Occasionally travel to Mogadishu and Nairobi for coordination, training, or representation.