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Command of more languages, would be considered an asset.\nLocation\nRemote\nBackground\nThe Global Initiative Against Transnational Organized Crime (GI-TOC) is an independent civil society organization headquartered in Geneva, Switzerland, with a globally dispersed Secretariat working across 43 countries. Founded in 2013, GI-TOC brings together a global network of more than 810 independent experts and a team of over 150 staff dedicated to understanding and responding to organized crime. Through research, analysis, policy engagement and support to civil society actors, GI-TOC works to deepen understanding of organized crime and strengthen effective, rights-based responses.\nThe GI-TOC works to:\nIdentify, analyse and mapcriminal trends and patterns of regional instability, and their impact on illicit flows, governance, development, security, conflict and the rule of law.\nConnect and supportcivil society actors working on organized crime and corruption, and on their links to instability and conflict.\nStrengthen local monitoring and analysisof national, regional and international organized crime and insecurity trends.\nJob Summary\nThe GI-TOC is looking for a Programme Manager for the North Africa and Sahel Observatory. Programme Managers work as part of multi-functional teams to support the delivery of GI-TOC activities in an effective and efficient way, in line with established policies, guidelines and norms. The Programme Manager will work under the direction of, and in close coordination with, the Director of the North Africa and Sahel Observatory, the grant management team and other finance and core support teams.\nMain Responsibilities and Specific Tasks\nWork closely with the Director of the North Africa and Sahel Observatory to ensure smooth management of projects, whilst demonstrating independence, initiative and accountability in planning, implementing and tracking the work of the North Africa and Sahel Observatory team.\nProvide support in managing the implementation of projects under responsibility in a timely, efficient and effective way.\nA core function will be help manage project budgets and financial forecasts to ensure appropriate resource allocation.\nEnsure timely and accurate management of invoices and payments to suppliers and consultants.\nEnsure procurement documentation is completed as per GI-TOC policies and procedures.\nCoordinate and get input from the North Africa and Sahel team for the narrative reporting of projects.\nArrange project meetings and events - virtual and in-person.\nSupport and arrange travel for staff, consultants and external contributors ensuring respecting the GI-TOC travel policy. \nLiaise between team members and grant liaisons to ensure effective and efficient delivery of project activities in line with the procedures and audit requirements of the funders and GI-TOC.\nSupport efforts to ensure the sustainability of the project team through identifying and evaluating new funding opportunities, supporting the preparation of new project proposals and concept notes, and making every effort to ensure the extension and renewal of existing funding.\nSupport other GI-TOC initiatives and projects, including support for major conferences, events and other engagements as required.\nSupport training of new team members in basic functional processes and reporting tools.\nSpecific Initiatives\nThe Programme Manager will work as part of the North Africa and Sahel Observatory, and under the direction of, and in close coordination with, the Director of the Observatory, to manage the projects that support the Observatory.\nRequired Skills and Experience\nThe successful candidate will be able to demonstrate the following experience and skills:\nA degree in business administration/project management preferred\n5+ years of professional experience in administration or project management\nAdvanced budget management and financial forecasting skills\nFluent in English\nProficiency in using the latest Microsoft software, especially MS Excel and MS Word\nGood communication skills and a team player\nAccuracy and attention to detail\nStrong organizational skills with a problem-solving attitude\nProactive and able to think ahead\nMotivated and enthusiastic to work in a fast-paced environment\nFinancial management skills and experience.\nGI-TOC operates a flexible working environment and encourages staff to achieve a suitable work-life balance and supports professional development and learning.\nOnly short-listed candidates will be contacted.\nThe Global Initiatives makes use of BambooHR's ATS system to receive and review your application. 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