Head of Project Implementation and Monitoring Division at ECOWAS Bank

Job Summary

• The Head of Project Implementation and Monitoring Division (Financed Projects) will oversee the execution and monitoring of projects financed by the institution.
• This role requires strategic planning, leadership, and coordination to ensure that funded projects are delivered on time, within budget, and to the highest quality standards.
• The ideal candidate will have robust project management expertise, a thorough understanding of development finance, and the ability to collaborate effectively with a variety of stakeholders.
• The position reports to the Head of the Risk Management Department.

Duties
Duty 1: Leadership and Strategy:

• Develop and implement strategic plans for the division to ensure effective project execution and monitoring.
• Lead, mentor, and manage the project implementation and monitoring teams to achieve high performance and professional growth.
• Ensure alignment of project activities with the institution's strategic goals and development objectives.

Duty 2: Project Planning and Management:

• Oversee the planning, execution, and monitoring of all development projects financed by the institution.
• Ensure projects are delivered on time, within budget, and to the required quality standards.
• Establish and maintain robust project management frameworks and methodologies.

Duty 3: Stakeholder Engagement:

• Build and maintain strong relationships with key stakeholders, including government agencies, donors, contractors, and community representatives.
• Facilitate effective communication and collaboration among project stakeholders to ensure successful project outcomes.
• Represent the institution in high-level meetings, forums, and negotiations related to project implementation and monitoring.

Duty 4: Monitoring, Evaluation, and Reporting:

• Develop and oversee the implementation of monitoring and evaluation (M&E) frameworks to track project performance and impact.
• Ensure timely and accurate reporting on project progress, challenges, and outcomes to senior management and external stakeholders.
• Use data and insights from M&E activities to inform decision-making and improve project effectiveness.

Duty 5: Risk Management and Compliance:

• Identify and manage risks associated with project implementation, ensuring timely mitigation measures are in place.
• Ensure compliance with institutional policies, donor requirements, and regulatory standards.
• Implement quality assurance processes to maintain high standards of project execution and accountability.

Duty 6: Financial Management:

• Oversee the financial management of projects, ensuring efficient use of resources and adherence to budgets. Monitor project expenditures and financial performance, providing regular updates to senior management.
• Ensure transparency and accountability in financial reporting and project audits.

Duty 7: Continuous Improvement:

• Promote and implement continuous improvement initiatives to enhance project implementation and monitoring processes for financed projects.
• Stay updated on industry trends, emerging practices, and technologies in project management and development finance.
• Introduce innovative approaches to improve the efficiency and effectiveness of financed project implementation.

Required Qualifications, Experience and Skills

• Master's degree in Project management, Development Studies, Finance, Business Administration, or a related field.
• A professional certification in project management (e.g., PMP, PRINCE2) is highly desirable.
• Minimum of 10 years of experience in project management, with at least 5 years in a leadership role within a development finance institution or a similar organization.
• Proven track record of successfully managing and delivering complex development projects, particularly those financed by financial institutions.
• Experience in managing multicultural environments.
• Basic level proficiency in a second language (English, French, or Portuguese will be an added advantage).

Other Requirements:

• Be a national of one of the ECOWAS Member States;
• Have sound knowledge of computer tools (Word, Excel, Access and Power Point);
• Fluent in French and/or English and/or Portuguese, and proficient in one of the other two languages.

Salary Grade
Grade P5.