The Project Director will serve as the Chief Executive of the Federal Project Management Unit (FPMU) and will be responsible for providing strategic leadership, technical oversight, and operational management of IFRAP. The incumbent will ensure delivery of project objectives in accordance with the approved PC-I, Government policies, and World Bank financing agreements, with a strong focus on results, transparency, and impact.
Master’s or BS (04 years) degree in Project Management, Business Administration, Public Policy, International Relations, Rural/International Development, Political Science, Law, Development Management, Social/Management Sciences, or any relevant discipline. Degree must be from an HEC-recognized institution.
Minimum 15 years of professional experience at the international, national, or provincial level.
• Demonstrated experience in managing PSDP and/or foreign-funded projects, including effective monitoring, preparation, and execution of annual work plans, budgets, planning, administration, and procurement.
• Strong familiarity with project management, including expertise in negotiation and coordination with international financial institutions, federal and provincial governments and other non-government stakeholders.
Lead the planning, implementation, and monitoring of project/program activities in accordance with approved objectives, timelines, and budgets.
Coordinate with federal and provincial governments, development partners, public sector organizations, and other stakeholders for effective execution of project activities.
Assist in the preparation and implementation of annual work plans, operational plans, budgets, and performance frameworks.
Conduct policy analysis, research, and evidence-based assessments to support informed decision-making and program improvements.
Monitor project progress against approved targets, indicators, and milestones and recommend corrective actions where required.
Prepare periodic progress reports, policy briefs, presentations, concept notes, and other technical documentation for management and stakeholders.
Support financial planning, budget monitoring, and resource utilization to ensure value for money and compliance with applicable rules and regulations.
Facilitate meetings, workshops, consultations, and stakeholder engagement activities and ensure timely follow-up on decisions and action points.
Develop and maintain coordination mechanisms with relevant ministries, departments, development partners, academia, civil society organizations, and the private sector.
Support monitoring, evaluation, learning, and impact assessment activities to measure program outcomes and effectiveness.
Ensure compliance with government policies, project agreements, procurement procedures, and reporting requirements.
Contribute to knowledge management, documentation of best practices, and dissemination of project achievements and lessons learned.
Assist in risk identification, mitigation planning, and implementation of governance and accountability mechanisms.
Perform any other assignment related to project management, policy development, program implementation, and institutional strengthening as assigned by the competent authority.
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