Pandemic-Ready Project Manager (Home-Based)

Fao; Kansas; Hybrid; USD 60,000 - 80,000; Part time

Job summary

FAO is seeking a Local Project Management Specialist to support the Kosovo component of the MAKE-READY Pandemic Fund project. The role will coordinate project activities, monitor progress, and report against workplans, with emphasis on budget, milestones, and donor requirements.

The position is home-based for up to 6 months with possible extension, requiring English and Albanian language skills and regional coordination.

Qualifications

• University degree in a field related to FAO mandate.
• At least five years of project management/coordination experience.
• Working knowledge of English and Albanian.

Responsibilities

• Coordinate project activities and ensure alignment with the workplan.
• Monitor progress, milestones and indicators; report accordingly.
• Maintain liaison with partners, FAO offices and stakeholders.
• Support budget, contracts and donor requirements as needed.
• Organize regular project coordination meetings and field visits when required.
• Prepare donor narratives and progress reports on time.

Skills

Project coordination

Stakeholder management

Monitoring & reporting

English language

Albanian language

Education

Bachelor's degree or higher in a related field

Job description

FAO is seeking a Local Project Management Specialist to support the Kosovo component of the MAKE-READY Pandemic Fund project. The role will coordinate project activities, monitor progress, and report against workplans, with emphasis on budget, milestones, and donor requirements.

The position is home-based for up to 6 months with possible extension, requiring English and Albanian language skills and regional coordination.