Project Manager

Position: Project Manager

Overall Purpose of the Job:

Project Manager is responsible for project oversight, project cycle management, technical guidance, monitoring/supervision, and developing/maintaining responsive engagement with provincial and municipal governments and internal/external stakeholders in Madhesh Province. The role ensures quality planning, implementation, monitoring, and reporting to the Programs Manager.

Key Task and Responsibilities:

Provide Project Level Leadership:

• Demonstrate strong leadership and team management skills.
• Ensure effective coordination, collaboration, and communication among stakeholders.
• Translate strategic goals into actionable project plans.
• Apply sound decision-making and problem-solving in dynamic environments.
• Strengthen staff capacity through learning and use of national and WHO tools.
• Ensure implementation of TLMN core policies, including safeguarding.

Project Implementation:

• Provide managerial and capacity-building support for project implementation.
• Align project activities with national leprosy and TLMN strategies.
• Represent the project in provincial and municipal coordination forums.
• Provide technical oversight for work plans, budgets, and M&E plans.
• Monitor grant financial management and project delivery.
• Review progress updates and financial reports.
• Coordinate and supervise technical capacity building for staff and partners.
• Support annual staff training plans in collaboration with HR.

Monitoring, Evaluation & Learning:

• Act as data custodian and maintain project data systems.
• Establish systems for monitoring and continuous improvement.
• Report project progress monthly, semiannually, and annually.
• Ensure effective coordination with partners.
• Ensure complaint handling and feedback mechanisms function properly.
• Coordinate regularly with TLM Nepal offices.

Accountability:

• Demonstrate accountability in decision-making and resource management.
• Hold teams and partners accountable for performance and results.
• Perform additional duties as assigned by the Line Manager.
• TLM Nepal has a zero-tolerance policy toward abuse, neglect, and exploitation. The post holder must comply with all organizational safeguarding policies and codes of conduct.

Person Specification:

• MBBS with Master’s in Public Health or related discipline and minimum 5 years’ experience.
• At least 3 years’ experience in leprosy and/or LF programs.
• Strong understanding of country-led health strategies.
• Experience across health, disability, and education sectors preferred.
• Established professional relationships with key sector stakeholders.
• Strong coordination skills with government, donors, and partners.
• Ability to lead and influence across multiple teams and levels.

Application ends January 17, 2026