The proposed action, “Inclusive specialized services for vulnerable persons, including persons with disabilities,” aims to improve access to functional rehabilitation and MHPSS services and promote the inclusion of persons with disabilities in humanitarian response through specialized and tailored functional rehabilitation, mental health, and psychosocial and referral services. Among other needs identified, this action will also specifically address gaps in accessing immediate needs of assistive products, including prostheses and orthoses, to persons in need, including persons with disabilities, injuries, impairments, older persons, children, and women.

HI India seeks applications from qualified candidates for the following position.

PROJECT MANAGER (TECHNICAL)–1 position

Terms & Conditions: Fixed Term (Renewable contract subject to finding situation)

Location: Mizoram (Siaha/Champhai)

Key Responsibilities:

Oversee the effective implementation of the project in line with the contract, logical framework, and budget while ensuring compliance with funding body regulations and HI’s global and regional technical standards.
Steer the intervention strategy, recommending adjustments as needed, and ensure that activities and resources are well-planned and executed accordingly.
Provide technical guidance and support to project partners and team members, ensuring adherence to quality standards in the physical and functional rehabilitation sector.
Supervise implementation activities, monitor quality standards, and engage with regional specialists to maintain compliance with global norms.
Adapt project documentation as required and contribute to technical learning by analyzing lessons learned and good practices.
Monitor project progress by tracking activity indicators and expected outcomes, conducting regular checks on data accuracy, and ensuring alignment with HI’s MEAL/IM frameworks and institutional policies.
Support reporting efforts by collecting and analyzing technical data in collaboration with partners and MEAL/IM personnel, while also participating in broader issue analysis.
Contribute to knowledge management by collecting essential elements for scientific documentation, leading capitalization efforts, and supporting technical learning initiatives.
Facilitate continuous improvement by ensuring project activities align with evolving best practices and sectoral advancements.
Qualification and Skills Required:

Degree in Physiotherapy
A minimum of 5 years of progressive experience in Humanitarian/Development project management.
Proven ability to work creatively and effectively with local NGOs/INGOs, CSOs, government, donors, and private sector agencies.
Demonstrated team leadership, managerial, administrative, and supervisory skills.
A strong background in project planning and organizational development.
Outstanding networking, advocacy, and partnership-building skills.
Well-versed in MS Office (must be in Excel and PowerPoint) and ICT & web-based management systems
Team player
Technical skill and expertise in the development of policy guidelines
Expertise in advocacy and influencing on disability issues.
Ability to work independently and multitask in a fast-paced environment.
Fluency in English and Hindi. Knowledge of Mizo languages is an advantage.

Send a motivation letter mentioning the position applied for and the expected salary and an updated CV including 3 referees with contact numbers and e-mail addresses