Project Operations Manager For Program Priority 1

Role Overview
The Project Operations Manager for Programme Priority 2 (POMPP2) is responsible for development and implementation of programmes/projects in the areas of gender responsive public services with focus on education and health.
As the budget holder for assigned Local Rights Programmes (LRPs) and/or national partner's program/project, the POMPP2 has delegated authority to review and approve programme plans, budgets, fund requests, and financial and narrative reports, ensuring compliance with approved frameworks, donor requirements, and organizational policies. Additional authorities and decision-making powers are defined in the Delegation of Authority Framework (DAF).
[I] Programme and project management
• Lead the planning, coordination, and implementation of assigned programmes and projects under Programme Priority 2 (PP2), ensuring alignment with ActionAid Vietnam's Country Strategy and donor commitments.
• Manage project cycles from design to completion, including activity planning, budgeting, implementing, monitoring, learning and reporting.
• Provide technical guidance on gender responsive public services with focus on education and health.
• Ensure integration of gender equality, human-rights-based approach (HRBA), and gender responsiveness principles across all project activities.
• Facilitate coordination between Local Rights Programmes (LRPs), national partners, and relevant departments to ensure effective delivery and synergy of interventions.
• Supervise and mentor LRP staffs and partners to strengthen their operational capacity and ensure adherence to organizational standards.
[II] Financial oversight and compliance
• Act as budget holder for assigned LRPs and projects, ensuring effective financial management and accountability.
• Review and endorse project budgets, fund requests, procurement plans, and financial reports in line with approved work plans and funding agreements.
• Monitor budget utilization, identify variances, and ensure corrective actions are taken promptly.
• Ensure compliance with donor requirements, ActionAid's financial policies, and relevant national regulations.
• Support internal and external audits by providing timely and accurate documentation and follow-up on audit recommendations.
[III] Partnership and capacity strengthening
• Build and maintain effective partnerships with LRPs, government agencies, civil society organizations, and community groups to ensure quality programme delivery.
• Provide technical and managerial support to partners in project planning, implementation, and reporting.
• Facilitate capacity-building initiatives for partners and local stakeholders in areas such as HRBA, women's rights, gender responsive public services.
• Promote participatory approaches and ensure that community voices, particularly those of women and marginalized groups, are reflected in programme planning and decision-making.
[IV] Monitoring, evaluation, and learning
• Oversee monitoring of project progress and ensure regular data collection against agreed indicators.
• Conduct field visits to assess implementation quality, compliance, and community feedback.
• Consolidate reports from LRPs and partners into coherent programme updates and donor reports.
• Document lessons learned, best practices, and success stories to inform future programming and advocacy.
• Ensure evidence-based decision-making and continuous programme improvement.
[V] Fundraising and resource mobilization
• Contribute to identifying new funding opportunities relevant to Programme Priority 2 themes.
• Design and development of concept notes, proposals, and budgets for donor submission.
• Provide technical inputs to ensure proposals reflect contextual relevance, sustainability, and community-based approaches.
• Maintain regular communication with donors, partners, and networks to strengthen collaboration and visibility of ActionAid's work.
[VI] Other duties
• Perform other tasks assigned by the Line Manager.