Water for Life Initiative Project Manager

About the role

Global Aid Network Canada (GAiN) is a worldwide humanitarian relief and development organization whose mission is to relieve suffering, restore dignity and reveal hope to people in difficult situations in developing countries. Its Power to Change ministry works alongside clean water aid and sustainable development to help people know Jesus. The Water for Life Initiative Project Manager leads all projects in this area, covering design, tracking, budgeting, reporting, communication and logistics, and acts as the key liaison for project stakeholders. The position is full time, commissioned and remote.

Key responsibilities

• Lead projects from implementation to completion, keeping them on time and within budget, and report regularly on status and outcomes to stakeholders.
• Handle project details such as tracking, budgeting, report writing, communication and logistics, and conduct field visits as needed.
• Assist with proposal development and grant applications, and maintain best practices in project design.
• Build a partnership team that provides financial and prayer support; the funding covers the candidate's salary and ministry expenses.
• Take part in weekly chapel services, the bi-annual International Day of Prayer, staff and team meetings, and support other GAiN teams as required.

Required profile

• Bachelor's degree and 1-2 years of relevant work experience.
• A deep, growing relationship with Jesus Christ and a desire to see people's lives transformed.
• Excellent written and verbal communication skills, organized and a good steward of time.
• Team player who can also work independently, eager to learn and strive for excellence.

What we offer

• Extended health and dental benefits and a Health Care Spending Account (25+ hours per week).
• Group RRSP contribution options with up to 3.5% matching after 1 year.
• Paid vacation, an extra week from Christmas to New Year, and free registration for FamilyLife Weekend Getaway.
• Weekly chapel services, discounts at the Resource Centre, and training and coaching in Ministry Partner Development.