Phillip Boterere
Addis Ababa
Summary
Dynamic Programme Manager with extensive experience at the International Organization for Migration, specializing in emergency response and grant management. Demonstrates strong abilities in logistics, supply chain, cluster coordination, strategic planning and cross-functional leadership, resulting in enhanced program efficiency and increased stakeholder engagement. Proven expertise in budget control and partnership development, consistently delivering impactful projects that surpass objectives.
Overview
19
19
years of professional experience
1
1
Certification
Work History
Programme Manager (Emergency and Post Crisis Grants)
International Organization for Migration
Addis Ababa
10.2024 - Current
- Directed the formulation and implementation of emergency partner grant strategies for IOM Rapid Response Fund in Ethiopia.
- Administer emergency grants to implement rapid response initiatives effectively.
- Facilitated access to emergency grants by engaging diverse forums and maintaining strong NGO networks.
- Supervise delivery processes for partner grants from multiple donors maintaining compliance with guidelines.
- Conduct timely reviews of all grant narratives and financial reports.
- Supported applicants in grant development and project implementation to meet program goals.
- Directed financial accountability within grant frameworks to meet operational requirements.
- Oversaw and managed programme database, ensuring comprehensive financial tracking.
- Collaborated consistently with financial, logistical, and procurement units to advance program objectives.
- Coordinated implementation of extensive information management system.
SNFI Cluster and Pipeline Coordinator
International Organization for Migration
Juba
01.2014 - 09.2024
- Oversaw operations of IOM managed Pipeline to meet Cluster requirements.
- Maintained financial oversight, ensuring projects complied with organizational and donor standards.
- Ensured adherence to best practices in warehouse management for reducing supply loss risks.
- Ensured donors, Clusters, and IOM management received updates on project activities.
- Ensured accurate archiving and distribution of important updates, detailed reports, project information appropriately.
- Crafted proposals, project reports, and situation assessments.
- Oversaw LTAs with Shelter/NFI and WASH suppliers, maintaining adherence to IOM standards.
- Monitored inventory trends to determine stock replenishment priorities.
- Managed item specifications and ensured adherence to quality control standards.
- Developed technical guidance notes for effective Shelter/NFI and WASH cluster pipeline management.
Grants Coordinator
International Organization for Migration
Harare
10.2010 - 04.2014
- Directed full-cycle management of partner grants funded by BHA, SIDA, SDC, CIDA, FCDO, EC, ECHO and CERF.
- Developed and reviewed sub-grant applications to ensure compliance and alignment with project goals.
- Tracked expenditures to ensure alignment with project budgets.
- Directed project procurement activities to ensure optimal cost efficiency.
- Operated and maintained grant-related management information system.
- Oversaw the MOU development and execution for Implementing Partners.
- Performed thorough compliance checks to confirm alignment with donor and IOM financial accounting standards by Implementing Partners.
- Acted as grants technical liaison for a wide range of sub-grantees.
- Delivered capacity-building programs on grant utilization and project implementation.
- Created comprehensive donor status reports.
Programme and Logistics Assistant
International Organization for Migration
Harare
08.2006 - 09.2010
- Directed Food Aid initiatives across 10 provinces nationwide.
- Oversaw financial operations to guarantee timely transporter payment, and filing of reimbursements from WFP.
- Directed logistical operations, providing guidance to warehouse staff in multiple regions.
- Streamlined dispatch plans for commodities to improve operational efficiency.
- Generated consistent reporting frameworks for both weekly and monthly intervals.
- Sourced and evaluated quotations to support strategic purchasing decisions.
- Supported transport officer in managing a fleet of over 30 vehicles, coordinating servicing schedules and mechanical repairs.
Logistics Commodity Tracking, Invoicing and Operations Assistant
United Nations World Food Programme
Zimbabwe
01.2006 - 12.2006
- Ensured correctness in submitted transportation documentation before initiating payment process.
- Processed invoices of Cooperating Partners for operational and transporter payments, ensuring guideline compliance.
- Monitored incoming and outgoing commodities to WFP and partner warehouses.
- Performed training needs evaluations for Cooperating Partners' teams.
- Conducted training sessions for warehouse personnel on effective management techniques.
Education
Professional Postgrad Course - Humanitarian Shelter Coordination
IFRC, UNHCR & Oxford Brooks University
01.2022
Professional Diploma Logistics and Transport Level 5 -
Chartered Institute of Logistics and Transport
01.2021
Master of Science - Project Management
University of Lusaka
Lusaka, Zambia01.2017
B.Sc. - Geography and Environmental Studies
Zimbabwe Open University
ZimbabweSkills
- Contract management
- Budget control
- Project management
- Clear communication
- Business development
- Staff training and development
- Partnership development
- Decision-making
- Emergency response
- Coaching and mentoring
- Team leadership
- Cross-functional teamwork
- Cross-functional team management
- Strategic planning
- Risk management
- Resource allocation
- Negotiation
- Time management
Affiliations
- Certified Logistics Professional (CPL), Chartered Institute of Logistics and Transport, Australia
- Affiliate of The Chartered Institute of Logistics and Transport UK-MILT
- Facilitator for Global Logistics Response Team and GearUp
Certification
- Certified Logistics Professional (CPL Australia)
- Certificate in Advanced Humanitarian Logistics-Logistics Cluster
- Certificate in Quality Control for Relief Items-ICRC and IOM
- Logistics Response Team (LRT) member, 19th Logistics Cluster Training, Neuhausen, Germany
- Cash Transfer Programming Level 1&2-Cash Learning Partnership (CALP)
- Executive Certificate in Community Development and Humanitarian Project Management-University of Zimbabwe
- Executive Certificate in Programme and Project Monitoring and Evaluation-University of Zimbabwe
- Certificate in Youth Football Coaching-Zimbabwe Football Association
- Internal Training in Rural Participatory Appraisal Approach-World Food Programme
References
On request
Languages
- English, highly proficient
- Shona, highly proficient
- Ndebele, basic
- Arabic, basic
- Swahili, basic
Accomplishments
- Received award for the best manager in national staff capacity building 2023
Languages
Shona
First Language
English
Proficient (C2)
C2
Arabic
Beginner
A1
French
Beginner
A1
Timeline
Programme Manager (Emergency and Post Crisis Grants)
International Organization for Migration
10.2024 - Current
SNFI Cluster and Pipeline Coordinator
International Organization for Migration
01.2014 - 09.2024
Grants Coordinator
International Organization for Migration
10.2010 - 04.2014
Programme and Logistics Assistant
International Organization for Migration
08.2006 - 09.2010
Logistics Commodity Tracking, Invoicing and Operations Assistant
United Nations World Food Programme
01.2006 - 12.2006
Professional Postgrad Course - Humanitarian Shelter Coordination
IFRC, UNHCR & Oxford Brooks University
Professional Diploma Logistics and Transport Level 5 -
Chartered Institute of Logistics and Transport
Master of Science - Project Management
University of Lusaka
B.Sc. - Geography and Environmental Studies
Zimbabwe Open University
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