Program Manager

MAIN DUTIES AND RESPONSIBILITIES

Program planning, implementation, monitoring and evaluation

1. Ensure quality design of project interventions and their timely implementation;
2. Provide leadership in producing operational plans;
3. Ensure appropriate monitoring, evaluation, accountability and learning; and
4. Provide oversight in logistical arrangements for projects.

Networking, resource mobilization and advocacy

1. Develop and manage partnerships with relevant stakeholders;
2. Coordinate with the ED to plan and execute resource mobilization initiatives;
3. Provide leadership in proposal development; and
4. Coordinate with the ED to plan and promote advocacy initiatives.

Budget management, financial accountability and risk management

1. Ensure cost effective use of resources;
2. Provide leadership in departmental budget preparation, implementation, review and reporting, with ability to take appropriate measures to manage deviations;
3. Ensure departmental audit recommendations are addressed timely and adequately; and
4. Provide leadership in risk identification and mitigation within the department, ensuring adherence to policies and procedures.

People management and development

1. Ensure appropriate recruitment, orientation and deployment of staff within the department;
2. Ensure appropriate implementation of staff performance and development system within the department; and
3. Handle grievance and disciplinary matters in accordance with established policies and procedures.

REQUIRED QUALIFICATIONS AND EXPERIENCE

1. Master’s degree in International Development, Development Studies, Strategic Management, Education, Project Management, Public Administration, Business Administration or similar qualifications;
2. Minimum of 5 years’ experience at management level in an NGO with demonstrated experience managing donor funded grant projects and undertaking the duties and responsibilities noted above;
3. Clean driver’s license;
4. Proficient in Microsoft Office.