Program Manager at LOPTERRA

Job Overview

• We require a Programs Manager who will primarily be responsible for driving and improving the organisation's programmatic direction.

Job Responsibilities

• Develop program strategy including delivery approaches and model
• Ensure program quality and learning
• Provide overall leadership to the Programs Unit.
• Influence funding priorities by sharing new learnings from ongoing programs
• Ensure program quality assurance and conduct periodic program audits
• Identify partners and strengthen partner relationships
• Establish/strengthen reporting mechanisms to ensure timeliness in reporting.
• Perform other duties as may be assigned.

Required Skills & Qualifications

• Candidate must have a Bachelor's Degree in social work, gender, public health or another related field. A postgraduate degree in any related field is desirable and will be an added advantage.
• Minimum of three (3) years’ experience in program design and implementation.
• Conceptual abilities, strategic thinking and analytical writing skills.
• Organising skills and capacity to multitask in a fast-paced environment.
• Familiarity with the International and National legal framework on gender equality and women’s rights.
• Experience in designing and implementing gender-transformative approaches
• Experience in developing gender and GBV program strategies and models
• Proven skills in grant proposal writing, research and data management.