Programmes Manager at LEAP Africa

• LEAP Africa is a non profit organization focused on  raising dynamic, innovative and principled leaders who will drive positive transformation in Africa. We provide relevant and tailored interventions that support effective youth transitions in the areas of education, entrepreneurship & employability, civic participation and social mobility for young Africans.
• We are on a strategic journey towards building a world-class institution that seeks to be an ecosystem builder, a thought leader and a development hub for young people. We are seeking to hire a Programme Manager to support the achievement of the organization's strategic goals of  LEAP Africa in 2025 and beyond!

CORE DUTIES AND RESPONSIBILITIES

• Report to and work closely with the Director of Programmes and the Programmes Committee in the planning and implementation of all LEAP’s programmes in line with the organization's vision and mission.
• Coordinate all programme design and conceptualisation activities, curriculum development and updates, and the creation of development-focused products and services for stakeholders.
• Support the development and implementation of comprehensive strategies for the Programmes Unit.
• Track and manage all programme deliverables in line with scope, budget and timelines, ensuring efficient and transparent use of funds and effective project management of all programmes.
• Serve as a trainer and facilitator in the delivery of LEAP’s training and other interventions, and also as a resource person for external speaking engagements both locally and internationally.
• Be responsible for preparing, managing and controlling all programme budgets as it relates to funders and the organization.
• Manage all activities of staff in the programmes unit, providing leadership and mentorship to programme staff, ensuring mutual familiarity with work plans and achievements of set objectives within project set timelines.
• Participate actively in the fundraising efforts of the organization for the implementation of LEAP programmes and activities. Developing high-quality viable proposals to donors that are responsive to requirements, contain an accurate budget, and are conceptually coherent.
• Cultivate and manage strategic relationships and partnerships with local and international partners.
• Organize and ensure the successful implementation of LEAP’s annual conferences and flagship programmes.
•  Effectively manage all LEAP Africa’s stakeholders and be the point of contact person.
• Accountable for facilitating and tracking the sustainability (alumni) of all LEAP Africa's programmes.
• Coordinate as well as develop system-level advocacy materials for programmes; create and contribute to  thought leadership materials such as articles, opinion pieces, and contributions to the organisation’s research products 
• Manage and oversee the brand of all LEAP Africa's programmes, actively promoting LEAP Africa'’s services and impact through various media.
• Support the fundraising efforts of the organization as it relates to the LEAP institute
• Perform other tasks as may be required to further LEAP Africa’s strategic objectives and as assigned by your supervisor.

The required candidate should possess the following:

• Minimum of a university degree; Masters degree in any field is an added advantage.
• 10 years of robust experience with a minimum of a university degree or 8 years of robust experience with a minimum of a Masters degree; experience in active engagement,  programme management or associated fields at a management level and at least, 5 years hands-on experience in youth leadership development,
• Experience in programme design and delivery, policy analysis and monitoring and evaluation.
• Think strategically with high creativity, conceptualisation and problem-solving skills.
• Demonstrated ability to coordinate multi-stakeholder projects and work in a team
• Possess very good interpersonal skills, negotiation skills, and sound judgment.
• Strong work ethic; Positive attitude, and willingness to travel locally and regionally.
• Proficient in the use of MS Office suite, Google Suite, data entry and analysis tools
• Excellent communication and speaking skills, both oral and written.
• Great presentation and stakeholder management skills.
• Performance-driven and mission-oriented.
• Self-driven and motivated.
• Aligned with LEAP Africa and partner organisations with youth leadership, activism and social change. 
• Entrepreneurial in nature and proactive.
• Looking to work in a fast-paced project and organisation.
• Aligned in thought and actions with LEAP‘s values ( ARIISE - Audacity, Respect, Integrity, Innovation, Synergy and Excellence).
• Key Competencies Required to succeed in this role: 
• Strong Program/Project Management Skills
• Personal and Organisational Leadership skills 
• Stakeholder Management Skills
• Strong organisational skills
• Budget Management Skills 
• Training Facilitation Skills 
• Coaching Skills 
• Impact Measurement Skills 
• Networking Skills