Development Aid Director of Programs Jobs in Kenya
DRS is looking for a Director of Programs for a non-profit humanitarian aid organization for its Somalia program based in Nairobi/Somalia. The position will lead the program and grants unit with strategic programming and planning leadership, ensuring program quality, promoting strategic growth, and strong external and internal representation and advocacy.
S/he must be able to motivate and lead a diverse staff, effectively manage programs, partnerships, and budgets, and develop new program areas for the organization.
S/he will play a central role in contributing to the work of the organization at a challenging and exciting time. S/he is a key member of the country’s senior management team. S/he will be responsible for developing the country’s program and coordinating the implementation of the country’s strategic plan. S/he will enhance the programming and managerial skills of key staff.
Main Responsibilities:
Provide Overall Management And Supervision
Program quality – Lead process with staff and partners to identify and secure funding for viable humanitarian and development programs.
Staff management – Provide proper supervision and management for all direct reports and lead the establishment and functioning of a strong, effective, and coordinated Program team.
Program management – Ensure that programs and projects are implemented to achieve the program/project goals, align with policies and procedures, and demonstrate sound resource management.
Program strategy – Facilitate the preparation and implementation of the overall Program Strategy in line with the Strategic Plan, national development plans, Vision and programming principles, and current programming priorities.
Strategic Planning
Contribute to the implementation of the organization’s Strategic Plan through committed investment in the achievement of the plan objectives, regular review of plans, and discussions with the team
Led the country program in strategic program development by undertaking regular multi-sector assessments and designing innovative approaches to respond to the population’s needs in Somalia.
To ensure alignment with strategic priorities and provide technical leadership and strategic assistance to program staff designing, implementing, and monitoring program activities.
Ensure the best practices and standards are applied and facilitate robust learning for evidence-based health and nutrition programming.
Technical Leadership and Assistance
Provide technical guidance and solutions to the organization’s country programs designing, implementing, and monitoring-related programming; this shall include, but not be limited to, the following responsibilities:
Ensure the overall project implementation of the work plan activities, including M&E activities, reporting meetings (Cluster Meetings, other existing coordination structure, and any other ad-hoc meetings), and sometimes visits project areas and facilities,
Share guidance in using relevant agency policies and frameworks in developing country-level programs and project proposals, especially the Integral Human Development framework, for all programs.
Liaise with all FSL, Protection, nutrition, health, and WASH programs to Program Impact and Quality Assurance (PIQA) to share Program Coordinator and Project Managers through virtual and in-person meetings to ensure high-impact programming.
Support the Executive Director in developing and managing relationships with country donors.
Monitor and advise on program and project spending and variance reports per organizational process and procedures.
Manage the expenditure and disbursement of resources allocated to the program department.
Support Profile and Opportunity Grant Tracking System (OGTS).
Project Development
In charge of strategy implementation, this position will coordinate with technical staff and identify viable, active, and potential donors and partners to expand the funding pool.
In coordination with the Executive Director and the Program team, ensure the development of new program opportunities in line with the organization’s Mission Statement and Strategic Plan.
Develop advocacy mechanisms and identify networks for coalition building. Provide leadership in new program/proposal development planning.
Participate in analyzing growth opportunities to ensure strategic alignment and capacity to implement excellent programs.
Advise on aligning teaming modalities, project strategies, and identity guidance on integrated programs, recourse mobilization, and funding opportunities.
Be familiar with and advise on integrating relevant donor strategies and other potential donors interested and their technical approaches.
Mentoring and Capacity Building
Mentor staff from across the region working in programs, including facilitating a community of practice exchanges; advising on staff development plans and other required staff; supporting onboarding; and identifying, organizing, and promoting relevant training.
Contribute to knowledge management in the app programs. This may include, but is not limited to, documentation, engaging in communities of practice to share and disseminate lessons learned, and promising and evidence-based practices.
Developing learning and training strategies, conducting training and workshops, and mentoring and coaching.
Finance/ Grant Management
Directly work with the Grants unit to establish and maintain donor compliance and relations.
Work with the program managers and the finance department to track monthly project expenditures against the program budget.
Recommend grant and budget revisions in consultation with the Technical/Field Staff.
Assist in budget development with the field teams and program coordinators in consultation with finance and operations departments.
Coordinate and review all program donor reports and new project proposals in collaboration with the program department, technical coordinators, operations, and finance departments; ensure completeness and timely submission.
Operations
Encourage constructive and productive communication between the program and operations staff to guarantee timely service.
Ensure program compliance with internal control procedures
Work with operations to ensure new initiatives are implemented and lessons learned are shared.
Facilitate the conceptual, managerial, organizational, and technical capacities of staff to effectively contribute to the achievements of the program objectives and develop within the organization.
Qualifications:
Master’s degree in development-related field.
Post-graduate or degree in Program Management on Humanitarian, Recovery, and Resilience.
Proven senior management experience in complex contexts, including humanitarian and development programs.
10 years of experience and at least five years of work experience managing community-based projects in developing countries.
Understanding of technical and functional areas and ability to support, coordinate, and manage them.
Excellent proven leadership skills in complex situations with diverse teams, and able to design and deliver a successful Country Office Strategic plan.
Excellent verbal and written communication skills; facilitation and report writing skills.
Demonstrated technical and managerial ability, sound judgment, ability to interact and work effectively, and represent the organization at all levels.
Direct experience in building the capacity of national NGOs and working with local partners, including a clear understanding of NGO capacity building.
Experience working with and coordinating with donors, including EU, ECHO, foundation donors, UN, DFID, OFDA, etc., and knowledge of specific donor guidelines and priorities.
Firm belief and proven ability to foster thriving, inclusive teamwork and gender equality, transparent and participatory management.
Extensive and proven ability to understand and manage budgets.
Fluency in verbal and written English; Good communication and facilitation skills.
Excellent budgeting and management reporting skills and experience.
Excellent and proven fundraising, development, and resource management, including donor management and representation.
Given the current context in Somalia, the job requires a strong background and extensive experience in recovery, Resilience, and Emergency humanitarian programs as required.
How to Apply
Please provide an application including the following:
Updated CV in English;
Your financial expectations in USD gross per month.
The applications in English should be submitted to [email protected] under the title DRS 11607 Director of Programs.
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