Deputy Director - Programs
Deputy Director - Programs
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08-03-2025
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Job Description
Key Responsibilities
Strategic Leadership and Planning
- Lead the development and implementation of multiyear program strategies ensuring alignment with organizational goals and evolving urban development challenges.
- Collaborate with the Executive Director and senior management to establish priorities and influence policy directions.
- Foster innovation and integrate emerging trends into program design and delivery.
Program Management and Oversight
- Supervise and guide program leads to ensure timely and impactful delivery of projects.
- Oversee the planning implementation and monitoring of programs ensuring adherence to timelines budgets and quality standards.
- Ensure programs are equipped with robust Monitoring Evaluation Accountability and Learning (MEAL) frameworks to track performance impact and sustainability.
Stakeholder Engagement and Advocacy
- Serve as a strategic liaison with donors government agencies international organizations and communitybased groups.
- Represent the organization at national and global platforms advocating for urban poverty reduction and sustainable development.
- Cultivate partnerships and mobilize resources to support program initiatives.
Team Leadership and Development
- Lead mentor and develop program teams fostering a collaborative and highperforming work environment.
- Conduct regular performance evaluations and support team members in setting and achieving professional development goals.
- Promote crossdepartmental collaboration to enhance program integration and impact.
Financial Oversight and Resource Mobilization
- Oversee program budgets and ensure the optimal allocation of resources.
- Monitor expenditures address variances and ensure financial accountability.
- Secure and manage largescale funding from donors ensuring compliance with their requirements.
Risk Management and Compliance
- Anticipate and mitigate risks related to program implementation and resource utilization.
- Ensure adherence to organizational policies legal standards and regulatory frameworks.
- Conduct periodic audits to uphold program integrity and compliance.
Operational Oversight
- Oversee the daytoday operations of program activities ensuring alignment with organizational standards and objectives.
- Establish effective communication channels within the program team and across departments to enhance coordination.
Qualifications :
Qualifications and Experience
- Masters degree in Social Sciences Development Studies Project Management or a related field.
- A minimum of 810 years of senior leadership experience in program management preferably in nonprofit or urban development contexts.
- Proven expertise in community mobilization urban poverty reduction and sustainable development.
- Strong experience in financial management budgeting and donor compliance.
- Demonstrated success in developing and implementing MEAL frameworks.
Skills and Competencies
- Exceptional leadership and project management skills with the ability to oversee multiple complex projects simultaneously.
- Strong analytical and problemsolving abilities with keen attention to detail.
- Excellent communication and interpersonal skills for engaging diverse stakeholders.
- Proficiency in MS Office and project management tools (e.g. MS Project Asana).
- Ability to work independently and collaboratively demonstrating adaptability and resilience.
Remote Work :
No
Employment Type :
Fulltime
Employment Type
Full-time
Key Skills
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