Reference No. KMFDS03

Job Description:

A youth focused non-profit organization is seeking a program manager with the main mandate being to coordinate the implementation of their Ivory Coast Programs, train teachers and volunteers, maintain a database of beneficiaries and alumni, and support the Executive Director with fundraising and donor management.

Responsibilities:

• Responsible for the development and implementation of strategies related to core and new programs, as well as the management of volunteers and schools within the organizations Cote d’Ivoire network
• Develop new programs and initiatives with partners as needed to achieve Board-mandated goals
• Work with Executive Director to define and implement fundraising strategies for all programs
• Monitor financial, administrative and human resource implications of implementation of programs
• Responsible for preparing a detailed budget for each program and tracking adherence to budget for all programs
• Responsible for preparing progress reports on programs and budget for donors and the organization
• Develop and implement a framework for monitoring, documenting and communicating impact of programs on students and alumni to donors, Board Members and all other stakeholders including government and press
• Implement high-quality project management standards and tools for all programs
• Identify risks/issues to high-quality implementation of programs, resolve or escalate to Executive Director
• Drive the development of stronger relationships with all stakeholders involved in programs, including government
• Assist Executive Director and Board with expanding the organizations Cote d’Ivoire operations
• Identifies new potential partners that would help further the organizations work
• Keeps updated on what other organizational Nations are doing, so as to identify potential collaboration opportunities
• Identify new local and international donors or funding opportunities
• Write proposals and Concept Notes for funding programs and new program development
• Assist the Executive Director with fundraising efforts and activities
• Keeps a financial record on spending for each individual donor
• Ensures that financial and narrative reports to donors are submitted on time
• Responsible for writing newsletters and Annual Reports
• Responsible for website and all social media pages
• Responsible for all marketing and communications activities until a Marketing Officer is hired
• Be available for implementation of programs both locally and regionally
• Conduct Monitoring and Evaluation of programs and ensure data are properly entered and analyzed
• Provide and receive feedback to and from volunteers and teachers through formal assessment forms
• Collaborate with all members of staff to ensure that all events are properly planned and executed
• Recruit, train and manage junior team members
• Be available for further professional training when opportunities arise locally and overseas
• Looks for opportunities to improve the organizations Programs

Requirements: Qualification and Skills

• Bachelor’s Degree required
• Master’s degree or Project Management certification preferred
• A minimum of 5 years of work experience, with at least two in management roles within social sector, youth development or project management
• Experience in stakeholder engagement and management
• Bilingual – Fluent in both French and English
• Time management skills and ability to deliver under pressure
• People management skills
• Financial management and budgeting skills
• Ability to develop and maintain strong collaborations and partnerships
• Proposal writing and resource mobilization skills
• Should be an effective communicator
• Demonstrable leadership and team management skills
• Should possess excellent execution skills

If you wish to apply for the position, please send your CV to Kyle Magnussen at kmagnussen@caglobalint.com

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Kyle Magnussen

Recruitment Consultant

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