Program Manager

Client of Kalamntina

Responsibilities:

• Lead the planning, development, implementation, and completion of multiple projects or programs, ensuring they are delivered on time, within budget, and meet quality standards.
• Develop project concepts, proposals, log frames, budgets, and timelines.
• Identify, engage, and onboard partners; support partner assessments and capacity-building activities.
• Coordinate with partners on activities, timelines, and project progress; provide guidance on implementation issues.
• Monitor project budgets, manage deviations, and coordinate activity or budget adjustments.
• Conduct monitoring visits and evaluations, document findings, and follow up on agreed actions.
• Maintain project data in management systems, ensuring timely reporting, forecasting, and documentation.
• Manage risk by identifying potential issues and implementing mitigation plans.
• Ensure compliance with organizational and donor requirements, including reporting and audits.
• Collaborate with internal and external stakeholders to achieve project objectives.
• Line manage project staff and provide leadership, mentorship, and support as needed.
• Represent the organization externally when delegated.
• Travel nationally to projects or partner sites as required.

Qualifications:

• Bachelor s or Master s degree in Project Management, International Development, or a related field.
• At least 7 10 years of experience in project or program management within the NGO/INGO sector or equivalent.
• Strong project and program management skills, including planning, execution, monitoring, and evaluation.
• Familiarity with project management tools and methods (log frames, iPCM, monitoring tools).
• Experience in managing multiple projects and coordinating with diverse stakeholders.
• Knowledge of thematic areas relevant to the organization s mission is an advantage, but not required.
• Proficiency in analyzing and forecasting financial and programmatic data.
• Strong communication and interpersonal skills, with the ability to collaborate effectively.
• Leadership skills, including line management experience.
• Problem-solving skills and ability to develop effective solutions.
• Budget management skills and financial accountability.
• Professional proficiency in English; knowledge of local languages is highly valued.