The Role of Program Manager:To contribute to the planning, formulation and assessment of the ICT programs managed by the Foundation through review and analysis of program proposals, performance monitoring, program evaluation and assessment, and reporting with expertise in information technology and training technique. The Program officer will be part of a highly efficient and motivated team. The incumbent will assist in identifying, defining, and developing funding sources to support existing and planned program activities as well as new projects and programs.In particular, the responsibilities will include but not limited to:Administrative
Conceptualize, write, present and draft proposals on selected program issues; design and convene seminars, workshops and conferences.
Set up and Organise training
Oversea the Foundation Education and capacity Program
Contribute to the Foundation’s over all vision and mission to promote, advocate, and reduce poverty, disaster-risk reduction as well as the overall development and strengthening of the organization.
Strategically think and plan for development of program direction and initiatives.
Strategically think and plan for development of program direction and initiatives
Involve in planning and execution of the projects and initiatives in collaboration with MMF Team
Develop and maintain adequate resource files and database for assigned program area
Carry out various research project for MMF as it is required
Develop full-scale projects plans and associated documents.
Ensuring the Program Management Cycle is implemented in program activities
Management of projects and programs
Representing the Foundation with external partners
Creating and maintaining monitoring and evaluation plans for projects and programs
Fund Raising/Grants
Generate proposals and supporting documents in response to solicitations
Seek for Grants and funding to ensure all programs are well funded
Design and preparation of fund-raising proposals and grants application
Conduct research, policy analysis and advocacy on the thematic areas of the Foundation
Facilitate grants ‘kick off’ meetings
Training
Organize events, conferences, workshops and seminars based on agreed outlook and scope.
Generate resources for the Foundation through specialized training
Ensure timely completion of training programmes according to work plan
Network with other organizations involving in both internal and external as identified
Organizing training programs for external vendors
Communication
Writing reports according to established schedule and requirements
Developing communication material (newsletters, annual reports, etc.) for distribution to donors and other stakeholders
Donor Management
Developing a fundraising strategy for the organization
Conducting mapping of institutional donors and foundations (EU, UN, USAID, DFID, etc), highlighting common priorities
Investigating and spearheading new avenues for individual support and/or donations
Developing a donor management tool where reports and history of donors can be easily tracked
Competencies required:
Analytical – synthesizes complex or diverse information, collects and researches data, uses intuition and experience to complete tasks, designs work flows and procedures
Design – Generates creative solutions, translates concepts and information into images, demonstrates attention to detail
Problem solving – identifies and resolves problems in a timely manner, gathers and analyzes information skillfully, develops alternative solutions, works well in group problem solving situations
Technical Skills – in the area of ICT and assess own strengths and weaknesses, pursues training and development opportunities, strives to continuously build knowledge and skills, shares expertise with others
Teamwork – balances team and individual responsibilities, exhibits objectivity and openness to others’ views
Skills/Qualification Requirements:
A bachelor’s degree with an upper credit in I.T related course
Experience in starting and setting up training program from the scratch
Minimum of 5 years experience working as a Program Manager in a non for profit organization.
Proven track record of revenue generation or fund raising
The ideal candidate should be outgoing, confident, persuasive communicator with excellent writing skills
Program planning skills
Must be able to give effective presentations
Excellent Organizational Skills
Research Analysis skills
Applicants should send Cvs to stretchit7@gmail.com
Apply via :
stretchit7@gmail.com
