Position: Education Program Manager (Interim)
Location: Asia, Africa or Middle East
About RI: Relief International (RI) is a home to teams of humanitarian activist-professionals committed to transforming adversity into renewal for the world’s most vulnerable populations. By partnering with beneficiaries and communities on the front-lines, RI innovatively bridges the gap between immediate relief and long-term community development.
About RI Interim Positions:We are currently accepting applications for interim positions for short-term assignments (varying from weeks to months) to manage periods of transitions within Relief International.
Occasionally, Relief International has a need for various interim positions including the following throughout the three Regions that Relief International services, Asia, Africa and the Middle East.
- Country Director
- Operations Manager
- WASH Program Manager
- Program Managers
- Protection Technical Officer/Manager
- Finance Manager
- Health Program Manager
- Education Program Manager
- HR Manager
If you are interested in short-term assignments and would like to be considered for future interim positions, please apply below. In your cover letter, please let us know your rate, length of assignment you are interested in, what country or countries you will not work in.
Position Summary:
The Program Manager is responsible for overall program management, supervision, administration and implementation of an Education project/program.
ESSENTIAL RESPONSIBILITIES AND DUTIES:
- Serve as the primary point of contact with RI’s headquarters with regard to day-to-day implementation and management matters relating to the program agreement;
- Report on a minimum of a weekly basis on progress of program implementation to the donor;
- Ensure quality control of overall program implementation;
- Oversee and manage all staff working for the program, including short or long-term consultants;
- Oversee and ensure quality implementation of teaming partner and other actors involved in the program;
- Ensure monitoring, evaluating and documenting progress of program implementation against indicators;
- Ensure that activities are on track, including developing and implementing solutions as necessary;
- Providing overall guidance and direction focusing the program team on achieving agreed targets and long-term strategic objectives;
- Establish and maintain systems for program operations in accordance with RI policies and procedures;
- Provide guidance to staff on all issues related to program implementation;
- Oversee that key program activities are achieved per program budget, timeline and donor requirements;
- Oversee the preparation and submission of technical and financial reports to RI Global Support Office (GS) as per the grant agreement;
- Maintain effective communication with donors and other organizations operating in the target country, for coordination and partnership opportunities;
- Participate in NGO sector coordination groups and identify areas for coordination and collaboration;
- Maintain effective communication with RI’s HQ regarding program implementation;
- Perform other duties as needed.
QUALIFICATIONS & REQUIREMENTS:
This position demands a dynamic individual with a demonstrated ability to achieve results in a demanding and fast paced environment.
- Master’s degree in a relevant field or Bachelor’s degree with commensurate work experience;
- Minimum of five years professional experience in lead management implementing emergency response programs in a conflict setting;
- Minimum of five years professional experience in the Education sector
- Solid background and knowledge of UN Rules and Regulations;
- Excellent interpersonal, communication, public speaking, and strategic planning skills required;
- English required, including strong writing skills required;
- Demonstrated ability to manage multiple priorities, deadlines, tasks efficiently;
- Excellent time management skills and resourcefulness with strong attention to detail;
Application Procedure:To be considered for this recruitment, please submit a cover letter, resume, salary history, three professional supervisory references (with contact information) with the date of availability. Incomplete applications will not be considered.
HOW TO APPLY:
