Program Manager - BMGF HCD +

Requirements & Specifications

•        Interested candidates should have a minimum of the first degree in any social science discipline especially in economics, data science, statistics and business.
  
•         8- 10 years of progressive work experience in program management capacity.
  
•         A Master’s Degree or Project Management Professional (PMP) certification is an added advantage
  
•         Demonstrated experience leading and producing competitive proposals
  
•         Demonstrable experience in the management of program complete life cycle
  
•         Excellent project planning, management, and monitoring & evaluation skills
  
•         Demonstrable business acumen and global agility, including an in-depth understanding of financial and budget planning. 
  
•         An excellent communicator with brilliant leadership, negotiation, and analytical skills.
  
•        Excellent communication and IT skills, including strong reporting/presentation skills and familiarity with a wide range of IT applications
  
•         Outstanding interpersonal, highly motivated and driven with a passion for delivering to the client
  
•        Build the capacity of the place teams to deliver on programme deliverables, reporting, and financial management.
  
•        Experience of closely working with government departments at local and state levels is highly desirable
  

Language:

• Fluency in English and French language is required.
  
• Experience working in Francophone countries is compulsory
  

Requirements & Specifications

•        Interested candidates should have a minimum of the first degree in any social science discipline especially in economics, data science, statistics and business.
  
•         8- 10 years of progressive work experience in program management capacity.
  
•         A Master’s Degree or Project Management Professional (PMP) certification is an added advantage
  
•         Demonstrated experience leading and producing competitive proposals
  
•         Demonstrable experience in the management of program complete life cycle
  
•         Excellent project planning, management, and monitoring & evaluation skills
  
•         Demonstrable business acumen and global agility, including an in-depth understanding of financial and budget planning. 
  
•         An excellent communicator with brilliant leadership, negotiation, and analytical skills.
  
•        Excellent communication and IT skills, including strong reporting/presentation skills and familiarity with a wide range of IT applications
  
•         Outstanding interpersonal, highly motivated and driven with a passion for delivering to the client
  
•        Build the capacity of the place teams to deliver on programme deliverables, reporting, and financial management.
  
•        Experience of closely working with government departments at local and state levels is highly desirable
  

Language:

• Fluency in English and French language is required.
  
• Experience working in Francophone countries is compulsory
  

• Accountable for managing project financial and contractual performance targets and leading monthly project financial reviews, technical deliverables, and troubleshooting any issues.
  
•       Works with designated Technical Lead to ensure that technical activities and deliverables are high quality and implemented per the contract scope of work and approved work plan.
  
•         Proactively identifies and analyzes risk areas and advises the relevant stakeholders on preventative measures.
  
•       Served as the primary point of contact for operational and financial matters related to project implementation.
  
•         Manages resource needs for performance and encourages collaboration within the broader organization.
  
•        Responsible for project outcomes by providing the necessary support for target teams to succeed.
  
•         Participates and provides support to project field teams during strategic planning sessions.
  
•         Develop proposal and terms of reference as the need arises
  
•         Manage budget realignments, contract modifications, and subcontract modifications.
  
•        Participates in research, pre-positioning and/or proposal management for opportunities
  
•        Managing project budgets and advising on options to keep the budget on track
  
•        Create and maintain comprehensive project documentation, master budget etc.
  
•        Produce reports to suit relevant stages of the projects.