Programs Manager

• Minimum of 3-5 years of experience in managing people and project implementation in an international/humanitarian context.

• Relevant academic background in social sciences and management.

• Knowledge of child protection/psychosocial support programming.

• Experience working with local partners and communities.

• Strong leadership and budget management skills.

• Ability to facilitate learning and foster teamwork.

• Excellent communication and interpersonal skills in English and Arabic.

• Decision-making ability.

• Minimum of 3-5 years of experience in managing people and project implementation in an international/humanitarian context.

• Relevant academic background in social sciences and management.

• Knowledge of child protection/psychosocial support programming.

• Experience working with local partners and communities.

• Strong leadership and budget management skills.

• Ability to facilitate learning and foster teamwork.

• Excellent communication and interpersonal skills in English and Arabic.

• Decision-making ability.

1. Project Implementation Management:

• Lead the implementation of the Dutch MFA project in Lebanon, Jordan, and Uganda, ensuring strict adherence to donor requirements and alignment with the organization's objectives.

• Design the detailed workplan, support partnership assessment and partner capacity building plan, establishing implementation processes, systems, and procedures.

• Facilitate the finalization of MOUs and other project documents with local partners, providing support to project coordinators.

• Conduct project start-up workshops to clarify roles and responsibilities and establish effective communication channels.

• Oversee project monitoring activities, making necessary adjustments to ensure project success.

• Keep the Country Directors informed of project progress and address emerging issues promptly.

• Prepare and submit donor reports in accordance with agreed schedules.

• Document and share lessons learned to inform future program design and implementation strategies.

• Preparing donor reports and strategic plans.

• Provide regular briefing for Steering Committee

• Lead the Project Implementation Committee

• Lead the learning sessions with partners and War Child staff

• Ensures budget expenditure in line with the workplan and donor compliances

2. Management of Staff:

• Effectively manage the performance of project managers and coordinators through regular appraisals and constructive feedback.

• Ensure job descriptions are up to date and that staff have a clear understanding of their roles and responsibilities.

• Cultivate a sense of common purpose and teamwork among project staff, fostering a positive work environment

• Support the development of competency-building plans for project teams and provide guidance, coaching, and opportunities for staff development.

• Encourage creativity and initiative among project staff.

• Capacity Building of Staff & Local Partners:

• Support the development of competencies and capacities of project staff and local partners, collaborating with HR and Technical Specialists to provide necessary training and support.

3. Maintain Network of Contacts/Representation:

• Develop and maintain productive relationships with stakeholders, representing War Child in relevant meetings and coordination platforms.

• Safeguarding and Integrity:

• Ensure strict adherence to international and internal Safeguarding and Integrity standards within the program.

• Report and address any child protection, Safeguarding and Integrity concerns identified within the organization, fostering a culture of openness and transparency.

• Ensure staff receive regular child protection and Safeguarding training and support.