Regional Programme Manager

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Title
Regional Programme Manager
Location
Kenya
Programme
Economic Development - All
Agency
Aga Khan Foundation
Deadline
31 Mar 2013


The Aga Khan Foundation (AKF) is part of the Aga Khan Development Network (AKDN), a group of private, international, non-denominational agencies founded by His Highness the Aga Khan. The Network's organisations have individual mandates that range from the fields of health and education to culture, rural development and the promotion of private-sector enterprise. AKDN is dedicated to improving living conditions and opportunities for the poor, without regard to faith, origin or gender. More information....
The Position
AKF (East Africa) works in collaboration with partners to develop and promote innovative solutions that contribute to improving the quality of life in East Africa. Focusing on the Swahili Coast of Kenya and Tanzania, as well as Central and Northern Uganda, AKF responds to local and regional priorities by developing effective programming, measuring and documenting results, and sharing its lessons with governments, donors, and development actors to influence policy and practice.

The Regional Programme Manager for AKF in East Africa will be based in Nairobi. This position is part of AKF's core senior management team and would provide the successful candidate with an opportunity to shape the Foundation's direction throughout East Africa. The Regional Programme Manager will be responsible for developing, implementing, tracking, and evaluating AKF programmes throughout East Africa.



Specific responsibilities include. 
  • Oversee the implementation of current programming and contribute to the development of new initiatives that contribute to national and regional priorities, and are in line with the broader AKF EA strategy.

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  • Provide direction and coordination to a team of program and project managers.

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  • Lead long-term and annual planning, and systematically track program progress.

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  • Implement a robust learning system that monitors program results, suggests improvements, and informs broader policies.

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  • Work with the Policy and Partnership Manager to develop policy papers that capture AKF's experiences and influence regional best practices.


    • Required Qualifications and Experience. 
  • Minimum 10 years' experience in international development in a management role.

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  • Minimum Masters degree in social sciences or relevant experience.

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  • Strong leadership and people management skills at a senior level.

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  • Experience in developing new programming, ideally across multiple sectors.

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  • Experience in developing and implementing quality control and learning systems for complex development programmes.

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  • Excellent written and verbal communication skills.

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  • Experience of working across geographical and organization boundaries, across cultures & diverse development stakeholders.

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  • Experience of working in East Africa and knowledge of local cultures.

    • The Requirements
    Required qualifications and experience:
  • Minimum 10 years' experience in international development in a management role.

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  • Minimum Masters degree in social sciences or relevant experience.

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  • Strong leadership and people management skills at a senior level.

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  • Experience in developing new programming, ideally across multiple sectors.

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  • Experience in developing and implementing quality control and learning systems for complex development programmes.

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  • Excellent written and verbal communication skills.

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  • Experience of working across geographical and organization boundaries, across cultures & diverse development stakeholders.

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  • Experience of working in East Africa and knowledge of local cultures.

    • Salary & International Package
    Salary and package to attract the best candidate
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