Regional Programme Manager job vacancy-South Africa 2016
Objective
The RPM coordinates the development, implementation, and monitoring of CBM’s programme work in the Southern African region (AFS) in the framework of CBM’s Global Programme Strategy (GPS2) and related programmatic policies. Specifically, the RPM manages the elaboration regarding all regional programmatic work, and implementation of country strategic plans, directly reporting to the Regional Director Southern Africa.
Main tasks
Coach the regional and country programme teams in strategic planning, monitoring, learning, evaluation. This includes support to Country Offices in the field of effective planning, regional integration of Disaster Risk Reduction (DRR) instruments, Child Safeguarding policies, and adherence to Safety & Security policies
Proactively engage with members of CBM Member Associations programme teams for effective resource allocation for programme initiatives and efficient utilisation of resources allocated to partner projects
Guide the implementation of all programmatic undertakings, including the effective regional utilization of relevant Monitoring, Learning & Evaluation tools
Drive the further development of the AFS Regional Plan, based on GPS2 and co-facilitate design and implementation of Country Plans
Develop strategies and ensure implementation following the roll-out of Regional Office Partner Assessments with all future (and current) partners
Contribute to the development of policies and legislation in areas relevant for disability and development
Identify needs and opportunities with government as well as national and international NGOs and donor agencies, engaging in networking and building alliances
Professional Profile and Requirements
Relevant academic degree (e.g. development studies, business administration; social sciences with focus on disability would be an asset)
Experience of at least ten (10) years in the development sector of which at least seven (7) in the developing world, including in Africa
Experience of at least five (5) years in relevant programme management positions
Excellent leadership and communication skills
Excellent managerial qualities with regard to programming and administration; solid understanding of finance and budgets
Good knowledge of international mainstream development – as well as disability and development-related discussions and trends
Personal Profile & Competencies
The ability to develop medium and long-term strategies with regard to project portfolio development
Self-starting personality who is capable of working in participatory approaches, focused on sustainability and partner capacity development
Strategic thinker & result oriented
Competent in empowering / developing others
Excellent communication skills
A mindset that is more flexible than doctrinal
A strong team player who combines firm professionalism with a skilful and motivating personality (good emotional intelligence)
Ability to work under pressure and to meet deadlines
Excellent command of English (both written and oral), French would be an asset
Able and willing to travel intensively in the Southern African region
In possession of a valid international driving license
The future job holder adheres to CBM’s values and commits to CBM’s Child Safeguarding Policy. CBM encourages persons with disabilities to apply for this position.
HOW TO APPLY:
Candidates with the required profile and proven experience, who meet these qualifications, are invited to submit in English via e-mail, a meaningful letter of motivation, stating why s/he wishes to work for CBM, CV, names of three professional referees and salary expectations to: recruitment@cbm.org