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Job Title:  Head of Programme Implementation

Organisation: Plan International

Duty Station:  Kampala, Uganda

Reports to: Country Director

About US:

Plan International is an independent development and humanitarian organization that advances children’s rights and equality for girls. We believe in the power and potential of every child. But this is often suppressed by poverty, violence, exclusion and discrimination. And its girls who are most affected. Working together with children, young people, our supporters and partners, we strive for a just world, tackling the root causes of the challenges facing girls and all vulnerable children. We have been building powerful partnerships for children for more than 80 years, and are now active in more than 75 countries.

Job Summary:  The role has significant influence over development of the strategies through which the organisation will achieve its purpose. The Head of Programme Implementation (HoPI) is responsible for ensuring that Plan International Uganda’s programmes and projects are implemented with the highest standards and quality for impact on the lives of children as defined in the Plan International Uganda (PIU) country strategy. The incumbent will be accountable for delivery of our projects on time, scope and budget as per project management standards.

The HoPI is a member of the Country Leadership Team (CLT) and is expected to contribute to the development of Plan International Uganda’s strategic plans – both long and short term.  The job holder leads the implementation of the strategy, providing leadership for PIU’s entire portfolio of projects nationwide. The role has significant influence over development of the strategies through which the organisation will achieve its purpose.  The HoPI is responsible for coordinating implementation, which requires significant tactical expertise.

Qualifications, Skills and Experience:

• The applicant should have extensive experience (including international) in managing development programmes, preferably with a disaster response component, with large and complex budget
• You possess demonstratable expertise in designing and leading the impactful implementation of significant projects; utilising good practice in MERL to set targets and adaptively managing to ensure achievement of results.
• You possess broad and deep understanding of the political, social, financial and cultural drivers of inequality; with practical experience of developing and implementing strategies for change
• You possess significant experience in strategic financial management including understanding relevant funding sources, revenue cycles, budgeting and cost estimation, balance sheets, return on investment etc
• Previous experience in capacity building and prior experience in the design, delivery, or management of programmes in education, youth economic empowerment, humanitarian response in Uganda/East Africa or in a country with similar context.
• Outstanding interpersonal skills with an ability to relate effectively to a wide range of people from diverse backgrounds; proven track record of leading collaborative working relationships and resolving conflicts between parties with differing interests.

How to Apply:

All Qualified and interested candidates should apply online at the link below.

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Deadline: 10^th August 2023

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