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• Attain programme goal and objectives
  through the development, implementation, reviews, presentation and
  management of strategic plans, programmes and projects by personal
  application and delegation of responsibility.
• Recommend and lead implementation of
  programme priorities and explore, evaluate and present new country
  opportunities that leverage impact and/ or complement core activities.

• Make sure that there are fluent
  communication channels with the programme structure and with consortia
  partners, that the reporting schedule and that programme objectives are
  verifiably achieved.
• Work closely with the grants management
  and finance teams to manage consortia partners granting and reporting.
• Oversee all operations related to the
  programme according to the programme work plan, programme budget and
  implementation strategy.
• Troubleshoot, as needed, to prevent
  disruptions in daily programme activities and liaise with Deputy Programme
  Director, Programme Management Unit (PMU) team, Country Directors (GOAL
  and consortia Country Directors and technical teams), as necessary. 
• Monitor programme implementation, measure
  impact and calibrate programme strategy and implementation accordingly.
• Work in liaison with the GOAL MEL
  Coordinator and ODI on the MEL systems design and measurement
• Ensure that achievements and best
  practices are captured and disseminated including the continual
  re-evaluation of programme activities and information, with resulting
  activity adjustments.
• Ensure proper logistics, administration,
  human resources and transport needs of the programme are conducted within
  GOAL policy and with the maximum benefit to the programme.
• Ensure all programme funds are spent in
  accordance with donor rules and regulations and are reasonable and that
  work with the private sector conforms to MasterCard Foundation guidelines.
• Work with the Deputy Director to forecast
  expenditure surpluses and deficits to enable adjustments to be made to the
  programme in a timely fashion.
• Ensure that all work follows international
  quality standards and best practices and that agriculture initiatives are
  technically and environmentally sound.

• Build the capacity of the PMU and
  consortia partners staff’s for a market facilitative approach to
  agricultural system development with youth.
• Manage the recruitment and training of
  programme staff to ensure staff are of the quality and capacity to ensure
  the successful implementation of activities. Monitor and advise on
  staffing needs throughout the programme. Ensure evaluations and disciplinary
  measures are made, as necessary according to GOAL policy.
• Provide direct and ongoing supervision and
  managerial support to all staff in the PMU.

• Technically support all efforts towards
  accountability – to project participants and to international standards
  guiding development work. This includes understanding and following
  established international guidelines and actively engaging participating
  communities as equal partners in the design, monitoring and evaluation of
  programmes.
• Work in liaison with the Country Director
  to represent the programme to the MasterCard Foundation, the Uganda
  government at national and district levels. As well as the programme
  Steering Committee, Consortia Coordination Group, National Advisory
  Committee and the National Youth Working Group.
• Ensure good relations and accountability
  with the MasterCard Foundation, Ugandan government counterparts and
  private sector partners.
• Ensure establishment and maintenance of
  relationships with target communities, and local government structures.
• Represent DYNAMIC at external conferences
  (Global Youth Economic Opportunities Conference, SEEP conference, etc.)
  and relevant thought leadership events as needed

• The ideal candidate should preferably hold
  a Master’s Degree in economic development or other relevant field is
  preferred.
• A minimum of seven years of relevant
  international experience including three years in a senior management
  position Experience managing consortia led programmes.
• Proven technical experience in market
  facilitation, youth development, livelihoods and/or agriculture and value
  chain programming.
• Past experience in Uganda or East Africa.
• Practical experience managing consortia
  led grants involving international NGO partners.
• Complex program management and
  demonstrated success building, managing and leading a team of
  professionals.
• Strong writing, communication,
  organization, prioritization and negotiating skills.
• Excellent (English) verbal and written
  communication skills with proven financial management skills.
• Significant experience in building and
  maintaining effective partnerships with implementing and strategic partner
  agencies, and government authorities and counterparts.
• Strong computer literacy with a full
  knowledge of office applications.
• The successful candidate will possess
  strong leadership skills with the ability to maintain a broad perspective.
  
• Skills in undertaking innovative
  approaches, be agile in the conceptualization of new programme ideas and
  will be well versed in strategic thinking and planning.
• S/he will also have ability to juggle
  multiple priorities under tight deadlines, and to calmly and
  diplomatically deal with unexpected events impacting programme operations.
• The ideal candidate will be familiar with
  market based agricultural programmes targeting youth, and will demonstrate
  cultural knowledge and sensitivity, while also demonstrating skills and
  ability to build and maintain partnerships with international
  organizations and private sector partners. 
  
• Strong interpersonal skills and an ability
  to communicate and manage expectations of many stakeholders.
• Possess the ability and desire to grow a
  cohesive and professional team from across multiple partners is essential.

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