OVERVIEW
Gender mobile requires a programs manager who will primarily be responsible for driving and improving the organization's programmatic direction.
Job Description

Develop program strategy including delivery approaches and model
Ensure program quality and learning
Provide overall leadership to the Programs Unit.
Influence funding priorities by sharing new learnings from ongoing... programs
Ensure program quality assurance and conduct periodic program audits
Identify partners and strengthen partner relationships
Establish/strengthen reporting mechanisms to ensure timeliness in reporting.
Perform other duties as may be assigned.

 REQUIRED SKILLS, EXPERIENCE AND QUALIFICATIONS

Candidate must have a Bachelor’s degree in Law, social work, gender, public health or another related field. A postgraduate degree in any related field is desirable and will be an added advantage.
Minimum of three (3) years’ experience in programs design and implementation.
Conceptual abilities, strategic thinking and analytical writing skills.
Organizing skills and capacity to multi-task in a fast-paced environment.
Familiarity with the International and National legal framework on gender equality and women’s rights.
Experience in designing and implementing gender-transformative approaches
Experience in developing gender and GBV program strategies and models
Proven skills in grant proposal writing, research and data management. more

EXPERIENCE AND REQUIRED QUALIFICATIONS

Bachelor's or equivalent degree in Economics, Social Science, Statistics, Public Policy, Development studies or a related field. A Master's degree will be preferred but not a compulsory requirement
At least 3 years of work experience in the Design and Implementation of MERL systems including Data collection, analysis and reporting. Experience in gender... and/or education sector projects will be valuable.
Must be proficient in both qualitative and quantitative data collection methods and analysis
Technical knowledge and experience in the implementation of a gender-responsive approach.
Experience in designing tools and strategies for data collection, analysis, and production of reports.
Proven ICT skills, especially in developing MIS software using database software.
Expertise in analyzing data using statistical software.
Demonstrated experience in using data to inform decision-making, planning and project performance measurements, learning and evaluation.
Previous experience with major donor proposal MEAL requirements

RESPONSIBILITIES

Develop and manage a comprehensive MERL system.
Provide leadership for the MERL unit.
Lead research efforts across program lines.
Design and implement systems to collect and analyze program data for evidence-based programming
Develop and adapt programs-specific MEAL tools
Undertake periodic MEAL system review
Lead knowledge production and dissemination initiatives.
Monitor and evaluate overall progress on achievement of results,
Provide feedback to the Program Manager and Officers on project strategies and activities,
Report monthly, quarterly, half-yearly and annual progress on all  activities to the Project Manager,
Conduct capacity assessment on the existing MEAL system.
Undertake research for contextual understanding, identifying opportunities, testing hypotheses and knowledge production
Provide inputs, information and statistics on a periodic basis to the project team,
Participate in annual project reviews and planning workshops and assist the Program Manager and Officers in preparing relevant reports. more