Leads the national implementation of a one-year, grant-funded program in Arusha, coordinating program delivery, stakeholders, compliance, reporting, budgeting, risk management, and transition or closeout activities.
Responsibilities
- Lead national-level implementation of the institutional grant-funded program or project.
- Contextualize the program model to local needs and ensure delivery of results aligned with the grant agreement.
- Coordinate with local partners, the national Steering Committee, the local transition partner, the Institutional Grants Team, and the donor or prime awardee.
- Support progressive transition or closeout of project operations within the specified timeline.
- Ensure alignment with institutional donor audit requirements and applicable regulations.
- Provide leadership, planning, and consultation to staff, executives, and peer managers.
- Prepare and administer the annual budget and departmental expenses.
- Select, manage, coach, and develop assigned staff, including performance management and annual reviews.
- Manage implementation of an integrated program model and ensure activities align with donor requirements, approved proposals, and sector best practices.
- Act as the primary contact for grant-funded programmatic activities.
- Maintain relationships with government stakeholders, faith-based networks, and local partners.
- Oversee preparation and timely submission of country-specific progress reports.
- Ensure compliance with financial and governmental regulations.
- Build local capacity and foster a collaborative, results-oriented work environment.
- Identify project risks, facilitate mitigation efforts, and escalate implementation challenges.
- Ensure program implementation costs remain within the approved grant budget.
- Ensure financial management of grant funds complies with legal and corporate policy standards.
- Advocate for children’s needs and prioritize child protection in decision-making and activities.
Requirements
- Program and project management
- Leadership and team management
- Stakeholder engagement and coordination
- Grant compliance and donor reporting
- Budget management and financial accountability
- Risk management and problem solving
- Staff coaching, performance management, and development
- Knowledge of regulatory, governmental, and donor requirements
- Strong communication and consultation skills
- Commitment to Christian values and Compassion International’s cultural behaviors
