Programs Manager

Armenian Caritas
JOB TITLE: Programs Manager
POSITION LOCATION: Gyumri, Shirak Region, permanent residence is not
required
JOB DESCRIPTION: Armenian Caritas is seeking an experienced Programs
Manager to lead the development of programs and coordinate the design,
documentation, monitoring, and evaluation of program activities for the
purpose of assuring the ongoing quality. He/she will be fully aware of
all aspects of all projects and will provide leadership and guidance to
the program team (Project Managers and Project Staff).
JOB RESPONSIBILITIES:
– Monitor the overall programs performance and impact and coordinate the
various Project activities;
– Develop indicators and procedures for each project with each project
manager;
– Provide input into project design and implementation of AC programs;
– Provide effective program leadership and guidance to the project
managers;
– Prepare the fiscal year operational plans and ongoing strategic
planning to insure project initiatives remain appropriate, responsive,
high in quality, focused and realistic;
– Ensure the collection of appropriate baseline, data collection and
surveillance systems for enhanced operational efficiency and
effectiveness;
– Evaluate the evolving status of the beneficiary population, verifiable
measurements of achievements against program objectives;
– Prepare implementation plans with project managers that measure
quantitative and qualitative accomplishment of objectives;
– Ensure that monthly and mid-term reports reflect verifiable
measurement impact and accomplishment in accordance with the
implementation plan;
– Prepare executive summery report for board meetings;
– Conduct project evaluations for maintaining quality, relevance and
impact;
– Monitor initiatives with the Project Managers;
– Regular field visits to various project sites for the purpose of
project evaluation/ monitoring;
– To organize trainings for the technical personnel in the areas of
project design and implementation;
– Work with the Executive Director and Finance Manager to monitor fiscal
year expenditures in relation to the accomplishment of project
objectives;
– Supervise the Project Managers and the projects staff;
– Recommend trainings that would enhance the capacity of the program
team;
– Assure timely and quality reporting on to the partnership and donors;
– Report on the progress of projects and initiatives to the Executive
Director and PR Responsible;
– Liaise with Donors, for program orientation, acquisition of resources
and other issues;
– Assure good collaboration with all donors, international and local
NGOs and community entities.
REQUIRED QUALIFICATIONS:
– At least five years of practical experience in relevant field;
– Experience in program monitoring and evaluation;
– Ability to work in a team structure and operate efficiently;
– Excellent leadership and decision-making skills;
– Experience in writing proposals, project documentation, reporting and
program information for donors;
– Excellent verbal and written communication skills in both English and
Armenian languages;
– Excellent computer skills including Internet usage;
– Excellent interpersonal, communication and co-operation skills.
APPLICATION PROCEDURES: All interested candidates should submit a cover
letter and CV to Armenian Caritas/ Gyumri Office. Applications can be
submitted by e-mail, fax, or in person. E-mail: caritasarm@….
Tel: (37441) 37201, Fax: (37441) 32849. Address: 8, sidestreet 3,
Sargissian St., Gyumri, Armenia.
Please clearly mention in your application letter that you learned of
this job opportunity through Career Center and mention the URL of its
website – www.careercenter.am, Thanks.
APPLICATION DEADLINE: 20 February 2004
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– Monitor the overall programs performance and impact and coordinate the
various Project activities;
– Develop indicators and procedures for each project with each project
manager;
– Provide input into project design and implementation of AC programs;
– Provide effective program leadership and guidance to the project
managers;
– Prepare the fiscal year operational plans and ongoing strategic
planning to insure project initiatives remain appropriate, responsive,
high in quality, focused and realistic;
– Ensure the collection of appropriate baseline, data collection and
surveillance systems for enhanced operational efficiency and
effectiveness;
– Evaluate the evolving status of the beneficiary population, verifiable
measurements of achievements against program objectives;
– Prepare implementation plans with project managers that measure
quantitative and qualitative accomplishment of objectives;
– Ensure that monthly and mid-term reports reflect verifiable
measurement impact and accomplishment in accordance with the
implementation plan;
– Prepare executive summery report for board meetings;
– Conduct project evaluations for maintaining quality, relevance and
impact;
– Monitor initiatives with the Project Managers;
– Regular field visits to various project sites for the purpose of
project evaluation/ monitoring;
– To organize trainings for the technical personnel in the areas of
project design and implementation;
– Work with the Executive Director and Finance Manager to monitor fiscal
year expenditures in relation to the accomplishment of project
objectives;
– Supervise the Project Managers and the projects staff;
– Recommend trainings that would enhance the capacity of the program
team;
– Assure timely and quality reporting on to the partnership and donors;
– Report on the progress of projects and initiatives to the Executive
Director and PR Responsible;
– Liaise with Donors, for program orientation, acquisition of resources
and other issues;
– Assure good collaboration with all donors, international and local
NGOs and community entities.