Program Director

ESSENTIAL JOB FUNCTIONS

• Program Development and implementation
• Oversee the implementation of Dawlaty programs, including monitoring of workplan milestones and the disbursement of program budgets;
• Ensure program results and outcomes are communicated to relevant audiences, including donors, beneficiaries and partners
• Work closely with communication staff, including on development and implementation of corporate and program communication strategies.
• Write reports on the program for management and for donors
• Identify and evaluate the risks associated with program activities and take appropriate action to control the risks
• Work with management and staff, to develop new proposals for new projects to support the strategic direction of the organization

Team Management

• Supervise program staff by providing direction, input and feedback
• Work closely with management to develop and implement a comprehensive staff training series to build capacity to ensure quality programs and to scale up programs
• Work with partners to strengthen linkages with other actors to enhance organizational learning

Representation and Coordination

• Participate in the development and maintenance of working relationships and coordinate with relevant international and local organizations.
• Represent Dawlaty at relevant meetings

Support to Management of Organization

• Participate in development of organizational strategy
• Participate in overall management of the office and organization
• Support to management of organization including coordinating between Dawlaty departments, and ensuring all policies and procedures are followed.

QUALIFICATIONS AND EXPERIENCE

• 5-7 years’ experience in project management, including budget management and M&E, preferably in NGO environment
• Experience in working with memory making, youth, community organizing and/or advocacy are strongly
• preferred.
• Knowledge of the Syrian context and of Syrian civil society strongly preferred
• Experience in research and communication preferred
• Strong written and oral communication skills
   

SUPERVISORY RESPONSIBILITY: 2 Program Managers, 2 Program Officers