Job Description
We are looking for a Director of Program Development and Quality (DPDQ) who as a member of the Senior Management Team (SMT) in Kenya & Madagascar, will be responsible for driving cross-functional engagement in the development and delivery of Country Strategy Plans (CSPs), annual plans, and reporting on results. S/he will be responsible for ensuring the development and delivery of high-quality, evidence-based, innovative programs for children, in all contexts, that contribute to Save the Children's global breakthroughs.
The DPDQ will ensure a robust monitoring, evaluation, accountability, and learning (MEAL) system is in place and that the country office engages in the collection and use of evidence that this is shared across the global organization, and that reliable data is used for decision-making.
The DPDQ will further support strategic positioning with donors and partners and lead in project design to ensure that the country office strategy can be delivered in line with child rights programming principles.
If this describes you and you have a passion for making a positive difference in the lives of children, we are interested in talking to you about this opportunity.
QUALIFICATIONS AND EXPERIENCE
Master's Degree, and experience in relevant fields e.g., Public Health, Human Rights Law, Development, Studies, NGO Management, or equivalent fields.
A minimum of ten years of progressive senior management and/ or development experience, including experience designing and implementing programs for children.
Experience in one or more of Save the Children's thematic sectors: education, child protection, child rights governance, health and nutrition, child poverty, and emergencies is a plus.
Understanding of advocacy, policy, and government systems in the host country, and particular experience with child rights programming.
Strong skills and proven experience in new program development, project design and proposal writing with corporate, foundations and/or institutional donors.
Credibility to lobby, influence and represent Save the Children at all levels.
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