PROGRAM MANAGER AT SEARCH FOR COMMON GROUND (SFCG)
PROGRAM MANAGER AT SEARCH FOR COMMON GROUND ( SFCG) – Remote
Job Title: Program Manager
Location: Abuja (Remote)
Employment type : Full-time
About Search for common Ground (SFCG)
Search for Common Ground (SFCG) is an international non-profit organization that promotes the peaceful resolution of conflict. With headquarters in Washington, DC and Brussels, Belgium, Search’s mission is to transform how individuals, organizations, and governments deal with conflict – away from destructive approaches towards cooperative solutions.
Job Summary:
Search is seeking an experienced Program Manager for the cross-regional programs team and the portfolio of projects that the team manages. The cross-regional team is a global department, with colleagues based in the US, Europe, Africa, and Asia.
Job Responsibilities
Grant management Oversight:
– Supervise the general portfolio of cross-regional projects, monitoring progress on project planning, activity implementation, reporting, contract compliance, and close-out.
– Ensure appropriate use of Search’s grant management processes, policies, and procedures by cross-regional team and the projects they support.
– Monitor burn rates, spending risks, and related issues.
– Provide technical support and coaching to cross-regional team on grant management.
– Ensure subawards are managed according to Search and donor policies.
Staff management and professional development:
– Supervision (including quality oversight, feedback, and coaching) and professional development of 3-5 direct reports.
– Capacity building, coaching, and professional development support to direct reports and other colleagues on the cross-regional team and in the programs the team supports.
Representation of the cross-Regional team:
– Coordinate revenue forecasts across the portfolio.
– Contribute data to health & sustainability index and other initiatives that require one voice for the cross-regional team.
– Participate in Grants & Program Community of Practice, working groups, etc.
New Program Design and Development:
– Contribute to the program design of new cross-regional and/or thematic projects, with a particular eye on the operational design (functionality, coordination, and budgeting, especially for cross-regional involvement).
Support Organizations /Global Learning
– Work with team they supervise to draw out learnings and stories from project portfolio to share with Global Communications, Marketing, and other departments.
– Contribute to organizational learning, impact report, etc.
Qualification:
Education
– A Bachelor’s Degree in a related area required, while a Master’s in Conflict Resolution, International Relations, Project Management or related field would be an added benefit.
Require Experience:
– At least 9 years of experience in grant and project management, preferably with US and European donors (USAID, US State, European Commission, Dutch Ministry of Foreign Affairs, etc.)
– At least two years experience in conflict resolution or peace building programming
– At least two years experience as a supervisor
– Demonstrated cross-cultural experience
Other Relevant Requirements
– Must be fluent in English (spoken and written), and professionally proficient in French
– Knowledge of and exposure to a wide range of peace, conflict transformation, governance, and development issues
– Ability to review, analyze and interpret financial reports, budget versus actuals, financial projections and procurement documentation
– Good interpersonal and networking skills, as well as the ability to conduct professional working relationships virtually
. Competent computer skills (Microsoft Office Suite) and other softwares
– Detail-oriented with ability to meet deadlines, both prescribed and self-imposed
– Willingness and desire to learn while demonstrating self-initiative
– Ability to adapt to new cultures and work in diverse environments
– Demonstrated ability to foster a culture of respect and inclusion
– Flexible in working with different time zones (colleagues stretch across the globe)
How to Apply
Interested and qualified candidates should:
Click here to apply online
Application Closing Date:
The application closing date is 3rd January, 2025.
