Job Description

Harare, Zimbabwe

Company: Plan International

Plan International is an independent development and humanitarian organization that advances children’s rights and equality for girls. We believe in the power and potential of every child. We support children’s rights from birth until they reach adulthood and we enable children to prepare for – and respond to – crises and adversity.
We drive changes in practice and policy at local, national and global levels using our reach, experience and knowledge. In Zimbabwe, we have been building powerful partnerships for children for over 31 years. Plan International operates an equal opportunities policy and actively encourages diversity.

Duties and Responsibilities

The Head of Programs (HoP) is a senior leadership role responsible for providing strategic thinking and program management expertise. The HoP leads a cross-functional team comprising of Program Managers, Project Managers, Monitoring and Evaluation and Technical Leads. The HoP also works closely with the Business Development team providing input in resource mobilization initiatives and grants compliance activities as well as Donor and Stakeholder management. This role requires someone with a curious mind and a penchant for learning, impact and innovation.

Qualifications and Experience

The individual
Desired skills and competencies

A Master’s Degree in Development Studies, Social Work, Social Sciences, International Relations or similar field.
At least 10 years of professional experience in NGO sector, and a proven record of successful program or project management, designing and managing inclusive development and/or humanitarian programs in collaboration with other international partners.
Excellent proposal and report writing skills.
Sound understanding of budgeting, program finance management and donor compliance matters.
Experience in stakeholder management, including government authorities, building, and maintaining mutually beneficial lasting relationships and partnerships.
Proven leadership and interpersonal skills, with the ability to build and motivate diverse cross-cultural teams.