CARE is seeking an experienced Program Manager to be responsible for the overall management of the Foundation for Peace Programme in Yemen, guided by the programme proposal, bringing together expertise from each implementing partner. The position will ensure quality implementation of the project and documentation of its learning. S/he will ensure that M&E systems are sound and that best practices are shared and implemented. S/he is responsible for overall programme narrative reporting, collating data from each of the implementing partners, and overseeing the other key staff of this project.
Responsibilities
- Manage inception activities
- Project management
- Programme quality and coherence
- Education
- Reporting
- Partnerships and coordination
Required
- At least 7 years experience in senior management positions in governance, conflict prevention/resolution/ peace-building and/or community development projects
- At least 4 years experience in managing projects or programs in conflict prevention/resolution/governance programming and/or youth programmes
- Proven experience in managing local partnerships in complex settings
- Experience in managing, coaching staff
- Excellent communication, negotiation and training/facilitation skills
- Strong English language skills
- Strong experience and technical understanding of processes of conflict prevention/resolution/peace-building and governance strengthening in a fragile state environment
- Strong knowledge and understanding of youth development and participation frameworks
- Strong M&E experience
- Ability to work in a challenging environment, under high pressure and ability to cope with and manage complexity
Desired
- Yemen-specific experience (Aden, Taiz, and Sana’a)
- Good Arabic language skills
Our diversity is our strength; we encourage people from all backgrounds and experiences, particularly women, to apply.
The closing date for this posting, if listed, is approximate. Job postings may be removed from CARE’s career website at any time.
