Program Manager – Uganda

at IRI
Location Kampala, Uganda
Date Posted February 7, 2024
Category Management
Job Type FULL_TIME
Currency UGX

Description

Leads the implementation of specific programs and grant(s) related to Conflict Mitigation, Peacebuilding, Democracy and Governance, parliamentary programming;
Leads the drafting of high quality quarterly, semi-annual, final, and other relevant reports for funders;
Monitors, analyzes, and reports on program related developments;
Leads efforts to evaluate and use information related to the approved grant work plan;
Understands assigned grant’s substantive, financial and compliance requirements;
Ensures that grants are in compliance with grant agreements and completed on time;
Maintains an understanding of funder and IRI policies and procedures related to grant compliance and oversight;
Oversees and participates in all monitoring and evaluation efforts for grants assigned;
Contributes to the development of knowledge products, thought leadership pieces, and written materials to advance the team’s program impact;
Communicates and collaborates routinely with internal and external stakeholders to develop and implement programs, promote the program, and develop strategic long-term program plans;
Identifies and cultivates relationships with relevant Government officials, local partners, and members of the diplomatic and donor community, and represents IRI at various public functions;
Anticipates potential problems and trouble shoots project problems and offers solutions and actively takes part to lead resolution of them with creative and immediate solutions;
Actively manages IRI’s communication strategy including IRI’s branding and outreach plans, including drafts and updates to program summaries and other outreach materials, drafts web stories, tweets, and develops promotional material for external audiences;
Assesses new funding opportunities and serves as proposal manager (as assigned) for new bid opportunities;
Assists in arranging program logistics including, but not limited to, international and domestic flights, ground transportation, hotel accommodations, room rentals, and cultural events;
Oversees the performance management of supervised staff assigned
Travels as needed for program oversight and implementation;
Represents IRI at external events as assigned by the RPD;
Participates in cross functional teams and initiatives;
Performs other duties as assigned by the RPD.
Position Requirements

Bachelor’s required in Political Science, International relations, Law, or related field. Master’s degree preferred.
At least 5 years of professional experience in a legislative body, government, or international development.
Strong interpersonal, research, and written/oral communications skills;
Excellent skills in report and proposal writing;