Deputy Program Manager (DPM) – MAE

DUTY STATION: Kyangwali & Nakivale Bases, UG
EMPLOYMENT TYPE: Full-time
SALARY SCALE: Not Specified
DEADLINE: Mar 03, 2023 12:00 AM

DESCRIPTION
The Deputy Program Manager (DPM) is responsible for leading and managing the implementation of the MAE project carried out in Nakivale and Kyangwali in coordination with the program managers across the two locations.

KEY DUTIES & RESPONSIBILITIES
1: Ensure all the project’s related work is completed with the desired quality and according to schedule

Lead and monitor the implementation of Digital Cash and voucher based activities to achieve project targets.
Lead the implementation of a multi-sectoral project integrating WASH, nutrition and FSL activities.
Develop and functionalise context based SBCC strategies that promote Nutrition behaviors along with WASH and FSL.
Develop and monitor the activity schedules and objectives for the project in coordination with the team under your supervision.
Take responsibility for the quality of the activities including regular monitoring, field visits and learning;
In coordination with the regional program coordinator, conduct the monitoring and evaluation of project activities
Ensure that proper documentation for project activities is done and archived (e.g. beneficiaries’ list, activity reports, training attendance, success stories, etc)
Manage the procurement for the MAE project activities, in collaboration with logistics and regional program coordinator
Ensure proper budget follow-up and management in close collaboration with the regional program coordinator;
Support the regional program coordinator in Preparation of monthly cash projections
Ensure Supervisees submit weekly activity reports; produce weekly activity reports highlighting the work completed and challenges faced
Identify and monitor risks, constraints or escalating issues and inform senior management accordingly;
2: Manage and Develop the Project Team

Ensure that all staff are provided with a full induction and are briefed on all relevant components of the project; Keep staff aware of any changes in the project and in the wider organization;

REQUIREMENTS
A master’s degree in Agriculture, Nutrition, Public Health, Project planning and Management or other related field with 5 years’ experience in implementation of FSL, Nutrition and cash based programs/approaches in a humanitarian setting.
Previous mid-level management experience in Cash and voucher based programming in a refugee setting especially use of digital cash based platforms like Red-rose One solution.
Extensive understanding of Social behavioral change communication approaches especially Care group Methodology in both a refugee and recovery context.
Previous work in a credible NGO/INGO preferably in emergency setting is desirable.
Previous work in a supervisory position will be an added advantage.
Proven project cycle management experience at a senior level for at least 2 years in an INGO;
Excellent management, organizational, motivational and leadership skills;
Proficient in MS Office Applications;