Senior Programme Manager

Position: Senior Programme Manager

Pay band: F (7)

Location: Almaty, Kazakhstan

Department: Programmes

Contract type: Service-provider/consultancy contract

The monthly consultancy fee for this post is KZT 875,000 paid in local currency, based on a full-time position

*This role is subject to the confirmation of programme funding by the client* Expected start date 01 October 2024 - 10 October 2024.

*Consultancy contract will be offered until 30 March 2025 in the first instance, renewable subject to programme extension by the client for a further 1-2 years*

Applicants must fully meet the minimum qualification requirements. Submit a covering letter outlining why they are suited for the role and motivation for the role and curriculum vitae by Monday, 30 September 2024 via email. Only short-listed candidates will be contacted.

Main Accountabilities

• Overseeing the overall programme implementation;

• Accountable for setting/improving standards/processes for programme delivery across the region (at least four countries, Kazakhstan, Kyrgyzstan, Tajikistan and Uzbekistan);

• Facilitating progress in the project, including internal and external communication

• Co-ordinating and fostering teamwork;

• Responsible for setting up project procedures for the project to run smoothly;

• Overseeing the preparation of detailed interim technical and financial reports in line with projects’ contract conditions and indicators set;

• Responsible for monitoring budget expenditures and proposing budget changes to enable full utilisation of project funds;

• Controlling implementation of scope and budget changes following approval by the SRO;

• Establishing formal reporting arrangements on programme progress;

• Advising project manager in the resolution of challenges/issues during project implementation;

• Receiving and reviewing detailed reports on the programme from the Project Coordinators;

• Ensuring that Project Coordinators receive decisions made by the regional team timely

• Advise project team on procurement and contractual compliance issues;

• Responsible for review and approval of draft contracts with consultants and suppliers

• Establishing, with the regional team a common approach to major issues that arise

• Responsible for risk management related to operational issues;

• Overseeing programme procurement policy

REQUIREMENTS:

• At least 5 years of project management experience in similar projects funded by FCDO or International donors/organisations

• Minimum 2 years of working experience in managing donor projects in particular service contracts

• Knowledge of contracting procedures in an international context

• Sound financial management experience

• Experience in client management, partner management and contract management

• Experience in managing a wide range of stakeholders (Clients, partners, beneficiaries)

• Understanding of MEL principles