Senior Program Director

4 days ago


Islamabad, Islamabad, Pakistan CARE Full time
Job Description
CARE is seeking an experienced Senior Program Director to lead our project in Islamabad. The ideal candidate will have a strong background in international development, with a focus on education systems, youth development, skills training, and capacity building.

The Senior Program Director will be responsible for leading the project team, developing and implementing project work plans, and ensuring timely delivery of project results. They will also supervise and mentor senior/technical staff and consultants, promoting diversity, equity, inclusion, and belonging in internal operations and program implementation.

The successful candidate will have a master's degree or equivalent in Education, International Development, Social Sciences, or related field, and 10-12 years of relevant senior management experience in international development as Chief of Party, Deputy Chief of Party, or in a senior management role on humanitarian or development projects.

Key responsibilities include:
* Leading the project team, providing vision, direction, and technical guidance
* Developing and implementing project work plans, including monitoring and evaluation frameworks
* Supervising and mentoring senior/technical staff and consultants
* Managing the project's operational, financial, and administrative priorities

The Senior Program Director will also be responsible for building productive working relationships with USAID, host government, project partners, and key stakeholders, and ensuring adherence to USAID policies and regulations, and relevant national policies and laws.

Required Skills and Qualifications
* Master's degree or equivalent in Education, International Development, Social Sciences, or related field
* 10-12 years of relevant senior management experience in international development as Chief of Party, Deputy Chief of Party, or in a senior management role on humanitarian or development projects
* Technical experience and understanding of one or more of the following sectors: education systems, youth development, skills training, and capacity building
* Experience managing USAID cooperative agreements and/or contracts
* Strong financial management, budgeting, and project operations/administrative oversight abilities
* Fluency in English required (spoken and written)
* Strong oral and written communication skills; excellent demonstrated inter-cultural, interpersonal, and negotiation skills

Benefits
CARE offers a competitive salary and benefits package, including opportunities for professional growth and development.

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