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Apply By: 30th june 2023
Location: Chennai, Tamil Nadu
JOB DESCRIPTION - UNITED WAY OF CHENNAI
Job Title: Senior Manager - Program
Job Code: UWC/PGM/05/0623
Reports to: Head – Program Implementation
Department: Programs
Job Overview:
As a Senior Program Manager at United Way of Chennai you will be responsible for the planning, development and management of a diverse range of programs with focus on social impact and will be responsible for effective implementation of United Way of Chennai of programs in the assigned geography/area/s, in collaboration with the field team.
Roles & Responsibilities:
• Understand project objectives, scope and impact outcomes in discussion with the fundraising team.
• Work with the project managers and community/beneficiaries to plan, execute and achieve desired outcomes.
• Collaborate with program teams to ensure effective implementation of program deliverables
• Develop and execute sound program management approach that includes building capacity of field teams, timely monitoring, financial oversight.
• Coordinate with multiple stakeholders to enhance quality and effectiveness of program interventions. Oversee the detailed project schedule and work plan and ensure adherence to timelines.
• Ensure compliance with donor requirements in terms of project milestones, reporting and project financials.
• Provide inputs for preparation of project documents and report writing.
• Measure project performance to identify areas for improvement, risks and take corrective measures accordingly.
• Work in tandem with the monitoring and evaluation team to capture project outcomes and progress on impact indicators.
• Work with consultants/ subject matter experts when required and gain expertise on project areas.
• Collaborate with multiple NGO partners when required.
• Groom Project managers and help with their self-development.
Qualifications of Senior project manager:
• Master's degree in social work/Sociology (Community Development) or a related field.
• 10 years of project management and related experience.
• Experience in implementing projects with the ability to effectively coordinate with multiple stakeholders.
• Strong communication and interpersonal skills.
• Organized, team player, self-starter, and results-oriented individual.
• Demonstrated experience in capacity building of staff including training, mentoring, and technical leadership.
• Experience seeing projects through the full life cycle.
• Excellent analytical and conflict management skills.
• Candidates should have good proficiency in English & Tamil.
