Head of Programme Development and Quality

HEAD OF PROGRAMME DEVELOPMENT AND QUALITY

As a member of the Senior Management Team (SMT) the Head of Programme Development and Quality (PDQ) is responsible for driving cross-functional engagement in the development and delivery of the Country Strategy Plan (CSP), developing annual plans and reporting on results. S/he is responsible for ensuring development and delivery of high quality, evidence-based, innovative programs for children, in all contexts, that contribute to Save the Children’s global Breakthroughs: Learn, Survive and Be Protected. The Head of PDQ ensures that a robust monitoring, evaluation, accountability and learning (MEAL) system is in place, that the country office engages in the collection and use of evidence and that this is shared across the global organization, and that reliable data is used for decision-making. One of the key aspects of the role is ensuring capacity building, mentoring and coaching of technical specialists in order to support program quality in line with global standards and key performance indicators. As a senior leader in the country office, s/he plays a representational role with the government, donors, partners, peer agencies, SC Members and others. The Head of PDQ supports strategic positioning with donors and partners and leads on project design to ensure that the country office strategy can be delivered.

Location: Harare

Contract Type: National Contract Terms & not International (or Expatriate terms)

Contract Duration: One (1) Year

Qualifications, Skills and Experience

Essential

* Masters Degree in relevant social science, human rights or development studies,
* A minimum of ten years of progressive senior management and/ or development experience in a corporate or an INGO environment, including experience directing and implementing programs for children
* Experience in more than one of Save the Children's thematic sectors: education, child protection, child rights governance, health and nutrition, food security and livelihoods fund raising for both development and humanitarian settings emergencies
* Strong skills and proven experience in; child rights centred advocacy, leading strategic planning, change management and program management processes.
* Track record in managing teams for resource mobilisation and submitting winning proposals in excess of US$5 million
* Experience of working with high level government agencies and academics on issues related to children
* Strong skills and proven experience in new business development, project design, and donor proposal design with corporates, foundations and institutional donors
* Experience in d designing, implementing and managing monitoring, evaluation and learning systems

Desirable

* Competencies such as working effectively with others, innovating and adapting, leading and inspiring others, developing self and others and understanding of project cycle management.
* Ability to research, write and represent well, manage time, multi-task and delegate tasks

The Organisation:

Save the Children International We employ approximately 25,000 people across the globe and work on the ground in over 100 countries to help children affected by crises, or those that need better healthcare, education and child protection. We also campaign and advocate at the highest levels to realise the right of children and to ensure their voices are heard.

We are working towards three breakthroughs in how the world treats children by 2030:

• No child dies from preventable causes before their 5th birthday
• All children learn from a quality basic education and that,
• Violence against children is no longer tolerated

Application Information:

To apply, follow the link below, attach a copy of your CV and cover letter with your application, and include details of your current remuneration and salary expectations.

*Internal link; View the internal job posting

*External link:  View the external job posting

Application Deadline – 6 JANUARY 2023

We need to keep children safe so our selection process, which includes rigorous background checks, reflects our commitment to the protection of children from abuse.

All employees are expected to carry out their duties in accordance with our global anti-harassment policy. Save the Children is an equal employment employer, therefore, female applicants and those living with disabilities are encouraged to apply