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Position: Programme Manager, Ultra Poor Graduation and Livelihoods

Job Location: Dhaka, Bangladesh

About the Role:

The Programme Manager will contribute to design Ultra-Poor Graduation programme and relevant livelihood programme being implemented in different BI countries in alignment with BI programmatic strategies and priorities as well as contribute to the process of integrated livelihood programme development to serve the broader livelihood needs. This position will also significantly contribute to quality and timely implementation of the programme through country team by providing hands-on technical support, standardized supervision model, technical checklist, monitoring systems and other necessary tools in each BI country. This position will also support UPGI to expand government led Graduation approach through augmented delivery model implemented by BI countries.

Major Resposibilities:

• Contribute in designing context specific Ultra Poor Graduation programme and relevant livelihood programme as well as generate new ideas to develop an integrated programme to address border livelihood development agenda.
• Provide hands-on technical support to the country teams to ensure timely delivery and quality implementation of ongoing programme/project through developing and reviewing quality of operations manual, training modules and sessions, IEC materials, market assessment tools, standardized supervision model, technical checklist, monitoring systems and other necessary contents.
• Contribute to the production and operationalization of project management tools, such as budget review, workplans, resource allocation mechanism and reporting formats etc..
• Evaluate the effectiveness of the programme design, capture learnings and recommend necessary changes to fine tune the programme strategy and implementation modality.
• Suggest capacity development initiatives to the country team at the country and project level to implement the quality programme maintaining set standards.
• Work with programme and monitoring teams to develop M&E framework, key performance indicators (KPIs), and learning objectives for each programme/project; and support timely and quality report submission to donors and other internal stakeholders.
• Conduct filed visits and meetings with country teams to check the quality of programme/project implementation as per standards; ensure that mechanisms are in place to measure and improve quality of programmes performance
• Ensure effective development and smooth implementation of digital data collection systems, as well as experimental and action research
• Establish common practices for learning and knowledge sharing among UPG and livelihood programme teams in BI countries
• Closely work with UPGI to expand government led Graduation approach through augmented delivery model implemented by BI countries.

Experience:

• At least 5-6 years of experience in managing, implementing and/or technical assistance to development programmes in hard-to-reach communities.

Educational Qualification:

• Masters in relevant discipline preferably in Development Studies, Social Science, etc. from reputed universities

Knowledge, Skills & Competencies:

• Extensive experience in the design, implementation/technical support and monitoring of Graduation and/or livelihoods programmes in disadvantaged communities
• Proven ability to effectively guide multi-cultural teams with a strategic vision and strong operational focus
• Openness to learn and explore new ideas with a deep commitment to quality
• Ability to grasp the nuances and complexities of local contexts, and lead with a high degree of cultural sensitivity
• Ability to work independently and within a team
• Experience in capacity building and mentoring young professionals
• Experience as a Programme Manager in curricula development, training and facilitation
• Excellent communications skills

How to Apply:

About BRAC International:

BRAC International (BI), a leading non-profit organization, is on a mission to empower people and communities facing poverty, illiteracy, disease, and social injustice. Our vision is to create a world free from exploitation and discrimination, where everyone has the opportunity to realise their potential. We design proven, scalable solutions that equip people with the support and confidence they need to achieve their potential.

BRAC was founded in Bangladesh in 1972 and over the last five decades has grown to become one of the world’s largest non-governmental organisations (NGOs), reaching over 100 million people. We started our first international operation by venturing into Afghanistan in 2002, building on lessons from our work in Bangladesh to support a nation devastated by war. Currently operating in 16 countries across Asia and Africa. Born, proven and led in the Global South, BRAC International brings a unique Southern perspective and commitment to continuous learning, providing a depth of insight, experience and evidence to meet the needs of diverse communities with humility and courage across Asia and Africa. To learn more about BRAC International, please visit (www.bracinternational.org.com)

Our Core Values:

Integrity: We approach our work with honesty and integrity.

Innovation: We innovate and iterate to improve our impact.

Inclusiveness: We foster inclusion to reach those who need it most

Effectiveness: We strive for effectiveness to better serve people in poverty

If you feel you are the right match for the above-mentioned position, please follow the application process to grab your dream opportunity!

External candidates are recommended to email their Resume with a cover letter and any supporting documents to recruitment.bi@brac.net; mentioninga brief academic background, career summary, core competence, professional certifications (if any) etc. within 250 words.

Internal candidates are recommended to apply with their latest Resume including all job assignments in detail and a cover letter mentioning core competence and career aspiration with BRAC PIN and email to internal.bi@brac.net copying their immediate reporting manager.

Please mention the name of the position and AD# BI 70/24 in the subject bar.

Application deadline: 28 November 2024

BRAC is committed to safeguarding children, young people and adults, and expects all employees and volunteers to share the same commitment. We believe every stakeholder and every member of the communities we work with has the right to be protected from all forms of harm, abuse, neglect, harassment, and exploitation – regardless of age, race, religion, and gender, status as an individual with a disability or ethnic origin. Therefore, our recruitment policy and procedure include extensive background checks and disclosure of criminal records in order to ensure safeguarding to the fullest extent.

“BRAC International is an equal opportunities employer”