Overarching Purpose:
Overseeing the development programs to ensure that they meet quality standards and that they are in line with IAM’s strategic direction, Values and other international standards.
Key Responsibilities
Strategic Leadership & Program Management
- Develop comprehensive provincial strategic plans that align with IAM's country strategy, incorporating local needs assessment, resource planning, and long-term sustainability goals
- Lead the planning, implementation, monitoring, and evaluation of all provincial projects, ensuring quality standards and timely delivery while maintaining focus on community impact
- Ensure the integration of cross-cutting themes, including gender equality, environmental sustainability, and conflict sensitivity across all programs and activities
- Coordinate the development of detailed annual operational plans and budgets, including resource allocation, staffing plans, and activity timelines
- Build and nurture strategic relationships with key stakeholders, including government officials, community leaders, and partner organizations, to ensure program effectiveness
Leadership & Supervision
- Guide strategic direction, provide technical support, and ensure effective project implementation through regular coaching and performance management through direct supervision of:
- Project Managers/Component Leads; MEARL; Media and Communications; Operations and Security; finance, Admin and HR
- Ensure staff capacity gaps are identified, and plans are in place in consultation with the IAM Training Department.
Operational Management
- Direct provincial operations, including Admin/HR, Finance, IT, and Logistics through integrated management systems that ensure efficient resource utilization
- Foster effective coordination between technical and support functions to create synergies and improve program delivery
- Establish and maintain security protocols and risk management strategies adapted to the local context
- Oversee provincial resource allocation and budget management to maximize program impact while ensuring fiscal responsibility
- Ensure strict compliance with organizational policies while adapting procedures to meet local needs effectively
Stakeholder Management & Coordination
- Serve as IAM's primary representative at the provincial level, building strong relationships with government authorities and maintaining necessary permissions for program implementation
- Develop and maintain strategic partnerships with community leaders, local organizations, and beneficiaries to ensure program relevance and community ownership
- Facilitate collaboration with other Provincial Leads to share best practices, leverage resources, and ensure consistency in approach across provinces
- Support donor engagement through high-quality reporting, proposal development, and relationship management
