Qatar Charity Programs Manager Jobs in Kenya
Qatar Charity Programs Manager Jobs in Kenya;The Programs Manager ensures professional project management standards across humanitarian and development programming.
The role translates program plans into coherent emergency and development projects, coordinates resources, and oversees implementation to achieve intended results.
Reporting directly to the Country Director, the Programs Manager is responsible for planning, execution, monitoring, reporting, and closure of all program activities.
Key Responsibilities
Program Planning & Assessment
Assess humanitarian and development needs using accurate methodologies and research tools.
Formulate detailed plans to monitor program progress and report to the Country Director.
Develop tools and technologies to measure project performance against planned activities.
Implementation & Coordination
Ensure timely execution of program tasks within scope and budget.
Fulfill legal, administrative, and technical requirements for program completion.
Coordinate with internal teams, contractors, and partner organizations to deliver projects.
Supervise technical teams to ensure adherence to standards.
Reporting & Compliance
Prepare intermediary reports for the Country Director, HQ, and government authorities.
Supervise preparation of required government reports.
Ensure transparent participation in procurement committees in line with Qatar Charity policies.
Manage changes in project scope, schedule, and assignments using verification techniques.
Partnerships & Donor Relations
Follow up with partner organizations to ensure contractual obligations are met.
Build and manage relationships with donors, executive partners, and stakeholders.
Maintain donor lists and ensure compliance with donor requirements.
Risk Management & Problem Solving
Identify and resolve challenges hindering project implementation.
Escalate unsolvable issues
promptly to management.
Implement risk management strategies to reduce project risks.
Project Closure
Carry out final handover procedures in compliance with local laws and Qatar Charity policies.
Close completed programs and issue final technical and financial reports.
Create comprehensive project documentation.
Requirements
Education
Master’s degree in Project Management, Development Studies, Business Administration, International Relations, Humanitarian Studies, Social Sciences, or related field.
Experience
Minimum 10 years of progressive experience in humanitarian, development, or NGO programming.
At least 5 years in a senior program management role.
Proven experience managing multi‑sectoral programs (WASH, education, health, food security, livelihoods, emergency response, community development).
Strong knowledge of project cycle management (assessment, proposal, planning, budgeting, implementation, monitoring, evaluation, reporting, closure).
Experience in donor relations, partnership management, and compliance with donor/government requirements.
Skills & Competencies
Excellent leadership and team management skills.
Strong analytical, strategic planning, and problem‑solving abilities.
Proven ability to prepare high‑quality reports for donors and authorities.
Sound understanding of procurement, risk management, safeguarding, and accountability standards.
Excellent communication, negotiation, and interpersonal skills.
Ability to work under pressure and manage competing priorities.
High integrity, cultural sensitivity, flexibility, and commitment to humanitarian principles.
Proficiency in Microsoft Office and project management tools.
Languages
Fluency in English and Arabic required.
How to apply
Interested candidates are encouraged to send their updated CV, cover letter, and contact details of three professional references to pqckenya@qcharity.org.] Please include "Programs Manager – Kenya Office" in the subject line.
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