Director of Programme Development, Quality and Impact

Location: Johannesburg, Nairobi or London, South Africa, Kenya or UKContract type: AAI Grade G – Entry £81,857p/aReference: AAI-ILT-PDQIEnhance organisational performance and mission impact across the Federation in relation to AAI’s Human Rights-Based Approach (HRBA) and the mission objectives within the AAI Strategy by focusing on enhancing quality programme design, implementation and innovation; as well as monitoring and evaluation.Ensure greater integration between local, national and international programmes.Promote AAI in wider development debates, externally positioning AAI’s development approach to help build stronger networks, people movements and alliances.1x Humanitarian Director1x Head of Programme Development1x Head of Monitoring and Evaluation1x Team Administrator1x Programme Coordinator1x Transparency & Accountability AdvisorAs a member of the International Leadership Team (ILT); act as a key change agent, reinforce AAI’s mission, vision and values and make informed decisions;Lead and manage the Programme Development, Quality and Impact (PDQI) Directorate within a clear performance management framework, promoting a culture of high performance, continuous improvement, positive communication and teamwork;Ensure good management practice is continued at all levels within the PDQI Directorate;Interpret and apply all AAI’s HR policies consistently and effectively, and ensure that all staff are aware and compliant;Champion women’s leadership and empowerment.As a member of the ILT, participate in the development of AAI’s international strategy;Use AAI’s strategy and objectives to lead the design, implementation and management of the PDQI Directorate and project plans, engaging staff and other stakeholders in the process;Assess and respond to changes in the external environment ensuring that these changes are reflected in the PDQI Directorate’s strategy and project plans;Develop and be accountable for the budget of the entire PDQI Directorate.Ensure specialist and technical programmatic support for countries with the appropriate tools and content analysis;Promote and co-ordinate the sharing of best practice across the Federation;Identify opportunities for innovation and programmatic alternatives that provide sustainable solutions in AAI’s efforts to eradicate poverty;Lead the Directorate as the custodian of a repository of tools, content, program approach and best practice;Ensure integration with policy, campaigns, advocacy and research;Support and provide the tools for better integration between local, national and international programmes;Support the implementation of the International Platforms and ensure integrated planning between countries and International Secretariat (IS) units for each of the mission objectives;Oversee the preparation of cross-country funding proposals and follow through on delivery.Develop and support the implementation of monitoring and evaluation methods, with tools and skills aligned to HRBA;Drive the Quality assurance of evaluations and key processes on selected technical reviews;Set standards for M&E requirements;Drive the central system for monitoring the international strategy;Build Campaigns M&E capacity;Co-ordinate the EAGLES (Evaluation and Accountability Global Leaders) network;Ensure monitoring and evaluation of AAI’s performance in other organisational areas beyond programmes.Support country preparedness in emergencies and build resilience;Manage Emergency funds;Support existing capacity of Members/Countries to deliver emergency response;Facilitate country leadership of preparedness planning and emergency response;Lead and/or oversee timely, agile and HRBA-led humanitarian responses.Promote platforms for sharing best practice and identify countries that have knowledge and best practice;Ensure that a repository of programmatic knowledge is kept up to date;Ensure that AAI’s partnership policies are updated and applied.Collaborate to build the capacity of PDQI and seek synergies with Policy, Research, Advocacy and Campaigns (PRAC) directorate, make use of skills at country level in programme development and PRAC;Build partners' capacity on HRBA. Work with the capacity building team and with countries in supporting capacity development of staff and partners.Manage and take responsibility for budget, including delegated responsibility for resources within approved limits;Prepare activity-based budgets and monitor actual monthly spend against these budgets, including providing relevant accruals and explanations for variances;Approve all transactions (including amendments) to the budget;Act within the parameters set by International Secretariat financial policies and procedures.Demonstrate a strong commitment to develop, promote and practise AAI’s vision, mission, values and strategy;Demonstrate a strong commitment to Gender issues with a strong focus on women's leadership;Collaborate on cross functional learning, participate (where applicable) in international platforms and cross functional project initiatives within AAI;Promote, practise and contribute to continuous improvement in the areas of transparency and accountability in line with the AAI Accountability Charter;Support the International Board’s Committees;The role holder will also be required to carry out any other duties that are within the scope of the job from time to time.Master’s Degree with significant experience working in programmes development;Excellent understanding and experience of HRBA, program quality and impact assessment;Good command of the English language, both verbal and written.A high achieving, experienced and dynamic professional with a proven ability to develop the kind of clear strategies required for the PDQI Directorate;Proven experience of managing/leading a large diversified team, with a focus on high performance and problem solving;Proven experience of promoting women leaders and gender-aware programme development;Proven track record of facilitative, collaborative team management to drive a culture of accountability and ownership along with a natural ability to network and build successful lasting relationships;Outstanding communications skills across various cultures;Commercial acumen, with strategy and planning expertise as well as financial and budgeting expertise and a flair for innovation;Commitment to AAI’s vision, mission and values;Proven experience in program development at local and national levels;Proven experience in international development;Proven experience in impact assessment;Proven experience in multi-stakeholder management.Experience working at an International Leadership Level, including working with Boards;Knowledge of other international languages such as Spanish, Portuguese and French is desirable.Strategic Perspective - Demonstrates understanding of the Organisation’s priorities and goals and analyses complex problems effectively.Change Management - Uses effective strategies to facilitate organisation change initiatives and overcome resistance to change by involving others, listening and building commitment.Decisiveness- Prefers quick and appropriate actions in many management situations.Leading Employees - Attracts, motivates, and develops employees.Building Collaborative Relationships - Builds productive working relationships with co-workers and external parties, whilst valuing people of different backgrounds, cultures and demographics.Communication - Expresses ideas clearly and concisely; disseminates information about decisions and plans.Leading with Purpose- Has personal direction and is not easily sidetracked by details or workload.Credibility- Acts in accordance with stated values; follows through on promises; uses ethical considerations to guide decisions and actions.To apply for this role, kindly attach your CV (in English) and a motivational letter(of 350 words or fewer) which summarizes how your profile aligns with the key requirements, skills and abilities of this role. Kindly send these to us as word files only.After submitting your application you will receive an automatic confirmation. If you do not receive this (kindly check your spam folder as well), please contact Mission Talent via applications@missiontalent.com .Thank you in advance for your interest in this position. Please note that only candidates under serious consideration will be contacted by Mission Talent for follow-up.Short-listed candidates will be interviewed by Mission Talent on 20/21 October. Interviews with ActionAid International will take place 27/28 October.