Program development manager leading proposals, strategy, and growth for Catalyste+’s international development programs. Coordinating teams, funders, technical experts, and project portfolios.
Responsibilities
Execute all aspects of program development and growth
Lead the organization’s program growth and development strategy by designing, developing and writing proposals and concept notes
Coordinate with senior leaders to implement Catalyste+’s strategy for growing and managing its project portfolio and pursuing new opportunities
Maintain processes to track, prioritize and report program development initiatives and pipeline opportunities
Guide program design and setup, including results-based management, thematic issues, value for money and innovative approaches
Develop strategies in thematic areas including gender, governance and environment
Build and maintain networks of organizations, funders and individuals
Identify programmatic synergies between projects
Use analytics to support evidence-based planning, programming, budgeting and resource allocation
Collaborate with Program and Communications teams on clear, aligned technical messaging
Develop and manage technical content for communications, training and orientations
Cultivate and coordinate technical experts and promote knowledge sharing
Develop and promote technical tools to improve operations across departments
Conduct staff performance management assessments
Provide direction, training, coaching, supervision, professional support, performance feedback and career planning
Requirements
Strong, demonstrated and successful program design and proposal development experience in international development projects and/or relevant university degree
Understanding of advanced aspects of the primary area of specialization and fundamental concepts of related disciplines
Demonstrated leadership skills
Ability to build consensus, strengthen relationships among disparate stakeholders, and influence with/without formal authority
Excellent interpersonal and project management skills
Energetic self-starter
Excellent interpersonal, presentation, and verbal communication skills
Exceptional time-management, organization and prioritization skills
Bilingual French/English; English/Spanish is an asset
Benefits
Rewarding and meaningful work environment
Work/Life balance; remote or hybrid work and flexible schedules
Comprehensive Health Benefits plan
Mental Health & Wellness Programs
Generous employer matched pension plan
Internal training & development events
Mentorship program
Innovative, collaborative & creative work environment
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