Programme Manager Somalia & Ethiopia – Kenya National Staff Position at Johanniter International

Position Overview

Working directly under the responsibility of the Head of Mission, the Programme Manager will be responsible for the overall coordination, technical guidance, oversight, monitoring, and quality of projects in Somalia (80%), temporarily supporting the establishment of a presence in Ethiopia (20%), and providing support to Kenya programmes as needed.

Strategy and Vision

• Actively support the values of Johanniter and shape work according to these values
• Contribute to the development and implementation of the global strategy of Johanniter International Assistance in your area of responsibility
• Support the implementation of the country strategy in your area of responsibility in line with the global JIA strategy
• Support the development of an organizational culture and leadership that addresses power relations and privilege, promotes diversity and inclusion, and encourages continuous self-reflection

Leadership

• Actively live and lead by example, upholding the Johanniter leadership principles and creating a culture where the leadership mindset can emerge and thrive
• Actively empower and guide team members to create an inclusive, accountable work environment to achieve shared goals and embrace change
• Reflect leadership principles in day-to-day activities in line with the Code of Conduct and related policies to achieve organizational goals

Project Management

• Coordinate with implementing partner(s) in the planning, implementation, and monitoring of Johanniter projects in Somalia and Ethiopia
• Ensure that activity and training plans are up to date, followed, and that project objectives are met
• Ensure that partner project staff understand and comply with Johanniter and donor requirements for respective projects
• Ensure that projects are implemented in a way that is responsive to communities, in line with Johanniter's Leadership Guiding Principles