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International Planned Parenthood Federation (IPPF) is a global sexual and reproductive health service provider and one of the leading advocates for universal access to sexual, reproductive health and rights (SRHR) for all. We are a worldwide movement of 149 national organizations working with and for communities and individuals and, together, have delivered more than 1 billion cumulative services over the last 6 years.  

Deliverables:
• Lead the implementation of the annual work plan and programme activities across the portfolio countries and intervention areas.
• Assess and continuously monitor the programme to ensure it reaches the milestones agreed with the donor and adheres to global best practice standards, taking necessary actions to mitigate risks.
• Submit quality-assured (narrative, financial, and programme management results framework) reports against key deliverables at intervals agreed with the donor, providing risk impact analysis and mitigations that may hinder KPI and compliance achievements.
• Adapt programme tools for Member Associations based on emerging changes/ways of thinking in programme and project delivery that enhance activity outputs.
• In collaboration with Global Leads and Architects of Cooperation, build a network of Member Associations and in-country programmatic subject matter experts to review lessons learned and promote cross-country working/thinking.
• Manage the programme’s risk register and advise Member Associations on risk mitigation approaches pertaining to operational, financial, and administrative requirements.
• Assess programme and financial management, developing capacity building approaches to ensure activities are implemented as per the annual workplan and budget.
• Working in close collaboration with Global Leads and MA Support and Development Directors, coordinate country site visits to verify activities on the ground, ensuring efficient and effective work practices of Member Associations and between partners.
• Review all financial reports to ensure they meet the IPPF and donor requirements.
• Review country data reporting and distill information into suitable formats that meet the programme's wider reporting needs.
• Ensure the programme is implemented in line with donor compliance requirements.
• Support the internal steering committee mechanism, detailing areas of progress, risks and concern and providing solutions for action.
• Partner with the Performance Learning and Impact team to implement the programme's result framework.
• Plan stakeholder visits to portfolio countries that showcase the work and achievements of the programme on the ground.
• Contribute relevant insights and support to Global Leads and technical areas as needed. 

 Expertise:
• Significant experience working in a global health or international development programmes. 
• Significant experience in programme management with preferred experience working on SRHR/FP programmes in sub-Saharan Africa. 
• Formal programme management qualification such as PMP, PRINCE2 or equivalent desirable. 
• Knowledge and experience implementing good programme management practices. 
• Experience of managing remote direct reports. 
• A good understanding of restricted donor-funded programmes and donor compliance requirements. 
• Experience working in matrix organisations. Excellent interpersonal skills with a proven ability to influence and negotiate. 
• Fluent English is essential. French, Spanish. Portuguese or Arabic are an advantage. 
• Excellent IT skills.