Country Representative and Program Manager, Namibia

About the role

Project HOPE, an international NGO working in over 25 countries on global health challenges, is hiring a Country Representative and Program Manager for Namibia (Windhoek). The role leads and coordinates all Project HOPE activities in Namibia, oversees donor-funded projects, and liaises with Project HOPE HQ and the Africa Regional Team.

Key responsibilities

• Oversee coordination of subawards, track deliverables and act as main contact for operational and coordination matters with the Africa Regional Team, HQ and the prime partner.
• Supervise a team of project staff and work with regional and project M&E staff to monitor and report on activities.
• Prepare quarterly, semi-annual and annual reports and contribute to work plans, implementation plans, M&E plans and program designs.
• Act as subaward budget holder, track financial reporting and ensure monthly projections are accurate.
• Lead new business development and represent Project HOPE with partners, governments and donors.
• Help set local office policies and procedures, including HR manual, procurement manual and benefits package.
• Build relationships with implementing partners, research opportunities, write and review technical content, and oversee ongoing grants and donor reporting.

Required profile

• Master's degree in Public Health.
• 8-10 years of field-based experience, including managing large, complex, multi-partner, donor-funded programs at a senior level, with at least 5 years in a senior management position.
• Preferred: experience with infectious disease and RMNCH programming.
• Experience supervising a multi-disciplinary team in a cross-cultural setting and leading strategic and operational planning.
• Knowledge of financial management, including audits and donor compliance.
• English proficiency; ability to travel internationally, including to hardship locations.

Required skills

• Leadership, management and human resource management (capacity building, coaching, conflict management).
• Strong written and verbal communication, including concept notes and program reports.
• Ability to manage multiple priorities with minimal supervision.