Exciting Globally Recruited Position Alert: CIFOR-ICRAF is seeking a highly motivated Programme Manager (Apply by April 4, 2025.)
Programme Manager – Regreening Africa (Re-advertised)
Reference number: 100101
Job status: In-progress
Job category: Global Position
Duty station: Dakar, Senegal
About CIFOR-ICRAF
The Center for International Forestry Research (CIFOR) and World Agroforestry (ICRAF) are global research institutions committed to improving lives and protecting ecosystems through innovative science and research. With over 65 years of combined experience, CIFOR and ICRAF focus on enhancing the environment and well-being of people by integrating trees into landscapes, from drylands to the humid tropics.
We address pressing global challenges, such as energy insecurity, biodiversity loss, and the climate crisis, using a multidisciplinary approach. Both CIFOR and ICRAF are part of CGIAR, a global research partnership that works towards a food-secure future by reducing poverty, improving food and nutrition security, and fostering sustainable resource management.
The Role
CIFOR-ICRAF is seeking a highly motivated Programme Manager to lead the Regreening Africa Programme—an ambitious, multi-institutional initiative aimed at ecosystem restoration and sustainable land management across seven countries in the Sahel and Horn of Africa. In its second phase, this programme is recognized as a UN Decade Flagship for Ecosystem Restoration.
The Programme Manager will play a critical role in coordinating and managing the programme, ensuring successful outcomes through strong partnerships, effective communication, and strategic leadership.
Key Responsibilities
As the Programme Manager, you will oversee the overall management and operations of the Regreening Africa programme, ensuring effective coordination and delivery of activities across the participating countries: Ethiopia, Somalia, Nigeria, Senegal, Ghana, Mali, and Niger. Key duties include:
- Programme Management
- Provide technical input and contribute to scientific publications.
- Ensure seamless coordination and collaboration among all implementing entities in the seven countries.
- Manage the programme’s budget in close collaboration with CIFOR-ICRAF finance staff.
- Prepare programmatic reports, annual plans, and budgets for donors.
- Facilitate semi-annual planning and budgeting processes.
- Ensure the timely delivery of all project outputs, maintaining high standards of quality.
- Mentor, supervise, and manage programme team members, including staff and consultants.
- Coordination and Stakeholder Engagement
- Develop and enhance partnerships with country-level partners and regional leadership.
- Ensure the effective functioning of regional and intra-country teams, ensuring that partners’ strengths are fully utilized.
- Monitor progress, quality, and corrective actions as needed.
- Support country teams in preparing annual implementation plans and budgets.
- Facilitate Programme Steering Committee meetings and policy engagement processes.
- Support advocacy efforts and policy development through documentation such as policy briefs and position papers.
- Donor Relations and Reporting
- Maintain strong relations with the donor organization, providing regular updates on programme progress and developments.
- Lead the preparation of progress updates and ensure that all reporting requirements are met.
Requirements
- Education: Minimum of a Master’s Degree in project management, environmental science, restoration, agroforestry, development, agriculture, or a related field.
- Experience:
- At least 10 years of progressive experience in managing international development projects.
- A minimum of 5 years of experience managing multi-country development programmes.
- Strong experience (at least 5 years) in people management, strategic planning, risk management, and using project management tools.
- Proven track record of managing complex, multi-stakeholder projects and facilitating activities across multiple organizations.
- Experience in participatory approaches, particularly with farmer innovation, is an advantage.
Terms and Conditions
- This is a Globally Recruited position.
- Location: The duty station will be in Dakar, Senegal, at CIFOR-ICRAF offices.
- Competitive remuneration is offered, in USD, commensurate with skills and experience.
Application Process
The deadline for applications is April 4, 2025. Please submit your application before this date.
While we acknowledge all applications, only shortlisted candidates will be contacted.
Join CIFOR-ICRAF and contribute to the vital work of Regreening Africa, advancing sustainable development, ecosystem restoration, and creating lasting impact across the Sahel and Horn of Africa. Apply today!
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