Right To Play is a global organisation that protects, educates and empowers children to rise above adversity using the power of play. By harnessing play, one of the most powerful and fundamental forces in a child\u2019s life, we helped 2.3 million children last year to stay in school and out of work, to prevent life-threatening diseases and to stay safe from exploitation and abuse. We are the only global development organization focused exclusively on using play to transform the lives of children and youth impacted by poverty, war, disease and inequality.<\/p>\n
Established in 2000, Right To Play is headquartered in Toronto, Canada and has operations in 22 countries across North America, Europe, the Middle East, Africa, and Asia.<\/p>\n
With a shared passion for our mission, our Culture Code guides how we act and interact based on five core pillars:<\/strong><\/p>\n \u2022 Accept Everyone \u2013 Be intentional about inclusion Please visit our website to learn more about who we are and what we do, and watch this video to find out about the five pillars of our Culture Code.<\/p>\n Job Description<\/strong><\/p>\n Job Title:\u00a0Programs Director (PD)<\/strong><\/p>\n JOB SUMMARY<\/strong><\/p>\n \u2022 The Programs Director (PD) reports directly to Country Director (CD) and technically to the Global Director, Program Development. The incumbent is responsible for the development and implementation of a complex, multi-donor, multi-sector program in the country of operation. In addition, the Programs Director supports the Country Director in resource mobilization and setting the strategic direction for the Country Office.<\/p>\n PRIMARY RESPONSIBILITIES<\/strong><\/p>\n Job Responsibility #1:<\/strong>\u00a0Program Strategic Planning 35%<\/p>\n \u2022 Leads the programmatic management of all in country projects. Job Responsibility #2: Program quality, accountability and reporting 30%<\/strong><\/p>\n \u2022 Works closely with the Monitoring & Evaluation Team to maintain the internal monitoring, evaluation and learning system of Right To Play. Job Responsibility #3: Program financial management 5%<\/strong><\/p>\n \u2022 Coordinates with finance team to provide financial training for non-financial staff in effective country program financial management, including procurement, project implementation, compliance and project financial reporting. Job Responsibility #4: Team management, compliance and capacity building 10%<\/strong><\/p>\n \u2022 Communicates the program vision to the program team, leads and directs them toward achieving program goals and objectives. Job Responsibility #5: Representation and collaboration 15%<\/strong><\/p>\n \u2022 Builds and maintains highly collaborative working relationships with counterparts in other Right To Play offices, including the regional office, national offices and headquarters. Job Responsibility #6:<\/strong>\u00a0Performs other duties as assigned by the CD. 5%<\/p>\n Qualification Required & Experience<\/strong><\/p>\n EDUCATION\/TRAINING\/CERTIFICATION<\/p>\n \u2022 Master\u2019s degree in social sciences, development studies or other related disciplines OR an equivalent combination of education, professional development and relevant work experience.<\/p>\n EXPERIENCE:<\/strong><\/p>\n \u2022 A minimum of 7 years\u2019 experience managing international development programs and liaising with government officials and donors. COMPETENCIES \/ PERSONAL ATTRIBUTES<\/strong><\/p>\n \u2022 Superior organizational skills and ability to multi-task on a constant basis DESIRED QUALIFICATIONS (An Asset)<\/strong><\/p>\n \u2022 Experience working in at least one of the sectors\/themes included in the Country Strategic Plan (Education, Child Protection & Peaceful Communities). LANGUAGES<\/strong><\/p>\n \u2022 High level of proficiency in written and oral English<\/p>\n WHO YOU ARE<\/strong><\/p>\n You are passionate about our commitment to help children and youth rise above life\u2019s challenges through the power of play. You are highly collaborative and a relationship builder with a passion for humanitarian work, human rights and social change. You have been extensively involved in development and implementation of Programs. Your attention to detail is great and you have a positive, follow-through mindset. You are focused on strategically positioning Right To Play as a partner of choice for our donors.<\/p>\n WHAT YOU\u2019LL GET<\/strong><\/p>\n The opportunity to work with a passionate, innovative and collaborative team where you have the ability to make things happen. You will gain experience working for a globally recognized organization with a healthy culture premised on our Culture Code (accept everyone, make things happen, display courage, demonstrate care and be playful). In addition, we offer a competitive salary and benefits package.<\/p>\n Location:<\/strong>\u00a0Accra<\/p>\n How To Apply For The Job<\/strong><\/p>\n If you are interested in applying for this position, please send your resume and cover letter to:<\/p>\n GhanaHR@righttoplay.com<\/strong>\u00a0and kindly include \u201cPrograms Director\u201d in the subject line.<\/p>\n Closing Date:<\/strong>\u00a005 July, 2020<\/p>\n While we thank all applicants for their interest, only those selected for interviews will be contacted.<\/p>\n Right To Play provides equal employment opportunities to employees regardless of their gender, race, religion, age, disability, sexual orientation or marital status. We offer a family-friendly environment that allows for flexible work arrangements in order to support staff diversity and ensure a healthy work-life balance.<\/p>\n We are a child-centered organization. Our recruitment and selection procedures reflect our commitment to the safety and protection of children in our programs. The successful candidate will be required to provide a satisfactory police record check and vulnerable sector screening as a condition of employment.<\/p>\n To learn more about who we are and what we do, please visit our website at www.righttoplay.com<\/p>\n","protected":false},"excerpt":{"rendered":" Right To Play is a global organisation that protects, educates and empowers children to rise above adversity using the power of play. 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\n\u2022 Make Things Happen \u2013 Seek opportunities to lead and innovate
\n\u2022 Display Courage \u2013 Act with integrity
\n\u2022 Demonstrate Care \u2013 Look after yourself and one another
\n\u2022 Be Playful \u2013 Have fun at work<\/p>\n
\n\u2022 Leads the design and development of program strategies and plans with the program team and ensures their alignment with RTP strategies, in particular, the Country Strategic Plan.
\n\u2022 Ensures that program activities comply with all relevant legislation and professional standards. Ensures the program team stays abreast of the current program goals and objectives and participates in the program expansion plans.
\n\u2022 Ensures the program teams are implementing program activities in line with donor requirements to achieve project outcomes.
\n\u2022 Coordinates the preparation of timely and cost effective operational plans, budgets and strategic plans with the program team.
\n\u2022 Acts as advocacy manager, in close coordination with the Country Director, ensuring the influence of Right To Play on the policies and practices of key stakeholders in line with Right To Play\u2019s vision and mandate.
\n\u2022 Supports the CD in identifying new funding opportunities and developing project proposals in line with the Country Strategic Plan.
\n\u2022 Plans programs from start to completion involving deadlines, milestones and management processes.<\/p>\n
\n\u2022 Oversees of the use of program funds in line with donor agreements and Right To Play policies. Oversees the development and submission of quality narrative reports in line with donor requirements.
\n\u2022 Provides quarterly updates of lessons learned and best practices to CD\u2019s and stakeholders ensuring that program lessons are being used to promote improved program delivery.
\n\u2022 Identifies opportunities to develop high quality communications products such as case studies and success stories.
\n\u2022 Conducts regular program monitoring visits to project locations.
\n\u2022 Regularly reviews program implementation against program plans and identifies strategies to address potential bottlenecks and implementation issues.
\n\u2022 Ensures the highest technical quality of Right To Play programs, in line with Right To Play\u2019s program manual, and identifies opportunities for innovation and integration of global best practices.
\n\u2022 Identifies and evaluates the risks associated with program activities and takes appropriate action to mitigate risks in close coordination with other functional leads and the Country Director. Ensures the meaningful integration of Right To Play cross-cutting themes such as gender equality and child protection into program design and implementation.<\/p>\n
\n\u2022 Supports the budget planning processes to ensure that program funds are expended according to procedures and plans.
\n\u2022 Provides quality assurance, from the program perspective, on financial reports and supporting documentation in accordance with funding agreements.
\n\u2022 Ensures that programs operate within the approved budget and coordinates with the relevant office\/fundraising centre to seek necessary clarifications and preapprovals of any major budgetary revisions<\/p>\n
\n\u2022 Ensures that the program teams have a clear understanding of their roles, responsibilities and accountabilities; supported by clear job descriptions to ensure quality performance.
\n\u2022 Conducts program staffing needs assessment, presents recommendations to the CD and participates in the recruitment of the program team.
\n\u2022 Facilitates the capacity building of program team to ensure they have the appropriate skill levels for their positions and are developing to their full capacity; provides the necessary feedback to the program team and completes their performance appraisals.
\n\u2022 Provides direct support to the program team in the form of systems and tools.
\n\u2022 Implements policies and procedures that guide and support RTP activities, ensures compliance with RTP code of conduct, gender and child safeguarding policies.
\n\u2022 Develops and strengthens the program team\u2019s understanding of project cycle management.
\n\u2022 Establishes and implements a performance management process for all program staff.<\/p>\n
\n\u2022 Facilitates linkages, collaboration and networking with other civil society organizations and government and other relevant institutions to enhance Right To Play visibility and program activities.
\n\u2022 Represents Right To Play in various platforms and maintains positive relationships with government and other relevant stakeholders regarding Right To Play activities.
\n\u2022 Identifies and develops new partnerships with international and local NGOs and Community Based Organizations (CBOs)
\n\u2022 Communicates with clients, including children, and other stakeholders to gain community support for Right To Play programs and to solicit input to improve the program.
\n\u2022 Oversees the management of existing partnerships in line with good partnership principles and Right To Play policies.
\n\u2022 Ensures ownership of the program by local partners and stakeholders.
\n\u2022 Meets with government representatives, partners\u2019 staff, community leaders and children to discuss program improvement as needed.
\n\u2022 Joins the CD in meetings and represents him\/her when required.<\/p>\n
\n\u2022 Proven experience in project planning, proposal development, report writing, resource mobilization, networking, partnership building and working with NGOs (partnership with Civil Societies Organizations).<\/p>\n
\n\u2022 Excellent interpersonal communication skills to build rapport with staff, partners, government officials, donors and community leaders
\n\u2022 Ability to work under pressure meeting deadlines in a fast paced fluid environment
\n\u2022 Creative and flexible with problem solving skills
\n\u2022 Demonstrated professionalism and diplomacy
\n\u2022 Ability to confidently represent oneself and RTP to high level officials
\n\u2022 People management particularly coaching and influence management<\/p>\n
\n\u2022 Sport and play experience
\n\u2022 Experience in managing and strengthening civil societies organizations
\n\u2022 Coaching, mentoring and\/or training experience
\n\u2022 Gender mainstreaming background
\n\u2022 Child Safeguarding background<\/p>\n