PROGRAM MANAGER

RECRUITMENT NOTICE : PROGRAM MANAGER - STRIVING FOR ALL, NGO Cameroon
Carrefour Messapresse, Bonanjo, DoualaFull time, Onsite

Position Summary

The Program Manager provides strategic leadership, oversight, and accountability for the design, delivery, and performance of all programmes within the organization. The role ensures programmes are aligned with the organization’s mission, strategic objectives, donor requirements, and impact goals, while maintaining high standards of quality, compliance, and sustainability.

Key Responsibilities

Strategic Leadership & Programme Oversight

Provide strategic leadership and direction for SFA’s program portfolio in Cameroon and internationally (as applicable)
Lead programme design, planning, implementation, and evaluation in line with SFA’s strategic plan
Ensure programmatic alignment with donor priorities, organizational goals, and best practices

Programme Quality, Monitoring & Evaluation

Oversee results-based management (RBM) systems, monitoring, evaluation, accountability, and learning (MEAL) frameworks
Ensure timely, accurate, and high-quality programme reporting to donors, partners, and the Board
Promote learning, innovation, and continuous improvement across programmes

Team Leadership & Capacity Building

Lead, supervise, and mentor Program Managers and program staff
Strengthen staff capacity through coaching, training, and performance management
Foster a collaborative, inclusive, and results-oriented team culture

Partnerships & External Relations

Build and manage strategic partnerships with donors, government agencies, UN bodies, NGOs, and community organizations
Represent SFA Cameroon in external meetings, forums, and networks
Support resource mobilization efforts in collaboration with leadership and development teams

Financial Management & Compliance

Oversee programme budgets and expenditures in coordination with finance staff
Ensure compliance with donor agreements, organizational policies, safeguarding standards, and audit requirements
Identify and manage programmatic risks and mitigation strategies

Policy, Safeguarding & Accountability

Ensure integration of safeguarding, gender equality, inclusion, and human rights across all programs
Uphold SFA’s codes of conduct and ethical standards
Support organizational accountability and transparency initiatives

Required Qualifications

Education

Master’s degree in International Development, Public Administration, Social Sciences, Non-profit Management, or a related field

Experience

Minimum of 5 years of progressively responsible experience in programme management, including senior leadership roles
Proven experience managing complex, donor-funded programmes
Experience working with nonprofits, NGOs, or international development organizations

Languages

Fluency in English required
Knowledge of additional languages is an asset

Core Competencies

Strategic thinking and leadership
Results-based management and accountability
Strong people management and mentoring skills
Excellent communication, negotiation, and representation skills
High ethical standards and professionalism

Technical Skills

Programme design and evaluation frameworks
Budget oversight and donor compliance
Risk management and safeguarding systems
Advanced reporting and analytical skills

Conditions of Service

Salary commensurate with experience
Commitment to SFA safeguarding, ethical, and equal opportunity standards

HOW TO APPLY ?
All applications must be submitted ONLINE at : https://strivingforall.org/home-english/about-us/join-our-team/ or email your resume and cover letter to careers@striv