Ecd Programme Manager

2 months ago

Johannesburg, South Africa Do More Foundation Full time

**Job title**: ECD programme manager
**Division**: Community-centred child portfolio
**Business**: Do More Foundation
**Location**: Gauteng, North West, or Mpumalanga
**Role Type**: Permanent
About the Do More Foundation
The Do More Foundation is an independent non-profit organisation in South Africa dedicated to improving the lives of children and their communities. Working with over 260 partners across public, private, and non-governmental sectors, the foundation aims to create a significant impact. More information can be found at domore.org.za.
Purpose of the role
The ECD programme manager will manage the implementation of the Do More Foundation’s ‘Everyone Gets to Play’ model across three provinces. Key responsibilities include overseeing outputs, contracts, budgets, invoicing, and reporting of implementing partners and service providers, managing multi-sector stakeholders, planning for expansion in new areas, overseeing monitoring, evaluation, and learning (MEL) data, and communicating insights to inform the broader portfolio strategy.
The ‘Everyone Gets to Play’ model is a collaborative approach that unites the public sector, business, civil society, and non-profit organisations to co-create a vision for children. Guided by the National Integrated Early Childhood Development Policy (NIECDP), this approach offers a basket of services essential for the well-being, growth, and health of children aged zero to five years. Main responsibilities
**Manage implementation**: Oversee the 'Everyone Gets to Play' model in three provinces, ensuring programmes are implemented on time and within budget.
**Partner management**: Manage outputs, contracts, budgets, invoicing, and reporting of implementing partners and service providers.
**Budget and reporting**: Oversee budget management and ensure accurate financial reporting.
**Evidence-based delivery**: Ensure programmes are aligned with the Do More Foundation's basket of services.
**Stakeholder engagement**: Facilitate collaboration with businesses, government, and civil society.
**Expansion planning**: Scope, analyse, and plan for expansion in existing and new areas.
**Data management**: Oversee MEL data provision.
**Strategic communication**: Communicate insights to inform broader portfolio strategy.
**Foundation initiatives**: Contribute to broader foundation initiatives and national projects.
**Risk management**: Identify and mitigate risks related to programme implementation.
**Capacity building**: Support implementing partners in building their capacity for high-quality programme delivery.
**Innovation and best practices**: Implement innovative approaches and adapt best practices to local contexts.
**Compliance**: Ensure compliance with local regulations and foundation policies. Experience and training
Five to eight years of experience in programme management, community development, or a related field.
High proficiency in computer literacy.
Good command of English, both written and spoken.
Education and qualifications
Bachelor’s degree in social sciences, development studies, public administration, or a related discipline.
A postgraduate qualification or certification in project management is advantageous but not essential.
Experience in early childhood development, community development, or a related sector is highly desirable.
Knowledge and skills
**Communication**: Excellent verbal and written communication skills.
**Interpersonal skills**: Ability to collaborate with diverse teams and stakeholders.
**Project management**: Proficiency in managing projects, including budgeting and reporting.
**Financial management**: Strong understanding of budgeting, financial reporting, and invoicing.
**MEL**: Knowledge of MEL frameworks and data analysis.
**Stakeholder engagement**: Expertise in managing relationships with multi-sector stakeholders.
**Strategic thinking**: Ability to analyse complex situations and develop effective solutions.
**Leadership**: Strong leadership qualities, including the ability to inspire and guide teams.
**Adaptability**: Flexibility and the ability to adapt to changing circumstances.
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