Senior Programme Manager X1

**Main purpose of the job**:

- To lead and oversee the implementation of all project activities within the allocated geographical area

**Location**:

- **Tshwane
***Key performance areas**:

- Coordinate and manage the implementation of the Wits RHI Gophelega strategy within the supported district/region
- Prioritize the implementation of activities to maximize outputs and outcomes
- Manage the implementation support for key DoH priority programmes within the district/region, aligned to the project, such as fast-tracking 95-95-95 strategy, HAST, Maternal Child Health, National Adherence Strategy etc.
- Develop and implement district plans to deliver on the activities outlined in the Gophelega implementation work plans
- Regularly evaluate progress on implementation plans and escalate identified challenges to seniors
- Track and monitor all programme components within the geographical area
- Participate in regular progress meetings with the district team to monitor the progress of the strategic plan and deliverables
- Provide strategic direction and input to address identified gaps
- Ensure collaboration and coordination across technical areas to ensure smooth implementation and effective delivery of the project, in line with project goals and district/regional priorities
- Develop/review work plans and other strategic programme documents for effective implementation of the overall programme, with a focus on district/regional priorities
- Coordinate implementation of project activities with external agencies such as public health, NGO partners, donor monitoring and auditing agencies and others as necessary
- Communicate and promote the Wits RHI strategy to members of the district team and other stakeholders
- Develop and effectively manage relationships with external and internal stakeholders including DoH, donors, CBOs, community partners and relevant Wits RHI structures within the geographical area
- Maintain close communication with the Wits RHI M&E team to ensure adequate and regular reporting to provincial, DMT, PEPFAR, facility DoH managers, and other related structures
- Serve as a senior representative of the project on both internal and external forums / working groups within the geographical area
- Report activities monthly (or as required) to relevant stakeholders. Compile monthly and quarterly reports for relevant internal and external stakeholders
- Participate in strategic meetings with DoH, donors or as applicable
- Undertake regular site visits to ensure and support the implementation of activities according to plan
- Regularly evaluate progress on implementation activities through on-site review
- Ensure compliance with QI activities at all supported facilities, in collaboration with other Wits RHI teams
- Lead the implementation of assessments to identify key bottlenecks as required
- Facilitate the identification, planning (structure), and execution of improvement projects throughout the implementation sites
- Report on key achievements, challenges and successes according to programme reporting timelines
- Ensure programme data is regularly reviewed and analysed, gaps identified and action plans or mitigation plans implemented
- Disseminate accurate reports to internal and external stakeholders on an ongoing basis
- Support the development of DIP monitoring reports according to reporting requirements
- Document best practices across the various quality improvement projects in each programme area in collaboration with technical experts
- Supervise and manage line reports in keeping with Wits RHI policies and procedures
- Attend to all staffing requirements and administration
- Supervise and manage the duties of subordinates to ensure optimal staff utilisation and maintenance of sound labour relations
- Perform and facilitate performance development and assessments
- Identify substandard performance by team members and take necessary corrective action
- Coach and train subordinates and team members to ensure the acquisition of knowledge and skills required by the organisation
- Facilitate skills transfer from programme staff to DOH counterparts
- Promote harmony, teamwork and sharing of information
- Take ownership and accountability for tasks and demonstrates effective self-management
- Follow through to ensure that quality and productivity standards of own work are consistently and accurately maintained
- Maintain a positive attitude and respond openly to feedback
- Take ownership for driving own career development by participating in ongoing training and development activities such as forums, conferences, policy setting workshops etc.

**Required minimum education and training**:

- **Professional degree or diploma, Master’s degree or equivalent in Public Health, Management or related fields**

**Required minimum work experience**:

- **5-10 years’ management experience within donor-funded public health or private health care programme**

**Desirable additional education, work exper