About the jobPosition: Program Director - ImplementationReport to: Country DirectorLevel: EMS - 10Location: Action Against Hunger USA, Addis Ababa, EthiopiaLast updated: August 2024Length of Contract: 2 Years, with a high probability of extensionAction Against Hunger-USA is part of the Action Against Hunger International network, which provides humanitarian relief in over 50 countries worldwide in the sectors of nutrition, health, water/sanitation, food security & Livelihood and protection. Action Against Hunger-USA, an independent NGO, currently manages operations in 8 countries: Ethiopia, Somalia, South Sudan, Kenya, Tanzania, Uganda, Zambia & Haiti. Action Against Hunger-USA has over $110 million in programs, and approximately 2500 staff based in the various country offices, Head Quarter in Washington DC and Operational Centre in Nairobi. Additional growth is anticipated.I. Summary of position Action Against Hunger in Ethiopia is looking for a dynamic, energetic, ambitious, and results-oriented Program Director who will be responsible for driving cross-functional engagement in the implementation and delivery of our Country Programs.S/he is responsible.Manage day to day implementation and programmatic reportingManages day-to-day budget execution and financial reportingCollaborates with PDQ on budget development and allocationOptimizes budget utilization for program implementation and outcomesEnsures financial accountability and compliance within the programPurpose:The Program Director is a member of the senior management team and works to ensure program implementation, as well as growth where appropriate , and strong representation. The Program Director directly supervises Field Coordinators ensuring that projects and programs address beneficiary needs and are implemented according to Action Against Hunger global strategy, donor guidelines, approved work plans, and budgets.Engagement: The Program Director will internally work closely with the base Field Coordinator, Program Managers, Capital Support, and Program Head of Departments.Externally, build relationships with Local INGOs, local government officials, community leaders in the program implementation area, donors and other relevant stakeholders to ensure programs are relevant and impactful.Delivery: The Program Director will ensure projects and programs are delivered on scope, on time and on budgetMain Duties And ResponsibilitiesEnsure the highest standards of quality and accountability through compliance with Action Against Hunger policies, standards and international standards for emergency response, Disaster mitigation, rehabilitation and development. Ensure that systems are in place so that projects are managed on scope, on time and on budget to achieve the desired impact on communities' resilience and free from hunger. Oversee the alignment with Action Against Hunger program strategy in areas of all programs, including developing a project implementation planVisit Action Against Hunger field activities regularly, report on challenges, troubleshoot and liaise with the Field Coordinators and the Base Program ManagersParticipate in the monthly Grants Management Meeting, review progress and provide feedback as needed. Review the monthly Grants Management Tool and ensure program objectives, timelines and budgets are respected and raise the alarm where/when significant delays are observedEnsure the timely preparation of project reports at the highest quality and provide feedback as necessaryParticipate in the development of Emergency Preparedness and Response PlansProvide leadership to both program and support teams in the field, and provide representation of Action Against Hunger to existing and new funding, implementing partners, stakeholders and local authoritiesCapitalize on integration management among thematic sectors and Support units to maximize impact and benefit to beneficiaries while optimizing costs/efficiencyProvide analysis of the current security and socio-economic situation, trends, need, gaps, and activities of external parties in areas served in order to inform the country leadership teamEnsure activities and programs are contextually appropriate and meeting the needs of beneficiaries and identify new strategic opportunitiesRepresent Action Against Hunger in external meetings with, partners, clusters, working groups, and other NGOs and government agencies in order to stay informed, report relevant findings to the Country Office, and increase Action Against Hunger's visibility within the donor and partner communityCultivate strong networks and relationships with external partners, local authorities and others; skillfully manage stakeholders and obtain buy-in for Action Against Hunger Ethiopia activities as neededSupport proposal assessment, development, and budgetingCollaborate with and support country communications team in production of external & internal visibility productsSupport Grants Management in compliance and monitoring of all Action Against Hunger Ethiopia grant submissions, program implementation, monitoring, and reportingManage program finances including cash flows, budget forecasting, and reportingOversee procurement flows, ensuring timely supply management to the field offices as well as compliance with all application policies and regulationsProvide regular updates and summary reports to the Country DirectorEnsure compliance and understanding of all policies and procedures related to fraud, corruption, transparency, and whistleblowing