Program Manager

Role Overview

• Own custom Partnership Scoping and Co-Design: Drive the collaborative scoping and design process for customized, fee-based ecosystem partnerships by aligning with interested institutions to define goals, target audiences, and success measures.
• Manage Curriculum Architecture and Adaptation: Lead the development of customized leadership pathways, ranging from single skill-building sessions to multi-month cohort learning arcs and retreats, grounded in GHC’s core pillars, such as Authentic Leadership, Collective Leadership, and Systems Thinking.
• Manage Expert Facilitation and Program Delivery: Serve as a facilitator for customized leadership offerings, applying evidence-based adult learning methods to create highly engaging, inclusive, and practical learning spaces for emerging and mid-career managers.
• Manage and execute the ALA fellow recruitment process, including designing and driving a regional outreach strategy.
• Own the ALA fellow selection process, managing application reviews, conducting interviews, and ranking candidates.
• Manage the preparation of the in-country onboarding program for all new fellows joining the GHC fellowship.
• Manage the organization and co-conduction of regular coaching calls and check-ins with fellows, providing supportive accompaniment in professional and personal development throughout the fellowship year.
• Own the role of key point of contact for fellows throughout the year, coordinating general fellowship program logistics and ensuring fellows complete all program commitments.
• Manage the organization of country-based activities and events for fellows, including quarterly workshops, attendance at a mid-year retreat, and locally based events and opportunities to foster community building and leadership development.
• Own the cultivation and maintenance of a strong portfolio of potential ALA and Ecosystem partner organizations through outreach and networking efforts.
• Manage the preparation of partner agreements, including strategies for cost-share negotiations with ALA partner organizations across the region.
• Manage relationship-building and support with ALA partner organization supervisors/staff contacts during the fellowship year through check-ins, pre
• or post-fellowship workshops, formal evaluations, and ad hoc requests.
• Own the building and maintenance of strong professional relationships with GHC alumni in Uganda and Rwanda to support the mobilization of community members.
• Help design and expand alumni activities that build upon the leadership training from the fellowship year and align with the GHC alumni program strategy, working closely with the Country Director, Community Impact team, and the Program Coordinator.
• Manage the coordination and support of regional alumni chapter efforts to implement the national strategy, cultivate community engagement, conduct community activities, and lead collective impact.
• Own the identification, organization, and execution of opportunities for public engagement, professional development, and knowledge sharing to foster and support the leadership development of the regional alumni community.
• Manage the logistics and implementation of in-person events for alumni in East Africa, such as leadership summits or retreats.
• Own the strategy and execution of networking events, particularly in conjunction with large Global Health conferences and regional events, owning relationships with advisors, partner organizations, and global health leaders.
• Manage the design and execution of country-specific activities and events to foster community-building and leadership development among fellows.
• Own the direction of planning and implementation of in-person events for alumni in East Africa, such as leadership summits or retreats.
• Manage coordination with the Operations Manager to ensure flawless execution of all event logistics, materials, equipment, and swag.
• Own on-site operations and relationships with hotel staff to ensure smooth event execution and strict adherence to participant safety and security protocols.
• Own the responsibility for cross-cutting financial and operational functions for Uganda and Rwanda.
• Manage the administrative operations of Uganda and Rwanda country/entity in collaboration with the Program Coordinator, ensuring efficient, compliant administration across both countries.
• Manage the implementation and maintenance of health, safety, and security policies and procedures for the country office, in collaboration with the Regional Team.
• Help fulfill GHC’s statutory obligations to the government, including required registration.
• Help support resource mobilization efforts and elevate GHC’s profile by supporting communications and development teams—curating donor report information, identifying fellows for external materials, and engaging potential supporters.
• Help the Program team draft and disseminate strategic communications to the GHC community and stakeholders that highlight GHC alumni activities and achievements.

Requirements

• A Bachelor’s Degree (required), Minimum 8 years of experience working at the intersection of program and operations, preferably in an international Non-profit, or other global organization.
• Minimum 5 years of program experience in Uganda. Experience working in Rwanda or across multiple countries in East Africa would be a plus.
• Proven experience in business and partnership development and management, with a track record of cultivating and sustaining strategic relationships.
• Demonstrated experience in facilitation, with the ability to expertly lead engaging learning spaces and collaborative workshops.
• Proven experience coaching and/or mentoring; preferably in developing early-career professionals.
• Cross-cultural competency; experience working in another country or in a cross-cultural environment strongly preferred.
• Strong project and event logistics management skills and excellent attention to detail.
• A proven track record of delivering high-quality work products on time and providing strategic insight into how to develop efficiencies in work processes.
• Experience with budgeting, contract negotiation, and vendor and compliance management, preferably.

Benefits

• health insurance
• paid vacation days
• 5 wellness days
• a professional development stipend
• flexible scheduling