Director, Programs
Teaching at the Right Level Africa
full-time
Posted on:
Location Type: Remote
Location: Remote • 🇰🇪 Kenya
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Lead
About the role
- Lead the development and execution of TaRL Africa’s overall program strategy across countries
- Supervise and support a team of five senior program leaders
- Provide senior-level support to governments and country teams
- Collaborate with the Fundraising team to position the organization and develop compelling proposals
- Oversee program improvement priorities
- Provide oversight on programmatic budget planning and resource allocation
Requirements
- Master’s degree in Education, Public Policy, International Development, or a related field
- At least 10 years of progressive leadership experience in education or development programs
- Proven ability to manage senior teams and oversee multi-country operations
- Demonstrated experience in early-stage program design, scale-up, or systems integration
- Experience working with governments in Sub-Saharan Africa on education reform or large-scale program implementation
- Strong understanding of delivery models, MEL systems, and program strategy
- Excellent communication, relationship-building, and cross-functional management skills
- Fluency in English required; French or a local African language is an asset
Benefits
- competitive salary
- opportunity for career growth
- professional development opportunities
- flexible working environment
Applicant Tracking System Keywords
Tip: use these terms in your resume and cover letter to boost ATS matches.
Hard skills
program strategyprogram designsystems integrationbudget planningresource allocationmonitoring and evaluation (MEL) systems
Soft skills
leadershipteam managementcommunicationrelationship-buildingcross-functional management
Certifications
Master’s degree in EducationMaster’s degree in Public PolicyMaster’s degree in International Development