Programs Director at The 410 Bridge

General Job Description:

• The PD is an executive position for The 410 Bridge. The position is responsible for the overall management and development of The 410 Bridge Kenya Program Office, providing leadership and daily coordination of activities to further develop and implement community development programs in Kenya.
• The PD supervises the implementation and ensures the Program Office meets it goals, while serving as the chief representative of The 410 Bridge in Kenya.
• The PD works in conjunction with the U.S. Office to provide the vision and leadership in project administration, program development and monitoring the overall performance of The 410 Bridge in Kenya.
• The PD will lead a committed staff team and is responsible to manage and develop a growing group of committed staff members.

Key Responsibilities:

• Work closely with the U.S. Office to formulate the organization’s strategy for Kenya, in line with the overall strategy, mission, vision, and values of The 410 Bridge. Ensure the strategic vision and future are aligned in 410 Bridge communities.
• Provide executive leadership and oversight for the Kenya Office, including but not limited to:
• Develop and manage strategic plans, programs and projects by personal application and delegation of responsibility.
• Establish and maintain performance measurement and staff development processes.
• Develop and analyze monitoring and evaluation data and track key performance indicators as a basis for measuring performance.
• Promote and manage effective and positive internal communication and information flow between the Kenya and U.S. Offices.
• Kenya Program Office P&L.
• Maintain and develop relationships with other NGO’s and service partners doing work in 410 Bridge communities.

Knowledge and Experience:

• Minimum 5-years senior management experience within a complex international environment, including:

• A detailed understanding of strategic planning
• Strong leadership skills
• Successful development and implementation of plans and policies of significant size and impact
• The ability to delegate effectively, motivate and develop staff
• Highly developed stakeholder relationship management skills
• Experience of representing an organization at an executive level
• Sound risk and financial management
• A good understanding of the principles involved in the effective management of programs, fundraising, and financial processes

• Experience managing, implementing and developing complex community development projects, programs and services with multiple local and international partners.
• Excellent communication skills, diplomacy and experience working with local-level government officials, community leadership, and a variety of partners and service providers.
• Experience supervising and evaluating project and program support and field staff.
• Community development experience highly desirable.

Personal Qualities:

• A commitment to a personal and growing relationship with Jesus Christ.
• A passion to advance the Church in Kenya through discipleship-based community development.
• An understanding of the issues facing an international community development agency, and a commitment to making a real difference.
• The ability to influence and negotiate at different levels.
• The ability to lead competently in a dynamic and rapidly changing environment.
• A good understanding of the importance of strong accountability and stewardship.
• Excellent communication and presentation skills, including fluency in written and spoken English.
• A diplomatic approach, including highly developed listening and conflict resolution skills.
• A good understanding of cultural diversity and the ability to respond sensitively to this.
• A commitment to The 410 Bridge mission, vision, and values.
• Willingness to travel regularly.