Programme Manager, Elan 1.2 - Kinshasa

ASI is seeking an exceptional candidate Programme Manager, Elan 1.2 to play a leading role in the delivery of ÉLAN 1.2, a complex, two-year £8 million market systems development programme in the DRC, with a 40+ strong project team based in 2 field offices delivering interventions with various companies in multiple provinces across the country
The successful candidate will join the Africa team within the wider Project Delivery Practice. The role will be based in Kinshasa, DRC.
Key responsibilities :
Will include overseeing and supporting the Senior Management Team and Project Management Unit of ÉLAN 1.2.
The selected candidate will also take on the country coordinator role, identify business opportunities in the DRC, retain ELAN 1.2 human resources in preparation for upcoming DRC programmes, and liaise closely with external stakeholders and Adam Smith International colleagues.

A post-graduate degree in international development, economics, international relations, political science or other relevant fields from an internationally recognised university;
Demonstrated experience of delivery of complex, multi-million pound projects and geographically dispersed teams, financial management, human resources management, initiative, planning and organisation skills, results-focus and working in complex and time-pressured contexts;
Outstanding English and French written and oral communication skills;
Excellent inter-personal skills and team-work;
Strong attention to detail;
Enthusiasm and flexibility along with a willingness to travel at short notice and work in developing countries; and
Strong IT skills including Microsoft Word, Excel, PowerPoint.
What We Offer You
We offer you a dynamic and friendly team environment and the opportunity to work on a highly successful portfolio of programmes. We have a strong commitment to our people and strive to live by our values.
We’ve built a culture to reflect our values, full of likeminded professionals who are smart, passionate and great at what they do. We have a headquarters overlooking the Thames in a central London location.
Ready to Apply?
We would love to hear from you. Please submit a CV (no more than 2 pages) and short cover letter with the subject line ‘Programme Manager, ELAN RDC’ through this website
Applications will be assessed on a rolling basis.
Deadline for Applications will be COB Wednesday, September 4th, 2019.
Shortlisted applicants only will be contacted. Thank you for your consideration.
We are committed to equal opportunities and creating an inclusive environment for all our employees. We welcome applicants regardless of ethnic origin, national origin, gender, race, colour, religious beliefs, disability, sexual orientation or age. # We’re Happy to talk flexible working.