Strategic Planning and Programme Leadership

• Lead short-, mid-, and long-term strategic programme planning with Programme Managers and Country Coordinators.
• Ensure programme design and delivery reflect biblical worldview, contextual realities, and strategic priorities.
• Oversee cross-pillar integration and ensure cohesion across programme streams.
• Collaborate with the Board and Executive Team to advance strategic priorities that leverage multi-pillar synergies. 

Budgeting and Resource Stewardship

• Establish the consolidated annual programme budget and monitor programme-level expenditures.
• Ensure resource mobilization efforts are aligned to programme needs, priorities, and impact ambitions.
• Coordinate financial accountability, grant tracking, and donor compliance with Mission Services and Finance teams. 

Programme Quality and Innovation

 Provide strategic oversight and quality assurance for all programme design, content, and delivery methods.

• Encourage use of digital tools (apps, CRMs, AI-informed tools) for programme efficiency and scale.
• Promote environmental scanning and adaptive approaches to address emerging trends and risks.

 Monitoring, Evaluation, and Impact Learning

 Oversee MEL integration across all programmes to ensure results-based management and mission-aligned impact.

• Ensure timely production of internal and external reports, including quarterly, annual, and donor-specific outputs.
• Promote use of data and theological insights to inform programme decisions and reflection.

 Capacity Building and Team Leadership

 Supervise and mentor Programme Managers, MEL Manager, and Country Coordinators on programmatic execution and innovation.

• Promote servant leadership, collaboration, and spiritual maturity across programme teams.
• Ensure professional development and digital capacity strengthening across country field teams.
• Harness the power of volunteer teams by integrating their contributions into program delivery, storytelling, fundraising, and mentorship in line with the organization’s mission and strategic goals.

 Partnerships, Communications, and Representation

• Support proposal development and donor engagement in collaboration with the Grants and Communications teams.
• Represent Organisation in regional and global programme forums.
• Liaise with Communications to amplify impact stories and lessons learned.

 Compliance, Safeguarding, and Ethics

• Uphold organisational safeguarding, data protection, and ethical standards across all programmes.
• Ensure security and risk mitigation strategies are integrated, especially in high-risk or sensitive areas.
• Promote transparency, integrity, and accountability in all programme and personnel practices.

 Key Relationships

• Internal: International Director, MSS Leads (Finance, MEL, Grants), Programme Managers, Country Coordinators, Communications, People in Mission, Admin/IT Support
• External: Donors, Partner Churches, Faith-Based and Development Agencies, Consultants, Evaluation and Research Institutions, the Board (for pillar integration and strategic advice)

Qualifications and Experience

• Master’s degree in Programme Management, Theology, Development Studies, or a related field.
• At least 10 years of progressive leadership in faith-based programme management, with demonstrated success in multi-country or regional roles.
• Experience in digital program design, grant management, monitoring and evaluation, and team leadership.
• Strong understanding of Christian missions, biblical worldview integration, and community transformation.
• Excellent written, verbal, and interpersonal communication skills.
• Proficiency in Microsoft Office Suite, programme management software, and online reporting tools.

Competencies and Core Values Alignment 

• Faithful– Models biblical integrity, spiritual leadership, and prayer-informed decision-making.
• Relational– Leads with humility and respect across diverse cultures and denominations.
• Pioneering– Champions innovation, digital transformation, and context-responsive approaches to discipleship and service.
• Evangelistic– Advances the Gospel through programmes that witness to Christ’s love in word and deed. 

Key Performance Indicators 

• Programme alignment and execution across all strategic pillars
• Quality and timeliness of programme and donor reporting
• Funds secured and effectively deployed for programmatic work
• Programme team capacity strengthened, and staff retention improved
• Documented learning and innovations adopted across regions
• Safeguarding and risk compliance upheld across programme implementation
• Effective utilization of volunteer teams to support mission delivery
• Strategic collaboration with the Board enhances cross-pillar integration and innovation 

Safeguarding and Data Protection

The organization is committed to safeguarding and promoting the welfare of all individuals it serves, especially children, vulnerable adults, and at-risk populations. All employees are expected to uphold this commitment by adhering to the organization’s safeguarding policies and reporting any concerns appropriately. In addition, employees must respect and protect the confidentiality and integrity of personal data in line with the organization’s data protection policy and relevant legal requirements. This includes ensuring that information is collected, stored, processed, and shared responsibly and securely.

The role is subject to relevant background checks and ongoing compliance with safeguarding and data protection standards