Programs Director

Position Overview

Reports To: Executive Director 
Employment Type: Full-Time
Location: Nairobi, Kenya. Remote and Hybrid


The Programs Director will oversee the design, implementation, monitoring, and evaluation of all programs supporting hyperemesis gravidarum (HG) survivors and their families. They will ensure programs are executed effectively, align with the organization’s mission, and deliver measurable outcomes. This role requires strong leadership, organizational, and interpersonal skills.

 

Key Responsibilities

        1. Oversee the execution of programs, ensuring alignment with organizational goals and beneficiaries’ needs.

        1. Manage program logistics such as participant registration, scheduling workshops, and others.
        2. Recruit, onboard, and supervise program volunteers and staff as needed and provide training to volunteers and staff to maintain high-quality program delivery.
        3. Establish and monitor performance metrics for each program and use tools like surveys, focus groups, and feedback forms to assess program effectiveness.
        4. Prepare and submit monthly, quarterly, and annual progress reports for the Executive Director and highlight successes, challenges, and areas for improvement in program delivery.
        5. Share program updates, success stories, and impact reports through social media, newsletters, and other platforms.

Qualifications

    1. Bachelor’s degree in Social Work, Public Health, Project Management, or related field (Master’s preferred).
    2. At least 5 years of experience in program management, preferably in the nonprofit or maternal health sector.
    3. Strong project management and organizational skills as well as excellent interpersonal and communication skills to work with staff and other diverse stakeholders.
    4. Familiarity with maternal health issues, particularly hyperemesis gravidarum, is an advantage.
      5. 5. Ability to work flexible hours, and willingness to travel.

Application Process

Interested candidates should submit their resume, cover letter, references, and portfolio (if applicable) to careers@hgafrica.org by February 17, 2025. In your cover letter, please include salary expectations.


Due to many applications, only the shortlisted candidates will be contacted and success will lie on successful background checks.

Female candidates are encouraged to apply.

Equal Employment Opportunity Policy Statement

Hyperemesis Gravidarum Foundation Africa is committed to providing a workplace free from discrimination or harassment. We expect every member to do their part to cultivate and maintain an environment where everyone has the opportunity to feel included, and is afforded the respect and dignity they deserve. Decisions related to hiring, compensating, training, evaluating performance, or terminating are made fairly, and we provide equal employment opportunities to all qualified candidates and employees. We examine our unconscious biases and take responsibility for always striving to create an inclusive environment that makes every employee and candidate feel welcome.