Program manager (programming)

Location: Remote (USA)
Time Commitment: Approximately 5 hours a week
Pay: Volunteer without pay

We are creating an institution to promote the advancement of people of Ghanaian origins starting in the USA. Our mission is to develop, build, and nurture communities of Ghanaian professionals everywhere and promote a culture of inclusion through continual learning.We operate with integrity, innovation, and impact to expand financial access and create opportunities for generational success.

About The Role

The Ghana Innov8 Team is seeking a professional to enhance the programming efforts of the organization. Reporting to the Programming Lead of Ghana Innov8 Inc, the Program Manager will be instrumental in planning, coordinating, and executing various aspects of programming initiatives. The role involves close collaboration with the Programming Lead, contributing to detailed project plans, timelines, and budgets for each program.

Responsibilities

  • Align programming with organizational goals
  • Support planning and execution of diverse initiatives, managing day-to-day operations.
  • Manage specific initiatives, coordinating with team members
  • Execute tasks within initiatives and ensuring meticulous event planning
  • Contribute actively to the development of innovative initiatives that align with organizational goals
  • Collaborate with team members in planning and executing initiatives
  • Proactively recommend and drive impactful strategies, setting high standards for accountability and success
  • Support the preparation of data collection summaries and evaluation updates for the board of directors and staff
  • Communicate effectively with team members, stakeholders, and external partners.
  • Collaborate with other departments for seamless integration of programming efforts, coordinating with teams to secure necessary materials, venues, and equipment.
  • Monitor program progress against goals, identifying and addressing challenges, maintaining meticulous records of activities, expenses, and outcomes to facilitate transparent reporting

Qualifications

  • Bachelor’s degree required, graduate degree preferred; at least 4 years of professional experience in a project or program management role 
  • Highly organized and ability to wear multiple hats in an ambiguous, fast-moving environment; a driving force who manages toward clarity and solutions
  • A successful track record in setting priorities, shaping processes, guiding investment in people and systems, and developing an infrastructure that creates a stronger and more efficient organization
  • Thorough understanding of project management; able to work effectively under pressure to meet tight deadlines and goals
  • A consummate team player with a flexible and creative approach
  • Excellent communication and coalition building skills with an ability to balance, negotiate, and work with a variety of internal and external stakeholders; high level of knowledge and understanding, especially as it relates to program replication, connecting programs to funding, creatively generating other resources, and building strategic partnerships
  • Personal qualities of integrity, credibility, and a commitment to Ghana Innov8’s mission

Questions? Contact us today. We look forward to meeting you!