Programme Manager - Polokwane at Anova Health Institute

Key duties and responsibilities

Programme Management

• Develop overall strategy for the programme in line with the SA DOH’s NSP for TB/HIV/STI (2023-2028), HIV/TB 959595 strategy, Anova strategies, funder requirements, annual project activities and work plans.
• Manage necessary systems, structures, policies and procedures required for successful implementation.
• Manage all aspects of programme review, monitoring and evaluation.
• Anticipate implementation challenges and take effective corrective measures.

Stakeholder Engagement

• Identify critical programme external stakeholders (DoH, funders, other funded and non-funded organizations, etc.) and develop a stakeholder engagement plan as well as maintaining functional relations.
• Support the development of the district and provincial strategic plans.
• Represent Anova at meetings, workshops and conferences and facilitate participation by Anova technical staff in provincial, district and sub-district strategic meetings.
• Engage with internal stakeholders on a regular basis, e.g. district programme staff, provincial programme staff, head office programme staff, Anova support funtions and other programmes in Anova.

Financial Management

• Assume oversight of programme-related budgets and ensure targets are reached within approved budget.
• Work with grants, operations, and finance managers to develop and manage programme budgets, abiding by all Anova and funder guidelines and protocols regarding financial accountability.
• Work with the Chief of Party and the grants manager on the development of annual budget for the district and ensure the budget is in line with work plans and programme strategies.
• Monitor budget and expenditure on an ongoing basis, supported by the grants f department, and ensure full utilisation of annual programme budget.

Human Capital Management

• Manage and oversee all aspects of programme-related internal and external reporting, including reports to funder
• Mentor and coach staff, including identifying training needs and opportunities for programme staff development.
• Work closely with HR on other processes, e.g. performance management process, recruitment and selection process, etc.
• Adhere to all relevant Anova policies and SOPs

Administration & Reporting

• Manage a diverse team of staff in conjunction with other line managers, including HR, in order to ensure efficient project delivery.
• Attend all Anova management and other staff meeting as required in the best interests of Anova, funders, staff and beneficiaries
• Prepare monthly and quarterly programme reports for internal use (and adhoc reports as required)
• Collaborate with the external Liaison Officer to prepare quarterly programme reports for the DoH
• Work with the Chief of Party and other Key personnel, on routine reports to funders
• Undertake any other reasonable task relating to the Anova programme as required

Essential qualifications and experience

• A minimum qualification as a medical doctor is required
• Diploma in HIV Management is an added advantage
• Master’s degree or post-graduate qualifications in public health/equivalent (added advantage)
• At least 10 years’ experience in HIV/TB programmes
• At least 5 years’ experience in successfully managing a large, diverse and multi-faceted project (essential)