Location: Nairobi
Salary: To be discussed during the interview
Chalan
Foundation is seeking a highly motivated and experienced Programs
Manager to lead, coordinate, and grow our
community-centred initiatives. The ideal candidate is an innovative thinker
with a strong background in nonprofit program management and a passion for
creating sustainable impact.
Key Responsibilities
Program Planning & Design
- Develop, refine, and implement high-impact
programs aligned with the Foundation’s mission.
- Conduct community needs assessments to inform
program design.
- Create annual program work plans, timelines,
budgets, and performance indicators.
Program Implementation & Management
- Oversee day-to-day execution of all programs,
ensuring activities meet expected standards.
- Manage field teams, volunteers, and program
coordinators to deliver quality outcomes.
- Ensure compliance with donor requirements and
organizational policies.
Monitoring, Evaluation & Reporting (M&E)
- Develop M&E frameworks to track performance
and impact.
- Prepare timely progress reports, success
stories, and documentation for internal use and donors.
- Use data insights to recommend program
improvements and innovations.
Stakeholder & Partnership Engagement
- Build and maintain relationships with community
groups, government agencies, NGOs, donors, and partners.
- Represent the Foundation in meetings, events,
and strategic collaborations.
- Support fundraising efforts through proposal
writing and concept development.
Financial & Resource Management
- Work closely with the finance team to manage
budgets and ensure cost-effective implementation.
- Oversee program procurement needs, resource
allocation, and accountability processes.
Team Leadership & Capacity Building
- Supervise, mentor, and coach program staff and
volunteers.
- Facilitate training sessions to strengthen team
capabilities.
- Promote a culture of excellence, learning, and
continuous improvement.
Qualifications & Experience
- Bachelor’s degree in Development Studies, Social
Sciences, Project Management, or related field (Master’s is an added
advantage).
- Minimum 4–6
years experience working with nonprofits, NGOs, or community programs.
- Proven expertise in program design, management,
and evaluation.
- Experience working with donor-funded projects is
highly desirable.
- Strong analytical, problem-solving, and
reporting skills.
- Excellent written and verbal communication
skills.
- Ability to work under minimal supervision,
manage multiple priorities, and meet deadlines.
- High integrity, professionalism, and a passion
for community impact.
Key Competencies
- Strategic planning and execution
- Stakeholder management
- Leadership and team coordination
- Monitoring & evaluation
- Budgeting and financial oversight
- Adaptability and innovation
- Strong interpersonal and cross-cultural skills
How to Apply
If you
are up to the challenge and possess the necessary qualifications and
experience, please send your CV only quoting the job title in the email subject
(Programs
Manager) to Hr@chalanfoundation.com before 22nd
December 2025
NB: Only shortlisted candidates will be contacted. If you do not receive any communication from us within two weeks of your application, kindly consider your application unsuccessful. We appreciate your interest and thank you for applying
