Job Description
Vacancy Announcement
Head of Programme
I. Project:
Sri Lanka Centre for Development Facilitation (SLCDF) is a non-profit and voluntary participatory development organization evolved in 2002 as the offspring of Sri Lanka Canada Development Fund project. SLCDF built a vibrant network of grassroots to national level organizations and presently working with over 3,500 CBOs, 330 voluntary organizations covering 18 districts to support the most disadvantaged and vulnerable communities.
SLCDF, a swiftly growing National non-governmental organization (NGO), implementing bilateral programmes, and its own programmes, with operations throughout the country for more than three decades that provides support for marginalized communities particularly through networks of Civil Society Organizations, is looking for a suitable candidate for the position of Head of Programme. The roles are full-time and will be stationed at the head office in Raththanapitiya, Boralesgamuwa. Successful candidate will operate under the supervision of Executive Director.
II. Qualifications, Duties and Responsibilities:
- A Graduate in Social Science / International Development Studies or any other local or international degree of a recognized University with 10 years Managerial level experience.
- Excellent knowledge of English and either Sinhala or Tamil language and have the ability to prepare project proposals and reports of a high standard in English and either Sinhala / Tamil using computer literacy.
- Excellent interpersonal and communication skills with the ability to work with a wide range of donor partner NGOs, stakeholders and institutions.
- A comprehensive understanding of development issues and NGO programming in Sri Lanka. Experience in working with one or several NGOs is preferred.
- Sound knowledge of and experience in project management, including appraisal, design, monitoring and evaluation in promoting participatory process.
- Knowledge of and experience in office systems and administrative practices a proven track record in a supervisory capacity is preferred.
- Ability to take responsibility for the management and administration, including effective operation of transport and purchase of all equipment required for the programme. In addition, should keep financial records and handle personnel matters under the supervision of the Executive Director.
- Possession of a valid driving license for any type of motor vehicle. cycle will be an added qualification. Be a person of good health, pleasant personality and good character.
Salary negotiable
Only if you meet the above required criteria and wish to apply, please email your updated CV with non-related referees to [email protected] on or before 15th May 2024.
