Senior Programs and Business Development Officer

Job Description

Position Title: Senior Programs and Business Development Manager

Department Name: Programs

Supervisor of Position: Program Director

Employment Definition: Full Time - Hybrid Works Schedule

Location of Position: Washington, DC

Direct Reports: Program Manager (Syria); Partnerships Manager (Syria); Senior Programs and Partnerships Officer (Non-Syria); MHPSS Specialist; Resource Mobilization & Partnerships Advisor for Arab Gulf

Key Counterparts: Country Office Heads of Programs; Regional Senior Program Development Manager; HQ Director of HSS & Strategic Partnerships; HQ Director of External Communications; HQ Director of Finance

Role Summary/Purpose: Located within the Programs Department, the Senior Programs and Business Development Manager oversees institutional donor fundraising and contributes to the overall program strategy, ensuring alignment with SAMS’ values and the organization financial sustainability. The Senior Programs and Business Development Manager is also responsible for leading implementation of systems and processes within SAMS that strengthen the integrity and quality of SAMS’ programs, with particular emphasis on protocols related to project management, safeguarding mainstreaming, and information management. This position supervises HQ program management and partnerships staff that are providing day-to-day supportand administration of their assignedportfolios, and upon escalation of issues by direct reports and Country Offices, troubleshoots more complex issues related to management and implementation of SAMS’ grant-funded and privately-funded programs.

Key Responsibilities:

Strategic Partnerships, New Business and Program Development

• Coordinate development and implementation of programmatic strategy in alignment with SAMS’ mission and vision and based on the context and needs as identified by the Regional and Country Offices.
• Raise visibility of SAMS and cultivate relationships among new and existing institutional donors, working closely with the External Communications team to ensure synergy and optimal results related to revenue generation

Program Administration and System Strengthening

• Improve the utilization of standardized systems and procedures relatedto program and award management within SAMS, leading manual/SOP development, training, and rollout
• Build SAMS’ capacity to select, manage, and support implementing partners
• Provide technical support and guidance for program staff, related to award management and donor compliance
• Contribute to development and implementation of systems that improve the integrity of SAMS’ programs, related to information management, accountability and safeguarding
• Initiate and support the development of formal proposals, including relevant quality standards and technical requirements, and requesting external consultants and/or major expenditures to enhance the Program Department performance.
• Ensure sound budget development, management, and program financial compliance
• Work with executive and other directors to determine best allocation of funds and prioritization of needs across SAMS programs and offices based on the organizational goals

People Management

• Manage team of program officers/managers and consultants
• Provide mentorship for staff across offices related to program and award management, convening opportunities for ideas exchange and peer learning
• Identify and promote opportunities for learning and development among programs staff across offices
• Provide guidance to employees on negotiation and conflict resolution strategies
• Act as liaison between director or executive and the department staff

Compliance

• Enforce the Grants Management Manual and related SOPs, through attention to training and conducting routine spot checks of award files
• Provide technical guidance and support for SAMS country offices to strengthen internal controls and risk mitigation mechanisms
• Support the regional grant and business development manager in developing or modifying relevant implementation procedures and systems in accordance with local government regulations and country offices needs and objectives.
• Provide technical support for review and interpretation of incoming and outgoing grant agreements, partner agreements, modifications, MOUs, and pre-award letters, as needed
• Support staff in mainstreaming PSEAH and safeguarding efforts in projects activities according to approved policies
• Undertake other duties as assigned by supervisor.

Education and Essential Skills

• University/Baccalaureate degree required. Masters or Advanced Degree preferred (Business, Finance, Management)
• At least 810
• years of experience in grants preferably with NGOs and/or community-based organizations
• Experience managing activities and/or contracts for international organizations

• Experience with basic financial management skills including developing and monitoring budgets and financial reporting
• Possess good knowledge of financial strategizing
• Knowledge of and experience with major donor agencies such as USAID, EU, DFID preferred.
• Excellent project management skills
• Excellent organizational skills
• Strong command over written and verbal communication
• Excellent interpersonal and presentation skills
• Ability to work in a professional and cordial manner with fellow staff members, visitors, partner institutions including international and local NGOs, governmental entities, support organizations, and the general public
• A multi-tasker with strong ability to work under pressure
• Flexibility, creativity, and the ability to maintain a rapid and demanding pace of work
• Ability to work within a team and provide support to the junior staff
• Ability to perform in cross-functional team approach
• Ability to prioritize work, meet deadlines and produce quality results on time with attention to detail.
• Proficient in using computers with related knowledge of software programs and Internet.
• Knowledge of the Arabic language and/or the Syrian conflict and the region is desired but not a requirement.

SAMS is committed to providing a workplace free from discrimination or harassment. We expect every member of the SAMS community to do their part to cultivate and maintain an environment where everyone can 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.

Flexible Work Schedule - Work Life Balance

Medical

Dental

Vision

Life

Supplemental Plans

Simple IRA

PTO + Paid Holidays + Floating Holidays

Monthly Cash Benefit Allowance

Annual Tuition Development Allowance

Arabic - Professional Level Speaking Preferred