National Programme Manager

About the Role As the National Program & Partnerships Lead , you will play a key role in designing, developing, and implementing education-focused programmes across multiple geographies. This is a senior, hands-on role combining program design, program implementation, partnership development, team leadership, monitoring, evaluation and learning, and strategic planning . You will work closely with internal teams, government stakeholders, implementation partners, and other ecosystem organisations to translate strategic priorities into impactful programmes and ensure their effective execution at scale. The ideal candidate will bring strong experience in the education sector , along with a proven ability to take programmes from concept and design through implementation, evaluation, learning, and scale . Key Responsibilities Program Design & Strategy Program Design: Design and develop education-focused programmes aligned with organisational priorities and the needs of target communities. Program Planning: Translate strategic objectives into programme frameworks, implementation plans, milestones, outcomes, and operating models. Program Innovation: Identify opportunities to strengthen programme models, introduce new approaches, and improve programme effectiveness. Scale Strategy: Develop approaches for taking successful programme models to new geographies and contexts. Research & Insights: Use sector knowledge, stakeholder inputs, and evidence to inform programme design and strategic decisions. Program Implementation & Delivery Program Implementation: Lead the execution of programmes across multiple geographies, ensuring quality, timelines, and intended outcomes. Delivery Management: Work with internal teams and external implementation partners to translate programme design into effective on-ground delivery. Program Monitoring: Track programme progress, identify implementation challenges, and drive timely course correction. Quality & Outcomes: Ensure programmes maintain high standards of delivery and remain aligned with intended outcomes. Operational Coordination: Coordinate across multiple teams, partners, and stakeholders to ensure seamless programme execution. Partnerships & Ecosystem Development Partnership Development: Identify, build, and manage strategic partnerships with education organisations, government stakeholders, implementation partners, and other ecosystem players. Partner Management: Onboard and manage implementation partners, establish clear expectations, and review performance against agreed objectives. Stakeholder Engagement: Build strong relationships across the education ecosystem and represent the organisation in relevant external forums and conversations. Strategic Collaboration: Identify opportunities to expand programme reach and impact through partnerships and collaborations. Monitoring, Evaluation & Learning MEL Strategy: Lead monitoring, evaluation, and learning across the…