Program Manager

Our Client, a non-governmental organization, is seeking an experienced program Manager. Job Summary The Programs Manager serves as a strategic leader responsible for driving Our Client's grants, fundraising, partnerships, and stakeholder engagement initiatives. Reporting to the Executive Director, the successful candidate will oversee the development and implementation of fundraising strategies, identify and secure grant opportunities, manage donor relationships, and ensure effective delivery and reporting of grant-funded programs. The role requires a highly experienced professional who can build strategic partnerships, strengthen stakeholder relationships, oversee grant management processes, and provide leadership to the Grants & Partnerships team while supporting the Foundation's Education, Health, and Shelter initiatives. Responsibilities Fundraising Strategy & Resource Mobilization: Develop and implement an annual fundraising strategy with clear quarterly and monthly milestones to achieve the Foundation's revenue targets. Identify and pursue new funding opportunities from local and international donors while strengthening existing fundraising channels. Build sustainable relationships with donors, volunteers, corporate organizations, trusts, foundations, and development partners to increase funding, donor retention, and long-term engagement. Grant Writing & Grant Management: Lead the identification, development, and submission of high-quality grant proposals, concept notes, pitch decks, and donor presentations. Manage the full grant lifecycle, including application, negotiation, implementation, reporting, compliance, and close-out. Coordinate grant agreements and ensure timely execution of donor requirements. Work closely with program teams to monitor project implementation and prepare high-quality donor reports and impact assessments. Partnerships & Stakeholder Engagement: Develop and manage strategic partnerships with corporate organizations, government agencies, development organizations, foundations, and international partners. Build and maintain a comprehensive partnerships database while ensuring effective engagement with key stakeholders. Plan and coordinate stakeholder meetings, donor engagement events, partnership forums, press conferences, recognition events, and other initiatives that strengthen the Foundation's visibility and impact. Program Monitoring, Evaluation & Reporting: Oversee the preparation and submission of monthly, quarterly, and annual reports on grants, partnerships, fundraising performance, and program impact for Executive Management and the Board. Collaborate with the Monitoring & Evaluation team to develop baseline studies, impact assessments, and performance measurement frameworks. Regularly evaluate fundraising and partnership performance, identify improvement opportunities, and recommend strategies for increased donor engagement and revenue generation. Team Leadership & Capacity Development: Provide leadership…