The Deputy Executive Director(DED) would support the Executive Director(ED) to:
Coordinate the process of defining POWER/MACA’s priorities towards achieving its mission & vision
Develop, communicate and assess priorities in the light of a rapidly changing external landscape
Manage key relationships with POWER/MACA’s key stakeholders, encourage open dialogue and actively foster collaboration between/among them
Foster effective team work among the staff
Report to Board of Directors on organizational performance against POWER/MACA’s strategic objectives and annual work plans and budget
Ensure the implementation of policies as approved by POWER/MACA Board
Initiate and coordinate strategic thinking/planning processes in consultation with the board.
In liaison with the Finance Manager, to implement a financial system, develop sustainable financial models for the organization, including identification and exploration of potential alternative income streams, e.g. through revenue generating/fee-based programs
Partner with Managers of Programs, develop and implement a fundraising strategy and develop key donor relationships
Work with the Finance and Admin manager , the finance staff and key program staff and the Board to prepare a comprehensive annual budget
Participate in fundraising activities as appropriate
Administer the funds of the organization according to the approved budget and monitor the monthly cash flow of the organization
Provide the Board with comprehensive, regular reports on the revenues and expenditure of the organization
Ensure that the organization complies with all legislation covering taxation, pension and other withholding payments as necessary
Work with the ED and F&A in determining staffing requirements for organizational management and program delivery
Recruit staff that have the right technical and personal abilities to help further the organization’s mission
Ensure the implementation of the human resources policies, procedures and practices including the development of job description for all staff and capacity building plans
Ensure that staff, systems and other resources are aligned to deliver high impact outcomes and operational efficiencies
Develop an operational plan which incorporates goals and objectives that work towards the strategic direction of the organization
Oversee the efficient and effective day-to-day operation of the organization
Coordinate the design of new projects and proposals/initiatives and the process of grant seeking for the implementation of same by the private sector, development partners and other relevant stakeholders.
Establish appropriate mechanisms for the monitoring, evaluation and impact assessment of POWER/MACA program activities.
Oversee the planning, implementation and evaluation of the organization’s programs, services and special projects
Establish good working relationships and collaborative arrangements with stakeholder groups, funders, politicians, and other organizations to help achieve the goals of the organization.
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