programme development specialist

Educational Qualifications Bachelor’s degree (minimum) in fields such as: Development Studies Social Sciences (e.g., Sociology, Political Science) Public Administration Economics International Relations Master’s degree (often preferred or required) in: Development Studies Public Policy / Public Administration Project Management International Development Work Experience Typically 3–7+ years of relevant experience in: Program/project design and management Proposal writing and grant development Monitoring & Evaluation (M&E) Experience working with: NGOs, UN agencies, or government programs Donor-funded projects (e.g., USAID, EU, World Bank) Key Skills & Competencies 1. Program Design & Planning Needs assessment and situational analysis Logical frameworks (LogFrame) and theory of change 2. Proposal & Grant Writing Strong writing skills for funding proposals Budget development and donor compliance 3. Monitoring & Evaluation (M&E) Designing indicators and tracking results Data analysis and reporting 4. Communication & Stakeholder Engagement Working with partners, donors, and communities Presentation and reporting skills 5. Project Management Planning, implementation, and risk management Familiarity with tools like Gantt charts Technical Skills Microsoft Office (especially Excel & PowerPoint) Data tools (e.g., SPSS, STATA, or basic data analysis tools) Knowledge of project management methodologies