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About the position
We are seeking a skilled and experienced Manager of Programs to join our Thailand team. In this role, you will lead or help supervise a talented team and oversee programs that make a real impact. You’ll take care of strategic alignment, track key goals and metrics, ensure projects are carried out in line with their defined deadlines and scope, and work closely with the local Managing Director to keep everything running smoothly. This is an opportunity to shape the future of our programs, ensure effectiveness and agility, drive innovation, and create lasting change. If you’re a results-driven professional with a passion for impact, people management, and strategy, we want to hear from you!
Responsibilities
Your responsibilities include but are not limited to:
- Overseeing daily operations, setting clear strategies, deadlines, and expectations, and ensuring team members have the resources and support they need to succeed.
- Conducting regular performance evaluations, providing constructive feedback, and fostering a culture of accountability and continuous improvement.
- Participating in hiring new program staff, ensuring a smooth recruitment process, and providing comprehensive induction and orientation to integrate new team members effectively.
- Developing and implementing professional development initiatives: offering training, coaching, and mentorship to enhance team skills, boost motivation, and strengthen overall performance.
- Working closely with the Managing Director to align local strategies with organizational goals. Acting as a strategy ambassador, ensuring that the local team is fully engaged with and committed to the organization’s mission and priorities.
- Providing strategic direction to ensure effective execution of program activities. Supporting the team and Managing Director in achieving project goals, overcoming challenges, optimizing impact, and meeting deadlines.
- Monitoring key performance indicators, analyzing data, and proactively adjusting strategies when necessary to enhance efficiency and effectiveness.
- Tracking program objectives and providing regular updates, impact reports, and strategic insights to the Managing Director and Impact and Strategy Director to inform decision-making.
- Managing program budgets, ensuring responsible financial planning, and reviewing and approving requisitions, advances, and expenses in compliance with organizational policies and best practices.
- Upholding and enforcing organizational policies and procedures, ensuring that all activities adhere to ethical standards, legal requirements, and internal guidelines.
