About this role
Position Purpose
- The Performance Development Manager strengthens organizational performance across Partnership Countries by developing regional performance management systems, supporting operational improvement, building organizational capacity, and promoting evidence-based decision-making.
- The position serves as a strategic partner to Partnership Countries by driving continuous improvement and enhancing organizational effectiveness throughout the Africa region.
Key Responsibilities
Performance Management
- Develop and maintain regional performance management frameworks
- Establish organizational KPIs and performance indicators
- Analyze performance trends and prepare management reports
- Facilitate regional performance review meetings
- Recommend performance improvement actions
Performance Improvement & Organizational Development
- Conduct Partnership Countries performance assessments
- Develop and monitor Partnership Countries Improvement Plans
- Identify operational gaps and recommend improvements
- Support organizational development initiatives
- Promote continuous improvement across the Africa Region
Capacity Development & Knowledge Management
- Identify organizational capacity needs
- Design and facilitate learning initiatives
- Develop operational guidance and tools
- Promote knowledge sharing and best practices
Strategic Support
- Provide strategic operational support to Partnership Countries
- Support regional planning and decision-making
- Coordinate cross-functional initiatives
- Prepare analytical reports and recommendations
Qualifications & Competencies
- Education Bachelor's or Master's degree in International Development, Development Studies, Public Administration, Monitoring and Evaluation, Project Management, Social Sciences, or another relevant field
Professional Experience
- Minimum seven years of relevant professional experience
- Experience in international NGOs or development organizations
- Experience in performance management, organizational development, or strategic planning
- Professional experience in African countries other than the candidate's country of origin is an asset.
- Experience supporting multi-country operations is preferred.
Skills
Project Management