DT Global works in partnership with communities, governments, and the private sector to deliver innovative solutions that transform lives. DT Global – launched in 2019 – is built on legacy companies AECOM’s International Development Services Sector, Development Transformations, IMC Worldwide, and Cardno International Development. To fulfill its profit-for-purpose mission, DT Global is a key donor to the DT Institute, an independent not-for-profit organization, in support of DTI’s efforts to test new ideas or expand on donor partner priorities to improve as many lives as possible.
Our global team of 2,500 staff and experts work in over 90 countries. We bring over 60 years of experience, relationships, and technical excellence to improve lives on behalf of our partners, clients, and stakeholders. We aim to maximize sustainable development impact across a wide range of practice areas, including Conflict Prevention, Stabilization & Transition; Economic Growth; Environment & Infrastructure; Governance; and Human Development. Together, we aim to positively impact 500 million lives by 2045.
Overview: DT Global is seeking a Program Manager to serve as part of the Program Management Unit (PMU) within our Environment and Infrastructure (E&I) Practice. The Program Manager will provide leadership and coordination for the implementation of program deliverables including managing client contracts, overseeing project field operations, and coordinating home-office program management activities. The Program Manager will support the anticipated Climate-Resilient Water, Sanitation and Health (CR-WASH) activity in Ethiopia and this position is contingent upon the project being awarded to DT Global. The Program Manager will report to the Senior Program Manager.
Tasks and Responsibilities:
Project Delivery
- Serve as a DT Global home office representative to USG clients throughout the project life cycle as delegated, including startup and closeout meetings; regular correspondence regarding implementation progress; as-needed problem solving; and delivering presentations on the project to a variety of actors.
- Manage one or multiple donor-funded projects and oversee day-to-day project management from award through closeout, including contractual compliance, financial management, and oversight of project personnel and subcontractors.
- Stay up to date on program implementation and serve as a resource for other home office colleagues regarding projects within their portfolio.
- Support the preparation of interim and annual progress reports as per client reporting requirements.
- Proactively manage project issues, involving senior program manager or director as required. Identify and communicate, in a timely manner, any risk management issues and elevate, as needed.
- Serve as back-up support for the Senior Program Manager pertaining to PMU operational matters, traveling to the field to support project initiatives and backfill project leadership, as needed.
- Monitor consultant and subcontractor performance and assist in the development of scopes of work.
- In conjunction with the contract’s representative, take accountability for project processes including contractual quality assurance and compliance; interface with finance and contracts departments to ensure proper financial management and contract compliance.
- Monitor project budgets, manage monthly budget projections (including ensuring the accuracy of field office projections), review budget modifications prior to submission, and ensure budgets are correct. Provide variance analysis (actuals vs budget).
Technical Excellence:
- Provide technical input on the design and implementation of programs, as appropriate.
- Contribute to the development of project work plans and help to ensure that technical work plans are executed.
- Work with Senior Program Manager to ensure project financial management and compliance, including overseeing accruals, pipelines, and cost-to-complete reports prepared for both DT Global and clients.
Business Development:
- Support business development efforts from capture phase through live solicitation
- Contribute to proposal development, including technical approach, staffing, and partnering strategies and negotiations, and decisions on information gathering trips, and oversee cost development.
- Participate in scoping and information gathering trips for anticipated and live proposals and guide staff and consultants supporting research efforts.
- Draft proposal sections as assigned and participate in recruitment activities for business development as necessary.
Leadership and Staff Management
- Provide guidance and mentorship to junior staff.
- Set objectives and tasks for direct reports that provide growth and development.
- Evaluate individual performance based on fair criteria, provide regular and timely feedback to employees, acknowledging success and areas of improvement.
- Explain systems and procedures relating to the job to others, including new colleagues.
- Provide training and ensure new staff are properly prepared for the job they were hired to do.
- Set an example as a leader by holding yourself and others accountable, communicating professionally, being a team player, supporting the development of junior staff, and embodying DT Global’s values daily.
Learning and Innovation
- Proactively engage in self-driven professional development and growth activities.
- Contribute to DT Global’s learning agenda.
- Proactively incorporate learning best practices into all aspects of work.
- Represent DT Global at professional events and conferences
Education & Minimum Qualifications:
- Bachelor’s degree in international development, international relations, political science, government, economics, business, or a related field; or a relevant combination of education and work experience required
- 4-7 years of direct USAID project management and support experience, responsible for overseeing project implementation and business development initiatives
- Substantial experience in managing international donor projects and extensive knowledge of donor regulations and policies (including AIDAR and FAR), especially as they relate to contracting and procurement
- Solid background in managing programs, including complicated budgets
- Excellent interpersonal skills with the ability to work independently and on a team
- Strong organization and prioritization skills as well as attention to detail
- Strong verbal and written communications skills, including delivering formal and informal presentations and drafting and editing deliverables
- Knowledge of U.S. foreign policy in Africa
- Ability to serve as in-country program manager in the event of a vacancy or absence
- Ability to travel and work overseas on short term technical assignments up to 25%, at times with very short notice
- Proficiency in Microsoft Suite (Word, Excel, and PowerPoint)
Preferred Qualifications:
- Experience living and/or working abroad, preferably in a development context
- Previous staff management experience
- Experience with project start-ups and/or close downs
Core Competencies:
- TEAMWORK: Works cooperatively and effectively with others to achieve common goals. Participates in building a culture characterized by inclusion, trust and commitment.
- COMMUNICATION: Effectively conveys information and expresses thoughts professionally. Demonstrates effective use of listening skills and displays openness to other people’s ideas and thoughts.
- ADAPTABILITY: Adjusts planned work by gathering relevant information and applying critical thinking to address multiple demands and competing priorities in a changing environment.
- CUSTOMER/CLIENT FOCUSED: Anticipates, monitors and meets the needs of customers and responds to them in an appropriate and responsive manner.
- DIVERSITY AND INCLUSION: Conveys respect for diverse individuals and perspectives; models inclusive behavior and treats everyone fairly.
- PROFESSIONALISM: Displays appropriate and ethical behavior, integrity and personal presentation in the workplace always; demonstrates respectful communication for others, both verbal and non-verbal.
We thank all applicants for their interest. Only short-listed candidates will be contacted.
DT Global, LLC is an Equal Opportunity Employer. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, veteran status, gender identity, or national origin. DT Global, LLC prohibits discriminating against employees and job applicants who inquire about, discuss, or disclose the compensation of the employee or applicant or another employee or applicant.
