Position: WEL Program Manager (Woman Empowerment Leadership Program Manager) Location: Penang
GENERAL DUTIES & SCOPE OF WORK
- To lead the overall direction of the WEL Programme, including to conceptualise, develop, plan and oversee the implementation of its projects and activities and its KPIs
- To monitor and evaluate the work of the WEL Programme to ensure KPIs are met
- To be responsible for the financial management of the WEL Programme work areas, including seeking external funding where required
- To manage and supervise the WEL Programme staff and to recruit suitable staff, consultants and other human resources where necessary
- To regularly report to the PWDC CEO and WEL Programme Advisors as well as to the PWDC Board members whenever called upon
- To be the lead spokesperson/advocate and representative of the WEL Programme in key activities and to represent the PWDC management whenever called upon
- To contribute to the overall strategic direction of PWDC as part of its senior management team
QUALIFICATION REQUIREMENTS - Bachelor’s degree in a relevant field. Degrees in gender studies, social science, political science and law are advantageous. Relevant postgraduate qualification is also added advantage.
- At least 3 to 5 years’ experience in programme and people management in a relevant field.
- Intermediate to advanced substantive knowledge and understanding in the areas of gender equality, women’s human rights, democracy and governance. Passion and commitment in these areas should be evident.
- Excellent written and spoken communications skills in Bahasa Malaysia and English are essential. Proficiency in any other vernacular language is advantageous.
- Display strong management and leadership skills, with an inclusive and respectful attitude towards diversity. Ability to effectively build rapport with and influence stakeholders from different levels is important.
- Able to work independently and contribute strategically at the organisational senior management level.
- The following experience in any of the following is valuable:
o experience in designing training modules, including in instructional design for adult learners
o experience as a trainer, facilitator and public speaker
o experience in dealing with international, regional and national level organisations, government agencies and local political leaders
o experience working with grassroots communities, including in organizing projects or activities
o experience in writing and publishing