Program Director

JOB DETAILS

While we seek to tailor this role to the strengths of the selected candidate, areas you may be responsible for include the following:

• Manage the growth of the programs both in terms of impact and fundraising
• Develop and coordinate a network of cultural organizations and creativity pioneers at an international level
• Identify and select institutional funding opportunities and develop funding proposal
• Manage one project manager and coordinate external resources (consultants, suppliers, advisors and volunteers to the programs)
• Initiate and set goals for programs according to the strategic objectives of the organization
• Develop budgets, operations and growth strategy for the programs under the direct responsibility
• Devise evaluation strategies to monitor performance and determine the need for improvements
• Advising the CEO on strategy, particularly concerning programs growth
• Supervision of communications activities of programs under the direct responsibility
• Active participation in recruitment, finance and other organizational processes.

JOB REQUIREMENTS

At least 7 years’ work experience. He or she will be able to demonstrate:

• A strong track record in education, creativity and social impact work
• A strong track record of developing programs, identify and pursue funding opportunities and developing proposals with a specific focused to institutional donors
• Experience in developing, managing and coordinating networks of organizations and professionals at an international level
• Strong knowledge of the institutional donors ecosystem with a specific focus on education and culture.   
• Excellent verbal and written communication skills in English and preferably Italian
• Capacity to work as part of a small team in a fast-paced, flexible environment
• Extensive experience procuring and managing contractors, including consultants, academics and non-governmental players
• Strong research skills, and experience applying them to complex, international research projects outside of one’s field of expertise
• Strong knowledge of social innovation methodologies
• Ability to coordinate multiple projects while managing conflicting priorities and deadlines
• Demonstrated entrepreneurial spirit
• Experience working internationally with a specific focus on various regions of the African continent
• Interest in the arts and culture