Program Manager at Institute for Development Impact

Position: Program Manager

Organization: Institute for Development Impact

Location: Luwu Raya of Southeast Sulawesi and some remote working

Position Status: Full-time employee

Introduction to I4DI

The Institute for Development Impact is a woman-owned, global monitoring and evaluation firm, dedicated to advancing evidence-based decision-making for improved social impact programming. To that end, I4DI specializes in advanced data analytics, independent research and evaluation, systems design and development, and monitoring to assess, inform, and strengthen policies and programs. I4DI is trusted by a diverse range of clients, including multilateral agencies like the World Bank Group and the United Nations, U.S. Government agencies including the U.S. Agency for International Development (USAID), as well as national governments, private foundations, and private sector clients around the world. Our team is well-known for its organization-wide evaluation experience, expertise in qualitative research methods, and systems approach to institutionalizing and sustaining data-driven decision-making.

Position Summary

I4DI is seeking a Program Manager for a USAID/Mars. The inc-funded activity aimed at scaling evidence-based agroforestry practices built on a longer-term approach that utilizes farm-level technologies to advance climate-resilient practices, increase smallholder farmer income, and ensure high-quality cocoa supply in South/Southeast Sulawesi. This position will provide strategic programmatic design and operational support to the Chief of Party.

Responsibilities

• Support the design and implementation of a sustainable business model for cocoa agroforestry
• Lead the implementation and scale-up of experimental model pilot projects and proactively monitor progress, resolve issues and initiate appropriate corrective action
• Contribute to the achievement of the Activity’s outcomes
• Develop and manage collaboration with other relevant government and private sector stakeholders
• Oversee operational coordination of activities in the field with the District Coordinator and with partners.
• Provide necessary technical and organizational support to conduct workshops/ seminars/ meetings/advocacy events.
• Provide regular process documentation of all activities, meetings, and relevant events.
• Provide support in monitoring and evaluation of project activities, with a particular focus on the use of data for improved program outcomes.
• Provide support for reporting to the government of Indonesia, USAID, Mars, and partners as needed.

Qualifications

Successful candidates should have:

• Curiosity, learning agility, and strong analytical thinking
• An academic degree in business, agriculture, or related fields.
• At least 5 years of experience in project management.
• Excellent organizational skills and relationship management
• Innovative and driven to continuously improve projects and procedures.
• Fluent in English and the local language is a plus.