OVERALL JOB PURPOSE
The Senior Specialist, Development Impact (SSDI) is responsible for the design and implementation of development impact (DI) management frameworks for FSD Africa’s programmes and projects; aiming to achieve the joint objectives of a) optimising achievement of results and b) demonstrating FSD Africa’s Value for Money as a development partner.
The role is responsible for ensuring that FSD Africa’s projects/investments are adequately resourced with DI expertise at all stages from conceptualisation, through design, to successful implementation. DI managers are each deployed to support a portfolio of projects and investments and therefore act as the key point-of-contact for Programme/Investment staff with the DI Pillar.
The SSDI leads this team of staff (and any contracted consultants) to support project design through the provision of relevant insights and predictive analytics.
Thereafter, developing effective DI management frameworks, and supporting teams in the adaptive management of their projects. The Senior Specialist Development Impact, in consultation with other DI team members, ensures that a schedule of project/investment reviews, DI management touchpoints, and visits to implementing partners is developed and implemented; and that learning reviews with project teams facilitate them to take appropriate action based on the results.
KEY RESPONSIBILITIES AND ROLE REQUIREMENTS
Strategy & Portfolio Development
Collaborate with the Director DI and with senior colleagues to identify key insights and develop theories of change that can be used to inform programme strategy; support Programme/Investment teams with the development of a portfolio of impactful interventions.
Project Planning & Development Impact Management
Support the development, measurement, and impact management of FSD Africa’s project/investments; aiming to (i) optimize our positive impact on financial markets and their contribution towards a sustainable future for Africa; and (ii) demonstrate FSD Africa’s value for money as a development partner.
Systems Development & Resources
Work collaboratively with FSD Africa’s Programme and Investment teams, and with the Senior Manager, DI Data & Systems Integrity, to ensure that project/investment-specific data collection plans, processes and tools are developed and implemented.
Supporting Impactful Implementation
Ensure that the Management of Development Impact is conducted according to FSD Africa, FCDO and other international regulations and guidelines to a) meet the evidence needs of decision makers within FSD Africa and b) ensure effective risk management, compliance and safeguarding.
Communications & Capacity Building
Ensure that of staff, implementing partners and other project/investment stakeholders are equipped and motivated to participate in the management of Development Impact; ensure that all required reporting or other communications are tailored to the needs of the audience and delivered to standard.
Team Leadership
Lead the team of staff and consultants who are engaged in portfolio development impact related activities, in a manner that empowers them to deliver FSD Africa’s goals and objectives.
Carry out any other duties or special assignments as assigned by the Management.
PERSON SPECIFICATIONS
Qualifications and Education
Master’s degree and 11 years of experience or Bachelor’s Degree and 12 years of experience in Monitoring & Evaluation, Development Economics, Research, or other related field.
Professional training in Monitoring, Evaluation and Learning (MEL) and/or statistics, econometrics from a recognised institution.
Essential Experience, Knowledge, and Skills
At least 11 years of professional experience in DI Management of donor-funded international development programmes; including first-hand experience of at least one of FSD Africa’s priority countries.
Excellent knowledge and conceptual understanding of DI Management & its application to international development & financial market systems development.
Proven track record of providing quality DI Management for an extensive portfolio of projects and investments; experience of supporting all stages in the Project Management Cycle.
Demonstrated commitment to academic integrity and a track record of analysing both successes and failures for opportunities to improve; experience of Quality Management Systems or approaches an advantage.
Thorough understanding of Donor expectations and trends for Monitoring and Evaluation especially the Operating Principles for Impact Management (OPIM).
Strong relationship management experience with the ability to effectively engage with, influence, and build capacity of a diverse range of stakeholders.
At least 5 years’ experience of team leadership (could be successful project management) with a proven ability to manage and motivate others.
Desirable
Experience working in the area of Sustainable Finance
Experience of working in a multi-cultural environment
Previous experience working on FCDO-funded projects
Languages: French
COMPETENCIES
Competencies describe the key behaviours that drive success in all of FSD Africa’s roles, regardless of technical specialism. They have been derived from systematic research correlating performance with personal attributes. The table below indicates the level of each competency required for this role:
COMPETENCIES
Level 1: Basic
Level 2: Foundation
Level 3: Specialist
Level 4: Senior Specialist
Level 5: Leading Expert
Level 6: Executive
ESSENTIAL FOUNDATIONS
Commitment & Alignment – Level 4: Senior Specialist
Demonstrates commitment to serving our partners and alignment with the values and vision of FSD Africa
Change & Challenge – Level 4: Senior Specialist
Has a strong sense of ownership that leads to learning, self-starting, taking initiative, driving change and leading development
ACHIEVEMENT COMPETENCIES
Situational Awareness & Thinking – Level 4: Senior Specialist
Thinks clearly and intentionally, analysing information objectively, understanding issues, solving problems, and making decisions
Drive for results – Level 4: Senior Specialist
Is keenly motivated to achieve goals & act with accountability to deliver quality results
PEOPLE COMPETENCIES
Relationships & Collaboration – Level 4: Senior Specialist
Discerns and appreciates the values, viewpoints, or abilities of others; effectively reconciles different interests and displays emotional intelligence
Communication & Influencing – Level 4: Senior Specialist
Deliberately adjusts behaviour to accommodate others; communicates clearly, confidently, and appropriately to influence others
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