Programs Manager at Catering to Africans In Need (CAIN)

Our mission is to provide quality education and healthcare to the less privileged in impoverished African societies.
CAIN (Catering to Africans In Need) is a 501(c)(3) non-profit organization established in 2013 by young adults who are very passionate about helping the less privileged in Africa. Our main target areas are healthcare and education. At the heart of this foundation is the belief that everyone should have access to quality education and healthcare regardless of socioeconomic status.Key Responsibilities

Strategic Leadership – Drive the execution of CAIN’s mission and strategic goals, ensuring measurable impact, growth, and long-term vision alignment.
Program Oversight – Design, implement, evaluate and scale high-impact educational programs across multiple African countries, focused on empowerment and systemic change.
Data Management and Analysis – Collect, manage, and analyze relevant data from all programs, ensuring CAIN makes data-driven decisions.
Financial & Resource Management – Lead budgeting, financial planning, and reporting to ensure accountability, transparency, and resource optimization.
Stakeholder & Partnership Engagement – Build and nurture strong relationships with donors, NGOs, government bodies, corporate partners, and other key stakeholders.
Operations & Team Management – Oversee daily operations, while managing staff, volunteers, and project teams to ensure smooth and effective program delivery.
Regulatory Compliance – Ensure full compliance with local and international legal, financial, and operational regulations, including nonprofit and sector-specific standards.
Fundraising & Grant Management – Secure significant funding through compelling grant proposals, strategic partnerships, and donor engagement. Develop and execute effective, sustainable fundraising strategies.
Research & Innovation – Monitor trends and emerging practices in education and development, introducing innovative solutions to increase CAIN’s reach and relevance.

Requirements

Bachelor’s degree, preferably in Education, Social Sciences, Nonprofit Management, Business, or a related field.
Minimum of 3 years of experience in program management, nonprofit leadership, fundraising, or a similar role.
Proven track record of implementing and evaluating high impact programs, preferably in the education sector.
Proven track record of raising funds through grant writing, corporate sponsorships, and major donor engagement.
Demonstrated expertise in nonprofit compliance, including adherence to regulatory requirements, reporting standards, and governance best practices.
Strong financial management skills with experience overseeing budgets, managing multi-year funding, and ensuring accurate donor reporting and compliance.
Exceptional stakeholder management experience, with the ability to engage global funders, policymakers, and corporate partners.
Proven leadership and team management capabilities, with a track record of building and leading high-performing teams.
Excellent communication, negotiation, and public speaking skills.
Deep passion for education and social impact, with a strong commitment to CAIN’s mission.