Assistant Program Director

Info Resume Edge; Dubai; On-site; AED 120,000 - 200,000; Full time

Job summary

A leading company in the UAE is seeking an Assistant Program Director to support the Program Director in managing programs and initiatives. The role involves coordinating schedules, evaluating program effectiveness, managing budgets, and ensuring compliance with regulations. Ideal candidates will have strong leadership skills, a degree in a relevant field, and experience in program administration.

Qualifications

• Bachelor's degree in Public Administration, Education, Social Services or related field required.
• 3-5 years of experience in program coordination or nonprofit management.
• Strong leadership and organizational skills are essential.

Responsibilities

• Assist in planning and monitoring program activities and outcomes.
• Support program staff in achieving objectives and ensure quality service delivery.
• Monitor budgets and oversee financial records.

Skills

Leadership

Team Management

Organizational Skills

Communication

Project Management

Education

Bachelors degree in Public Administration

Masters preferred

Tools

MS Office Suite

Job description

The Assistant Program Director supports the Program Director in the planning coordination and execution of programs and initiatives. This role helps ensure that program goals are achieved effectively and efficiently by managing staff overseeing day-to-day operations and maintaining compliance with organizational standards and policies.

Key Responsibilities:

• Assist in planning implementing and monitoring program activities and outcomes

• Support program staff in achieving objectives and ensuring quality service delivery

• Coordinate schedules resources and communications across program teams

• Help evaluate program effectiveness and implement improvements

• Assist with data collection reporting and grant compliance requirements

• Monitor budgets expenditures and financial records in coordination with finance staff

• Represent the program in meetings events and community outreach activities

• Support hiring training and supervision of program staff or volunteers

• Ensure adherence to internal policies and external regulations

• Serve as the acting Program Director in their absence

Qualifications and Skills:

• Bachelors degree in Public Administration Education Social Services or related field (Masters preferred)

• 35 years of experience in program coordination administration or nonprofit management

• Strong leadership team management and organizational skills

• Excellent written and verbal communication abilities

• Proficiency in project management tools and MS Office Suite

• Experience with budget management and outcome reporting

• Knowledge of applicable regulations grant management and compliance requirements

Preferred Attributes:

• Strategic thinker with a solutions-focused mindset

• Ability to multitask and manage competing priorities

• Commitment to the organizations mission and values

• High degree of professionalism discretion and integrity