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Head of Thematic Programmes Group, Governance and Institutional Development Division

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Reference: 110400318
Location: London, UK
Closing Date: 22 May 2011

Job summary

The Head of the Thematic Programmes Group leads a dynamic team of Thematic Advisers, Programme Officers, ICT for Development Officers and Programme Assistants who provide valued advice and technically competent assistance in response to CHOGM policy mandates and member countries’ public sector development needs. The Head leads and coordinates the strategic management of GIDD’s thematic programmes by setting strategic direction, fostering teamwork and collaboration, and monitoring and evaluating results. The incumbent ensures that thematic programmes are aligned with the goals of GIDD and within the wider strategies and outcomes of the Secretariat.

Task description

The post holder:

  • Participates as a key member of GIDD’s senior leadership team, which is responsible for establishing partnerships and building networks with other Secretariat divisions, member countries, multilateral and donor agencies, and other international stakeholders. Plays a key role in ensuring the smooth functioning of the division, including during planned absences of the Director and other colleagues. Performs an advisory role to the Secretariat in specialist areas of expertise.
  • Collaborates with the Head of the Regional Programmes Group to engage regional specialists in team projects and thematic initiatives requiring country-specific or regional expertise.
  • Collaborates with the Head of the Regional Programmes Group and the Head of the Technical Cooperation and Strategic Response Group to facilitate development of appropriate advisory services, short-term consultancies, learning interventions, and other forms of technical assistance.
  • Provides strategic advice on pan-Commonwealth, regional, and country issues to facilitate development of an integrated programme of technical assistance and capacity building that uses the Commonwealth Secretariat’s comparative advantage to deliver value for money impact.
  • Organises, guides, and oversees the work of Thematic Programmes Group staff and teams in the effective and efficient delivery of relevant thematic programmes.
  • Motivates, organises and line manages Thematic Programmes Group staff and teams through agreement on planned objectives and expected outcomes. Leads the team to meet these stated objectives, with staff appraisals based upon review of performance in achieving agreed outcomes.
  • Oversees Thematic Programmes Group strategic planning, budgeting, and financial management to ensure prudent utilisation of allocated resources and accountability for results.
  • Provides intellectual leadership on governance in the Thematic Programmes Group.
  • Encourages research, development, and publication of thematic works and case studies on good practice, to improve the visibility of GIDD’s impact.
  • Ensures ongoing management and exchange of knowledge within the Thematic Programmes Group and GIDD, as well as dissemination across the Secretariat.

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