Programme Manager job description

About the job

We are looking for a programme manager to lead a group of projects under one programme and make sure they achieve their results within the funding and commitments agreed with donors.

Duties and responsibilities

• Oversee the planning and delivery of the programme's projects and track progress against plan
• Lead the programme team, assign work, and appraise and develop its members
• Manage relations with donors and partners and represent the organization in sector coordination meetings
• Monitor programme budgets and ensure compliance with donor requirements
• Review donor reports before submission and check their data and indicators
• Lead the design of new projects and funding proposals with the grants and MEAL teams
• Use monitoring and evaluation findings to measure the programme's impact and improve delivery
• Assess operational and security risks to the programme and plan responses

Working conditions

• Regular visits to programme sites in different cities

Requirements

• Bachelor's degree in management, social sciences, development studies or a related field
• At least 6 years of experience in managing development or humanitarian programmes, including at least 2 years leading a team

The years of experience follow the level you choose when posting.

Skills

• Programme management
• Donor relations
• Leadership
• Budgeting
• English
• Proposal writing
• Risk management
• Results-based management

Preferred

• A master's degree in development, project management or a related field
• Experience managing grants from major international donors
• Experience working in Libya or similar fragile settings