Program Manager

Program Manager – Darfur We are currently recruiting an emergency Program Manager – Darfur to join our Sudan Office Programs team . This is a remote/hybrid position to be based in Chad , with deployment to Darfur, Sudan, subject to security clearance. At Relief International, we are committed to building a representative , inclusive and authentic workplace. We strongly encourage applications from candidates from minoritized backgrounds those who bring lived experience of the contexts in which we work. We are proud to be a global recruiter, hiring people from around the world. We offer competitive salaries and benefit packages for all staff, that are applied fairly and transparently. This means we are unable to advertise the salary as it is dependent on the local job market of the staff member, we will inform shortlisted candidates of the salary range as part of the selection process. Note you must have the right to work in your home-based location and that national terms and conditions will apply. This role is classified as requiring advanced pre-employment checks. About Relief International. Relief International (RI) works in 15 countries globally to relieve poverty, ensure well-being and advance dignity. We specialize in fragile settings, responding to natural disasters, humanitarian crises, and chronic poverty. About the Opportunity. As part of the country Programs Team within RI Sudan, the Program Manager (PM) will support Program and Portfolio Management for North Darfur. The PM works with the Deputy Country Director of Programs and Technical Coordinators to provide ongoing support to Darfur teams. Your responsibilities will be · Program Management: Provide comprehensive in-person and remote guidance and support with the implementation of sound project cycle management in accordance with RI’s Program Management Framework (PMF), support timely project mobilization for all projects in the country, as well as closeout for existing projects, involving relevant country program team and regional team and ensuring follow-up and appropriate documentation is in place. · Program Development: Write, and edit proposal narratives, concept notes, donor reports, and other business/program development documents when assigned as part of proposal teams. · Travel to field offices and project sites : To provide support, monitoring, and capacity building as per program needs, including gap filling of key program positions and seconded health and nutrition staff in the health facilities. · Grants Management Support: Ensure high-quality content and compliance with guidelines and requirements for donor reports. Provide final copy edit and/or support in writing assigned sections, upon request. When needed, deploy to country programs to assist in writing reports. · Budget Management: Support in the development of financial management tools and the monitoring of budgets. · Communications and Representation Support: Collaborate with Project Managers/Leads, Technical Coordinators, DCDs, and Grants team to gather information for bi-weekly Sitreps. Utilize standard templates and produce high-quality reports for internal and external dissemination. About You. You will bring the following experience and skills. · Strong verbal and written French language and English language skills · Master’s degree in Public / Global Health, International Development, Humanitarian Studies, Management Studies, or related field in desirable · Bachelor’s degree in a medical-related field (nursing / midwifery / medicine / public health) preferred · Demonstrated progressive professional experience managing humanitarian or development programming or supporting the management of programs · Exceptional and demonstrated skills in program cycle management, covering the entire program cycle · Substantial experience managing multi-donor programs · Familiarity with US Government grants, ECHO/EC, UN grants · Ability to travel internationally to support country programs Research shows that women and those from marginalized ethnic groups are less likely to apply to jobs, unless they meet every single requirement. If you’re excited about this role, but your experience doesn’t align with every criteria described, we encourage you to apply anyway, you could be exactly what we need! How to apply. To apply for this post, click on the “ Apply ” button in the job advert page. · You will be asked to upload a CV and Cover Letter . · The cover letter should be two pages, and explain why you are interested in this post with Relief International and how your skills and experience make you a good fit. Closing date: As this is an emergency response role, we will be reviewing applicants on a rolling basis, please apply today as we may withdraw the position from the jobs board before the closing date. As a humanitarian organization, Relief International is committed to the safeguarding of all those we come into contact with through our work. We are committed to the core humanitarian principles regarding prevention of sexual exploitation and abuse. Relief International expects all staff and volunteers to share this commitment and uphold the values and behaviors outlined in the Code of Conduct. Recruitment to all roles in Relief International include a criminal records self-declaration, references, and other pre-employment checks, which may include police and qualifications checks.