Duty Station : Myitkyina Based with frequent travel to field locations in Kachin and Shan
Report to : Area Manager-NEAO
Overall purpose of the role:
The Area Programmes Manager is the deputy of the Area Manager and will provide support to him/her with the overall management and oversight responsibility for the program design, planning and implementation for the Northeast programs' portfolio in Protection, Economic Recovery, and Humanitarian Mine Action. Ensuring quality program performance and alignment with technical and program management standards.
The Area Programmes Manager will directly manage at least 4 project managers, including: Protection Project Managers, Economic Recovery Project Managers, and have dotted line management for Humanitarian Mine Action Project Managers, ensuring adequate support in project cycle management and capacity development is provided to the overall programs teams to ensure the highest levels of performance. Where Technical Coordinators are in place, they will be responsible for technical line management of the relevant program managers. The Area Programmes Manager will also work closely with the Area Partnership Specialist, Area MEAL Manager, Area Finance Coordinator, and other relevant focal points based out of the country office.
Geographic scope: Area (Kachin and Shan)
This role has an area focus and ensures compliance to DRC procedures and guidelines within the area. The role contributes to the development of area strategies, which are translated into action plans and day-to-day tasks. The role provides support and guidance to all area's operations in Kachin and Shan State.
This position is based in Myitkyina with frequent travels throughout Kachin and Shan State.
Responsibilities
Strategy and Program Development:
Along with the Area Manager and Head of Programmes, responsible for developing the overall programmatic strategy across the entire area operation, ensuring that program design and implementation is in line with the overall country program strategy Ensure strategic program planning for upcoming program cycles in line with available funding, and identify funding gaps where needed Responsible for developing policies, processes and standards within respective areas Deliver inputs to program strategy and identify opportunities for new projects Lead assessments for emergency or longer-term programming in existing or new project locations Contribute to and/or lead (as requested) on the development of concept papers, budgets and proposals with support from the Grants unit and Project Managers. With support from Area Manager, ensure the incorporation of the on-going context analysis and scenario planning as part of the programโs strategy and planning. Along with Technical Coordinators and Area Manager, responsible for supporting the development of technical strategies in line with overall country technical program strategyPeople Management:
Lead and manage the program staff (including people planning, performance, well-being and development). Identify and develop capacity development support to program teams with focus on national capacity development. Provide clear guidance and support and ensure implementation plans, policies and requirements are properly communicated to all program staffProgram Management and Quality Assurance:
Monitoring, Evaluation and Reporting:
Support the MEAL team in developing and managing MEAL plans, and monitoring and evaluations tools and indicators. Ensure quality control processes and tools are developed ensuring technical and performance quality standards are upheld. Support the team in developing monthly, Quarterly and final donors reports with support from Grants Ensure programs' records are up to date and are in line with donors retention policies. Ensure that relevant beneficiary data is collected, compiled, analyzed and distributed and that relevant assessments are conducted in the project areaRepresentation, external relations and advocacy:
Increase the visibility and credibility of DRCโs program in the area and maintain close relations with all relevant stakeholders including other international organizations, UN agencies, Donors and others. As requested, represent DRC in donor visits and following up on cluster meetings with the PMs and TCs. Ensure effective coordination and visibility of the implementation of the projects with all humanitarian and development actors Coordination with Area Manager, HoP and Technical Coordinators to agree and clarify key messages for advocacy, DRC positions and other external communicationsAs Manager the post-holder is responsible for the following:
Accountable for achieving DRCโs strategic goals and objectives within the area of responsibility Accountable for making significant decisions on what the unit does: its purpose, functions and role, and for making commitments and decisions that require the expenditure of significant unit resources. Accountable for people management of direct reports. This includes hiring & firing, objective setting, probation, performance appraisal, development of staff, managing performance, including poor performance, etc. Accountable for making sound decisions based on DRC policies, MOPs, standards, and the advice of technical experts in DRC Any other duties relating to the nature of the job as requested by the ManagerExperience and technical competencies:
Master's degree in political science, international development, economics or other relevant field. At least 4 years' experience in relevant field. At least 4 years' experience with people management, grants and program management, preferably in Emergency Programming, Protection, Mine Action and/or Economic Recovery programs Proven leadership skills and a competence in people management Experience with effectively coordinating with national partners, local/government authorities, NGO partners, UN agencies and other relevant stakeholders. Full professional proficiency in EnglishAll DRC roles require the post-holder to master DRCโs core competencies :
Striving for excellence: Focusing on reaching results while ensuring efficient processes. Collaborating: Involving relevant parties and encouraging feedback. Taking the lead: Taking ownership and initiative while aiming for innovation. Communicating: Listening and speaking effectively and honestly. Demonstrating integrity: Upholding and promoting the highest standards of ethical and professional conduct in relation to DRCโs values and Code of Conduct, including safeguarding against sexual exploitation, abuse and harassment.Conditions
Contract: DRC will offer the successful applicant a DRCโs Regular contract including 3-month probation period. Renewable depends on both funding and performance. Salary and conditions will be in accordance with DRCโs Terms of Employment. The position is in Employment Band F-management.
Application and CV
Interested? Click the button to apply. Please send your application, in English, no later than 22nd August 2025.
CV only applications will not be considered.
(Applications will be reviewed on a rolling basis, and shortlisted candidates may be contacted for interview/an offer made before the advertised closing date)