Head of large/complex programmes Salary: £52,724 to £59,274 including London Allowance (if applicable) Based: London (Waterloo) or in Christian Aid country office (where local salary would apply) Closing date: 12 noon, Wednesday 22 August 2012
This role supports the geographic regions by putting in place the “surge capacity” for large, complex and sensitive contracts and programme grants and managing their transition into the geographic regions. It enables Christian Aid to scale up in designing and delivering ambitious programme packages and in developing and rolling out new thematic areas such as community health. It balances this by ensuring that we fulfil accountabilities to programme stakeholders, including donors, and that we appropriately manage the risks we take. The role reports to the Head of Programme Delivery and Operations and is a member of the International Department Senior Management Team and the organisational Strategic Management Group. It sits on key programme boards such as the one for the PPA and on the Large Programme Oversight Committee.
Requires proficient experience in programming in a range of geographies and sectors within an INGO environment. Requires working knowledge of key donors such as DFID and EEC. Requires people management experience and ability to manage remote relationships of a direct and matrix nature. Excellent command of all aspects of the project management cycle. Educated to degree level or above.
We value the contribution each person makes to the success of our organisation. That’s why you can expect a wide range of rewards and benefits, including a generous holiday allowance and pension, flexi working, season ticket loan (if based in the UK) that will ensure you enjoy a good work/life balance. If the post is based in one of our country offices, local terms and conditions will apply and the post may attract expatriate benefits if the criteria are met. Candidates interested in this position in a country office should enquire of details of salary and benefits.
If we base the post on the UK, non-EC nationals will require current and valid permission to work in the UK.
To apply for this post, please download an application pack from www.christianaid.org.uk/jobs
Please note CVs will not be accepted.
Job reference: 317/OK Closing date for applications: 12noon 22 August 2012 Interview date: week beginning 3 September 2012
Christian Aid values diversity and aspires to reflect this in our workforce. We welcome applications from people from all sections of the community, irrespective of race, colour, gender, age, disability, sexual orientation, religion or belief.
To apply for this post, please download an application pack from www.christianaid.org.uk/jobs
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