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Ad title:
Programme Manager – Donor-Funded Projects
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DevelopmentAid
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Published: 24 October
/ Deadline: 14 November
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DevelopmentPeople (https://www.developmentpeople.com/) provides global talent acquisition and project management support to the international development aid sector. We assist non-profit organisations, consultancy firms, and major donors. Our team comprises multilingual professionals with extensive experience in recruitment and project management.
DevelopmentPeople is part of DEVAID LTD/DevelopmentAid, the world`s largest provider of development sector information, with an active membership of approximately 3, 200 organisations. Among our customers, you will find WB, IADB, UNOPS, UNIDO, UN Women, FAO, Millennium Challenge Corporation, USAID, World Vision, the British Council, and many other consultancies, civil engineering organisations, NGOs, universities, and research institutes. We provide these organisations with business information and support them in implementing their projects.
We are looking for... A Programme Manager - Donor-Funded Projects / International Development Sector for the Development Aid sector to manage and execute significant donor-funded assignments awarded to DEVAID LTD. The scope of these assignments often includes providing recruitment services to the respective organisations. You manage teams of consultants responsible for hiring key personnel for new countries or regional organisations.
In addition to recruitment services, you may be involved in other assignments that may include providing research and/or project implementation services to our customers. The successful candidate will also source and identify relevant bidding opportunities for DEVAID LTD. After successful identification, the candidate will coordinate the proposal with other team members, lead the recruitment process, and successfully assemble a bid, including all required communication.
Responsibilities:
** Manage a portfolio of donor-funded projects. These projects will be primarily managed remotely. However, some travel to the respective countries is anticipated for necessity.
** Lead project teams consisting of different consultants. Depending on the project, you may work with specialists such as recruitment specialists, HR Consultants, market researchers, technical experts, sustainability experts, and others.
** Ensure that projects remain in scope and meet budgetary, scheduling, and quality requirements.
** Provide training and instruction on the use of project tools.
** Be the main point of contact in all communications with the customer.
** Prepare proposals, interview and hire qualified staff, and coordinate the bidding process for upcoming framework agreement assignments.
** Identify relevant tenders and prepare proposals for such bidding opportunities.
** Report to the program director weekly.
Requirements:
** Proven experience in the international development sector (having worked for at least one international NGO, donor, or development agency).
** Proven experience managing projects remotely.
** Largely independent.
** Proven experience in the field of international development aid.
** Experience with managing and coordinating teams of consultants.
** Experience with recruitment and human resources management is a plus.
** A bachelor`s degree in International Relations, International Business Administration, Development Studies, Human Resources, or a related field is required.
** The successful candidate for this position will have full professional proficiency in English. Having a working knowledge of an additional language, such as Spanish or French, is a plus.
We offer:
** Competitive salary
** Full-time job, Monday- Friday; flexible working hours; working remotely.
** International working environment
** A talented and supportive team of peers
** Internal, on-the-job training and continuing professional development program
** Training policy covering professional training needs
** Corporate events, team building, and social events
How to apply:
To access positions` profile requirements and submit applications, please visit: https://drs-jobs.developmentaid.org/jobs/7795/programme-manager-development-aid-sector
The following documents should accompany applications:
** Curriculum vitae containing detailed work experience;
** Cover letter confirming interest and availability;
** Soft copies of higher education and professional certificates (if available).
The closing date for receiving applications is November 14th, 2025.
Only applications received through the online portal (Tenderwell) will be considered. Any applications received through other channels will not be considered. Only shortlisted applicants will be contacted for interviews.
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