Programme Manager (DFID)
CONTRACT: Permanent, Full time
SALARY: £36, 695 - £39,285
LOCATION: Central London
CLOSING DATE: 15th April 2013
SALARY: £36, 695 - £39,285
LOCATION: Central London
CLOSING DATE: 15th April 2013
At ActionAid we've undergone significant planned change to ensure we are better positioned to deliver lasting solutions to the problems of global poverty. A new structure and fresh thinking has re-energised the organisation. We've now created fantastic career opportunities for experienced sector professionals who want to be part of an organisation that is delivering a bold strategy to provide sustained improvements to the poorest and most excluded people in the world. Join our action to end poverty now and be part of something truly amazing.
As Programme Manager (DfID) you will ensure the successful management of our £12million Partnership Programme Arrangement (PPA) with DfID – working strategically and at operational level to generate and ultimately increase income for our work. Day-to-day you will strengthen performance, provide direction and ensure we fulfil programme commitments to DfID. You will ensure compliance, lead the monitoring, evaluation and reporting processes as well as foster cross organisational learning and sharing of best practice. From monitoring budgets and building capacity to developing relationships you will play a key role in the success of the PPA.Importantly, you will help us maximise funding opportunities through high quality proposals, strong partner networks, informed staff and effective intelligence.
As Programme Manager (DfID) you will ensure the successful management of our £12million Partnership Programme Arrangement (PPA) with DfID – working strategically and at operational level to generate and ultimately increase income for our work. Day-to-day you will strengthen performance, provide direction and ensure we fulfil programme commitments to DfID. You will ensure compliance, lead the monitoring, evaluation and reporting processes as well as foster cross organisational learning and sharing of best practice. From monitoring budgets and building capacity to developing relationships you will play a key role in the success of the PPA.Importantly, you will help us maximise funding opportunities through high quality proposals, strong partner networks, informed staff and effective intelligence.
This important role demands extensive experience of operations/grant management within the institutional funding arena as well as applied knowledge of project cycle management covering problem analysis through to monitoring and evaluation. Expert at preparing quality narrative and financial reports for institutional donors, you will be skilled at securing significant grant applications from a wide range of institutional funders. Comfortable managing multiple stakeholders you will possess strong communication, influencing and capacity building abilities as well as sound knowledge of financial control.
If you have the expertise to make a significant difference to our organisation we would be delighted to hear from you.
To apply
Please email your CV, covering letter and equal opportunities monitoring form to jobs@actionaid.org
About your application:
Due to the high volume of applications we receive, we regret we will not be able to respond personally to applicants who are not short-listed. If you have not heard from us within two weeks from the closing date, please assume you have been unsuccessful on this occasion. Only shortlisted candidates will be contacted.
Due to the high volume of applications we receive, we regret we will not be able to respond personally to applicants who are not short-listed. If you have not heard from us within two weeks from the closing date, please assume you have been unsuccessful on this occasion. Only shortlisted candidates will be contacted.
ActionAid is an equal opportunities employer. We warmly welcome applications from all sections of the community and aim to promote diversity.
Recruitment consultancies / agencies should not approach ActionAid with regards to open vacancies. We regret that agency candidates will not be considered.
All interested applicants must be able to provide proof of eligibility to work in the UK.
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