Director of Programmes and External Engagement
Quick answer
Save the Children is hiring a senior Director of Programmes and External Engagement based in Caracas, Venezuela, to lead the design and delivery of programmatic and localization strategies and fundraising efforts.
- Role
- Director of Programmes and External Engagement
- Organization
- Save the Children
- Location
- Caracas, Venezuela
- Work setup
- On-site
- Level
- Senior
- Category
- Programs & Operations
The role
The position will be based in Caracas, Venezuela, and involves leading the design and delivery of Save the Children's full spectrum programmatic and localization strategy, as well as an accompanying fundraising strategy for the Venezuela country office.
What you'll do
- Lead on the design and follow-up of the Country Strategic Plan
- Lead, design and delivery of child participation country initiatives
- Lead on the annual review and planning process
- Monitor progress of the delivery of the Venezuela programme and localization strategy
- Support in the design and delivery of the advocacy and media campaigns
- Lead on defining structures and systems capable of delivering the Venezuela programme and localization strategy
What it takes
- Minimum of 5 years management experience in international contexts
- Experience in senior country leadership roles
- Conceptual and analytical skills
- Experience in operational planning, financial and budget management
- Experience in localization and partnership programming
- Experience in program development and good knowledge of donors
What you'll bring
Frequently asked questions
Where is the job located?
The job is located in Caracas, Venezuela.
What is the compensation?
The compensation is not specified.
What are the key qualifications required?
Key qualifications include minimum of 5 years management experience in international contexts, experience in senior country leadership roles, conceptual and analytical skills, experience in operational planning, financial and budget management, experience in localization and partnership programming, and experience in program development and good knowledge of donors.
How do I apply?
Please apply using a cover letter and up-to-date CV as a single document in PDF.
When is the application deadline?
The application deadline is 10/06/2026.
How to apply
Apply directly on Save the Children's site. We link straight through — no resume parsing, no profile to fill out.
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