Programme Development Manager
Quick answer
Saferworld is hiring a mid-level Programme Development Manager (UK-based) with a focus on 3-4 countries, to support programme design and funding mobilisation for peace, security and justice programmes. The role involves working with country teams and partners, leading proposal development, and building donor relationships. Salary: £43,800.
- Role
- Programme Development Manager
- Organization
- Saferworld
- Location
- London, Nairobi, Kampala and Bishkek (other locations will be considered in countries where Saferworld has a presence)
- Level
- Mid
- Compensation
- Grade F - UK salary: £43,800. Based on the location of the applicant, the national salary structures of the corresponding country will apply
- Category
- Programs & Operations
The role
The Programme Development Manager will support a portfolio of Saferworld’s teams in co-designing and mobilising funding for peace, security and justice programmes alongside Saferworld’s partners. The successful applicant will have a focus of 3-4 countries, which will be decided based on the candidate’s experience and preference.
What you'll do
- Lead participatory, partner-centred programme co-design and development of programme concept notes and proposals
- Ensure programme design and proposal development processes are non-extractive and non-hierarchical
- Support efforts to diversify funding sources from trusts and foundations
- Support due diligence processes when entering into partnerships with INGOs and new or deepened funding relationships with donors
- Represent Saferworld at relevant donor conferences, seminars and other fundraising events
- Engage with the wider NGO and fundraising community
What it takes
- Demonstrable experience of co-designing, developing and implementing international development programmes
- Experience leading collaborative design processes alongside civil society partners
- Demonstrable experience of writing successful funding proposals
- Proven experience of financial design, including programme budgeting and development of budget narratives
- Experience in building and maintaining relationships with donors
- Experience in mainstreaming gender-sensitivity/responsiveness/transformation in programme design and proposal development
What you'll bring
Frequently asked questions
Where is the job located?
The job can be based in London, Nairobi, Kampala, Bishkek, or other locations where Saferworld has a presence.
What is the compensation?
The compensation is Grade F - UK salary: £43,800. Based on the location of the applicant, the national salary structures of the corresponding country will apply.
What are the key qualifications required?
Key qualifications include experience in co-designing and developing international development programmes, leading collaborative design processes, writing successful funding proposals, financial design, and building and maintaining relationships with donors.
How do I apply?
Apply through the Saferworld Jobs website by sending your CV and a covering letter addressing the person specification and why you feel your experience matches the requirements of the role.
Is the job remote?
The job can be based in various locations, and other working arrangements such as part-time hours can be considered.
How to apply
Apply directly on Saferworld's site. We link straight through — no resume parsing, no profile to fill out.
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