Global Programme Leader for Impact & Innovation

Sos Children; Wien; On-site; EUR 120,000 - 160,000; Full time

Job summary

SOS Children’s Villages in Vienna, Austria seeks a Chief Programme Officer (CPO) to lead and strengthen programme impact across the federation. Based on the Executive Board, you will oversee knowledge management, innovation, and capacity building to support member associations and CVI-run operations.

You will coordinate international multi-country programmes, ensure compliance with standards, and guide safeguarding and humanitarian strategies while shaping long-term growth for children and

Qualifications

• Master's degree in Public Policy, International Development or related discipline.
• At least 10 years leadership experience in INGO/ICSO contexts.
• Experience leading international development programmes across multiple locations.
• Excellent business English; knowledge of other languages desirable.

Responsibilities

• Lead and strengthen programme impact across the federation.
• Oversee knowledge management, innovation, and evidence to enable Members and CVI run countries.
• Coordinate international programmes and multi-country programming including advocacy.
• Oversee capacity building and support services for members.
• Ensure CVI-run operations deliver maximum impact and comply with standards.

Skills

Leadership

Strategic thinking

Budget management

Governance

Stakeholder management

Communication skills

Cross-cultural leadership

Education

Master's degree in Public Policy or International Development

Job description

SOS Children’s Villages in Vienna, Austria seeks a Chief Programme Officer (CPO) to lead and strengthen programme impact across the federation. Based on the Executive Board, you will oversee knowledge management, innovation, and capacity building to support member associations and CVI-run operations.

You will coordinate international multi-country programmes, ensure compliance with standards, and guide safeguarding and humanitarian strategies while shaping long-term growth for children and