Program Officer, Africa

FH Canada; Abbotsford; Remote; CAD 70,000 - 75,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Medical benefits

Dental benefits

RRSP matching

Generous paid time off

Job summary

FH Canada is a Canadian, Christian non-profit organization working to transform communities through local leadership and partnership. The Program Officer for Africa leads a portfolio of international program partnerships, guiding participatory design, monitoring and learning to deliver impactful, donor-supported initiatives.

The role supports grants, reporting and collaboration across teams, with travel as needed.

Qualifications

• Proven ability to apply results-based management and MEAL practices in international programs.
• Strong data analysis, synthesis and reporting skills.
• Excellent cross-cultural communication and collaboration across partners.

Responsibilities

• Oversee Africa-region partnerships to deliver FH Canada-funded initiatives.
• Maintain regular partner communications and in-person visits for accountability and learning.
• Ensure program quality, financial planning, monitoring and donor reporting compliance.
• Support grants and donor relations, providing data and impact stories.

Skills

Cross-cultural collaboration

Results-based management

MEAL systems

Data-driven decision making

English fluency

Education

Bachelor's degree in development

Master's degree an asset

Job description

PROGRAM OFFICER, AFRICA

At FH Canada, we believe transformation happens when local communities are in the driver’s seat. We walk alongside partners around the world who are leading their own development journeys—fostering resilience, gender equality, and hope for generations to come. As part of our International Programs team, you’ll help bring this vision to life by strengthening community-led initiatives that create tangible, lasting impact as our Program Officer, assigned to the Africa region.

ABOUT YOU

You are passionate about community-led development and believe lasting change happens when local voices lead the way. You’re energized by cross-cultural collaboration and thrive on building strong, trust-based partnerships that deliver measurable results. You bring curiosity, humility, and a deep respect for the knowledge and leadership of local partners. You’re skilled in turning data and insights into action, using results-based management and MEAL systems to strengthen program impact. You have in-country experience supporting local projects in Africa or similar international settings. Whether you’re connecting with partners, collaborating with global colleagues, or writing donor reports, you bring clarity, consistency, and compassion to every interaction.

THE JOB

As Program Officer, you will oversee a portfolio of international program partnerships for the Africa region, ensuring the effective delivery of FH Canada–funded initiatives in alignment with our 2030 strategic focus on Partnering for Impact. In this role, you will:

• Strengthen community-led impact by facilitating participatory program design, monitoring, and learning processes that center local voices.
• Support partnerships through regular communication and in-person visits —ensuring clarity, accountability, and shared learning.
• Oversee program quality and compliance, including financial planning, performance monitoring, and reporting, in alignment with FH Canada and donor requirements.
• Support grants and donor relations, providing relevant data and impact stories to engage institutional and private donors, and supporting new funding opportunities (especially with Global Affairs Canada).
• Foster collaboration and learning, contributing to inter-partner knowledge exchange and thought leadership that advances faith-driven, community-centered approaches to development.

WHAT YOU BRING

• Bachelor’s degree in international development, humanitarian response, or a related field (Master’s degree an asset).
• Minimum 3 years of experience in international development or humanitarian relief, managing or supporting program implementation.
• High level of detail-orientation and data-savvy, with the ability to synthesize both quantitative and qualitative information.
• Proven knowledge and experience with results-based management, MEAL systems, and one or more technical areas such as gender equality or food security.
• Fluency in English with proven ability to navigate the nuances of working across cultures and contexts with grace and integrity.
• Fluency in French or another language used in FH’s Africa regional portfolio is considered an asset.
• Experience with Canadian charitable regulations and GAC-funded programming is considered an asset.
• Alignment with and commitment to FH Canada’s mission and values.
• Must be legally able to work in Canada and travel internationally.

THE DETAILS

• Location/Hours: This is a full‑time (37.5 hours per week), fully remote position open to candidates with a valid work permit based anywhere in Canada. We offer a flexible work schedule within core collaboration hours, supporting both autonomy and connection in a digital-first environment.
• Travel: Up to 6 weeks per year nationally and internationally. Valid passport required.
• Compensation: $70,000.00-$75,000.00 annually, based on level of education and experience. A full suite of additional benefits include full employer paid medical, dental, RRSP matching, and generous paid time off.

OUR STRATEGIC DIRECTION

FH Canada is in an exciting season of transformation, having recently launched a new strategic plan and refreshed purpose and values. This direction prioritizes innovation, continuous learning, adaptive leadership and deeper collaboration with partners, donors and global stakeholders. As a remote-first organization, we are intentionally re‑imagining how we work—prioritizing outcomes, trust, innovation and meaningful connection over traditional structures.

We are seeking team members who are comfortable with change, energized by innovation, and eager to help shape new ways of working while advancing our global mission. At FH Canada, you will join a passionate, values‑driven team committed to meaningful impact. We offer:

• Purposeful Work: Contribute to a mission that is changing lives and communities globally.
• Intentional Connection: Engage in purposeful in‑person collaboration, team gatherings and shared learning moments that strengthen relationships and culture.
• Flexible, Supportive Culture: Experience work arrangements and supports that enable wellbeing and effectiveness.
• Growth Through Change: Be part of an organization reinventing itself—where innovation, adaptability and learning are valued and encouraged.
• Values-Driven Culture: Join a respectful, collaborative team committed to integrity, service and stewardship.

ABOUT FH CANADA

FH Canada is a Canadian, Christian non‑profit organization dedicated to bringing sustainable transformation to families and communities living in poverty around the world. We work in partnership with local leaders to address the root causes of poverty through a holistic, community‑led approach that supports long‑term wellbeing in areas such as food security, education, health, livelihoods and more. Our work is grounded in compassion, collaboration and a belief in the dignity and potential of every community.

We are committed to fostering a diverse, equitable and inclusive workplace. As a signatory to Cooperation Canada’s Code of Ethics and Anti‑Racism Framework, we uphold sector‑wide commitments to ethical practice, human rights and equity. We welcome applications from individuals of all backgrounds and strive to create an environment where everyone feels valued and respected.