Senior Programme Manager (12-month FTC)

Disabled Workers Co-operative; Greater London; On-site; GBP 38,000 - 46,000; Full time

Job summary

A global humanitarian organization is seeking a Senior Programme Manager to lead complex programmes in West Africa. You will manage high-value projects, ensuring compliance and effectiveness while collaborating with various stakeholders. The ideal candidate has extensive programme management experience, particularly in francophone regions, and a commitment to gender equality. Join us in tackling structural inequality and making a difference.

Qualifications

• Experienced programme manager with a track record of managing complex, multi-country programmes.
• Knowledge of agricultural value chains, particularly in West Africa.
• Commitment to tackling structural inequality and promoting gender equality.

Responsibilities

• Manage a mixed portfolio of humanitarian and development programmes.
• Lead programme oversight across the full project lifecycle.
• Collaborate with country offices, partners, and internal teams.

Skills

Excellent written and verbal communication skills in English and French

Strong programme and financial management capability

Excellent donor and stakeholder relationship management

Ability to manage complexity and competing priorities

Job description

Senior Programme Manager – CARE International UK

Location: London – Full Time – 12‑month Fixed Term Contract

Salary: £45,703 per annum
Closing date: 4 January 2026 at 11pm
Interview date: 13 January 2026

About CARE

CARE International is a global humanitarian organisation fighting poverty in the most challenging situations. Founded in 1945, CARE currently works in over 100 countries and reached 53.4 million people last year through nearly 1,500 projects.

Why work for CARE International UK?

As Senior Programme Manager you will lead complex, high‑value programmes, ensuring strong delivery, compliance, and impact across diverse contexts. You will work closely with country offices, partners, and donors, focusing on francophone Africa and innovative corporate partnerships.

About you

You are an experienced programme manager with a track record of managing complex, multi‑country programmes funded by institutional and corporate donors. You bring sound judgement, strong organisational skills, and the confidence to lead donor relationships and resolve delivery challenges.

• Excellent written and verbal communication skills in English and French.
• Experience working in or with francophone contexts, particularly in West Africa.
• Knowledge of agricultural value chains (e.g., cocoa) and the realities facing smallholder farmers.
• Commitment to CARE’s values and demonstrated commitment to tackling structural inequality and promoting gender equality.

About the role

The Senior Programme Manager is responsible for independently managing a mixed portfolio of humanitarian and/or development programmes, including some of CARE International UK’s most complex and high‑value projects. The role leads on programme oversight across the full project lifecycle, from contracting and start‑up through to delivery, reporting, and close‑out, ensuring high standards of quality, compliance, and risk management.

The role involves close collaboration with country offices, partners, and internal teams, including Programme Finance, Programme Funding, and technical advisers, as well as acting as a senior interface with donors. The priority geographic focus for this post is West Africa, with particular emphasis on francophone countries.

Key skills and abilities required

• Strong programme and financial management capability.
• Excellent donor and stakeholder relationship management.
• Ability to manage complexity and competing priorities.
• Confidence working independently while escalating risks appropriately.

Safeguarding

CARE International UK has a zero‑tolerance approach to any abuse, sexual harassment, or exploitation of a vulnerable adult or child. All staff must understand and work within CARE’s Safeguarding Policy and Code of Conduct. All offers of employment are subject to satisfactory references appropriate criminal record checks (including a Bridger check), and other recruitment procedures.

Equality and Diversity

CARE International UK is a Disability Confident Employer and welcomes applications from disabled people. We guarantee interviews to disabled applicants who meet the essential criteria for the role. We are committed to building a diverse and inclusive workplace and particularly welcome applications from people of under‑represented backgrounds, including those from Black, Asian and other ethnic minority communities, and individuals who identify as LGBTQ+.

Right to Work in the UK

Applicants residing outside of the UK may apply for this role if it meets the salary threshold and the latest Skilled Worker Visa guidance on the Government website.

Application Instructions

Please submit an application form using the link below. CVs and cover letters are not accepted.

Apply here

Contact

HR Team
Care International UK
1 St John’s Lane
London, EC1M 4AR

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