Global Livestock Programme Lead

pum; Den Haag; On-site; EUR 45,000 - 64,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Holiday allowance 8%

13th-month bonus

Working-from-home allowance

Commuting allowance

28 days holiday

Pension plan

Vitality budget

Job summary

PUM in the Netherlands is seeking a Programme Manager Animal Husbandry to lead the livestock-focused food programme. You will translate client needs into clear project proposals, manage an expert community, and align strategies with partnerships, delivering lasting impact across projects.

You will work with in-country managers, build a strong expert network, and secure funding from donors and foundations while ensuring compliance and high-quality results.

Qualifications

• Bachelor’s or Master’s degree in a relevant field.
• 10+ years of professional livestock sector experience in the Netherlands.
• Experience with SMEs, smallholder farmers, and business processes.
• Programme management and team leadership experience; volunteers a plus.
• Fluency in Dutch; English preferred.

Responsibilities

• Assess project requests and distinguish technical needs from business support.
• Translate client requests into actionable project proposals and match with experts.
• Develop programme plans aligned with organisational goals and partnerships.
• Identify and secure funding from donors and sponsors.
• Monitor programme developments and position experts for future demand.
• Act as an ambassador for diversity and inclusive expert communities.
• Manage programme data and share insights across projects.
• Coordinate project planning and support strategic partnerships.
• Ensure compliance with organisational policies across projects.

Skills

Livestock sector experience

Team leadership

Intercultural communication

Data-driven

Microsoft 365 & Dynamics

Dutch language

English preferred

30 hours per week (0.8 FTE)

Education

Bachelor's or Master’s degree

Tools

Microsoft 365

Microsoft Dynamics

Job description

PUM in the Netherlands is seeking a Programme Manager Animal Husbandry to lead the livestock-focused food programme. You will translate client needs into clear project proposals, manage an expert community, and align strategies with partnerships, delivering lasting impact across projects.

You will work with in-country managers, build a strong expert network, and secure funding from donors and foundations while ensuring compliance and high-quality results.