Senior Program Manager

Placements24; United States; Remote; USD 120,000 - 170,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Competitive salary

Fully remote work

Professional growth opportunities

Impactful global work

Job summary

Placements24 is seeking an experienced Senior Program Manager for a fully remote role with an international development organization. You will lead strategic initiatives, shape program strategy, and guide multi-region teams to deliver meaningful social and economic impact.

You will oversee budgets, stakeholder engagement, monitoring and reporting, and ensure successful execution across regions. The ideal candidate has 10+ years of progressive program management experience, strong leadership, and

Qualifications

• Master's degree in International Development, Public Administration, Social Sciences, or a related field.

Responsibilities

• Lead the strategic planning, design, and implementation of large-scale development programs.
• Manage program budgets, ensuring financial accountability and efficient resource allocation.
• Provide leadership and mentorship to program teams, fostering a collaborative and high-performing environment.
• Engage with and manage relationships with key stakeholders, including donors, government partners, and community leaders.
• Oversee program monitoring, evaluation, and reporting to ensure achievement of intended outcomes and impact.

Skills

Leadership

Budget management

Stakeholder engagement

Remote team management

Communication skills

Education

Master's degree in International Development, Public Administration, Social Sciences, or a related field

Job description

About the Role

Our client, a prominent international development organization, is seeking an experienced Senior Program Manager to lead strategic initiatives from a fully remote position. This leadership role involves overseeing complex, multi-faceted programs aimed at driving significant social and economic improvements. You will be responsible for program strategy development, team leadership, stakeholder engagement, and ensuring the successful execution and impact of projects across various regions. The ideal candidate possesses extensive program management experience, exceptional leadership qualities, and a proven ability to manage large-scale projects remotely, contributing to impactful work that transcends geographical boundaries.

Key Responsibilities

• Lead the strategic planning, design, and implementation of large-scale development programs.
• Manage program budgets, ensuring financial accountability and efficient resource allocation.
• Provide leadership and mentorship to program teams, fostering a collaborative and high-performing environment.
• Engage with and manage relationships with key stakeholders, including donors, government partners, and community leaders.
• Oversee program monitoring, evaluation, and reporting to ensure achievement of intended outcomes and impact.

Requirements

• Master's degree in International Development, Public Administration, Social Sciences, or a related field.
• 10+ years of progressive experience in program management within the non-profit or international development sector.
• Demonstrated success in managing complex, multi-year programs with significant budgets.
• Strong leadership, strategic thinking, and problem-solving capabilities.
• Excellent communication and interpersonal skills, with experience working with diverse global teams remotely.

Benefits

• Highly competitive salary and comprehensive benefits package.
• Fully remote work opportunity offering exceptional flexibility and autonomy.
• Significant opportunities for professional growth and leadership development.
• The chance to manage impactful programs that create lasting positive change globally.
• Work with a dedicated and experienced team committed to making a difference from anywhere.