Programme Manager

• 5–7 years of progressive experience in program management, preferably in child-focused development initiatives.

• Proven expertise in project management, team supervision, monitoring and reporting, and budget administration.

• Experience in education, health and nutrition, child protection, adolescent development, community mobilization, or urban development programs will be an added advantage.

• Strong understanding of government systems related to health, education, and protection, along with stakeholder engagement at local and national levels.

• Demonstrated experience in sustainability planning, system transition, program exit strategies, and localization.

• Experience in resource mobilization, including proposal and concept note development and donor engagement.

• A proven ability to generate evidence, develop knowledge products, and facilitate organizational learning.

• Excellent analytical, facilitation, presentation, communication, coordination, and report-writing skills in both Bangla and English.

• A strong commitment to child rights, inclusive programming, and collaboration with diverse partners and communities.

Additional Requirements

• Strong interpersonal skills and the ability to work collaboratively within a team.

• Effective planning and progress-monitoring skills to ensure timely implementation of program activities.

• Proficiency in Microsoft Word, Excel, and PowerPoint.

• Ability to work under pressure and manage multiple responsibilities efficiently.

• Demonstrated ambition, teamwork, creativity, and integrity in professional responsibilities.

• A compassionate and respectful attitude toward disadvantaged groups, minorities, diverse racial and ethnic communities, and people of all genders.

1. Strategic Leadership, Sustainability & Exit Transition

• Contribute to the development and review of sustainability plans, results frameworks, and annual work plans for urban programs covering education, health and nutrition, child protection, adolescent development, sponsorship operations, and community mobilization.

• Strengthen government and community systems to sustain program outcomes in health, education, and child protection.

• Develop sustainability benchmarks, transition tools, and community readiness assessments in collaboration with MEAL and technical teams.

• Monitor and document risk mitigation measures and progress across program areas.

• Prepare and review monthly, quarterly, and annual work plans, ensuring alignment with project agreements, exit strategies, and measurable performance indicators.

• Oversee evidence-based urban pilot initiatives and use lessons learned to inform broader policies and program development.

• Document and promote the integration of successful practices into government institutions and community systems for future adaptation and replication.

2. Localization

• Promote localization and strengthen the capacity of local organizations and community actors.

• Facilitate MoUs, strategic partnerships, SOP handovers, and the translation of program tools into Bangla to support ownership by local communities and authorities.

3. Resource Mobilization & Business Development

• Identify funding opportunities that align with program sustainability objectives.

• Lead or contribute to concept notes, funding proposals, and investment cases for transition and sustainability in consultation with organizational management.

4. Program Impact, Monitoring & Learning

• Collaborate with the MEAL team to monitor program performance and generate evidence of sustainable outcomes.

• Contribute to Sponsorship Annual Reports (SAR), Sponsorship Annual Validation Plans (AVPs), evaluations, learning reviews, and impact-focused case studies.

• Use tools such as IPTT and DIP tracking sheets to measure progress and support evidence-based decision-making.

• Conduct assessments, studies, and case studies, documenting lessons for children, families, NGOs, and other stakeholders.

• Organize consultation meetings, workshops, and knowledge-sharing events with community leaders and relevant stakeholders.

5. Stakeholder Engagement & Partnership Management

• Coordinate with government departments, including DPE, DSHE, DGHS, DSS, DNCC, and BSA, as well as local authorities and civil society organizations.

• Establish and maintain effective partnerships with local government bodies, administrative authorities, and NGOs working in related fields.

• Strengthen strategic partnerships and advocacy to integrate sponsorship approaches into local and national systems.

• Conduct periodic review meetings with Save the Children (SC) and MSS teams to promote community ownership, accountability, and sustainability.

6. Budget Management & Reporting

• Prepare and review project budgets, analyze budget variances, and verify expenditure against planned activities on a monthly and quarterly basis.

• Conduct spot checks to ensure that project inputs and deliverables are provided as planned.

• Ensure timely submission of financial and programmatic reports.

• Prepare monthly and quarterly progress reports within established deadlines.

• Document and share lessons learned, best practices, progress, and achievements with relevant stakeholders.

• Compile, review, and develop reports for Save the Children as required.

7. Staff Supervision & Management

• Ensure adequate staffing in line with project requirements and design.

• Support staff development, strengthen team capacity, and conduct performance appraisals.

• Provide constructive feedback, guidance, and support to team members based on their performance and progress.

8. General Responsibilities

• Set ambitious goals for yourself and the team while encouraging continuous learning and professional development.

• Build and maintain effective relationships with colleagues, team members, and stakeholders.

• Promote open communication, active listening, and innovative problem-solving.

• Remain available to support emergency or disaster response activities anywhere in Bangladesh.

• Maintain regular communication with the organization and technical service providers.

• Uphold the organizational Code of Conduct and ensure zero tolerance for child and adult safeguarding violations.

• Perform any additional duties assigned by the supervisor.