Coordinator, Programme Operations

Save the Children invites applications for the above-mentioned position. We are committed to equal employment opportunities, regardless of gender, sexual orientation, race, colour, ethnic origin, nationality, disability, age, or beliefs and religion. We are committed to diversifying our staff to better represent the communities we serve and actively welcome underrepresented groups to apply.

The Opportunity
The Coordinator- Programme Operations will act as the focal point for overseeing the implementation of MCH projects under the CXB H&N program. S/he will also work closely with cross-thematic colleagues to ensure an integrated programmatic response, under the guidance of the Senior Program Manager.

S/he will ensure all relevant support for program implementation through direct and local partnership management and ensure timely input into SCI’s various systems (mainly PRIME), to monitor throughout the project cycle. Moreover, budget Implementation and ensuring maximum approved utilisation of the budget within the agreed timeline by sharing budget versus actual expenditure with all relevant parties, and supporting MCH projects to ensure effective budget utilisation.  S/he will also support the Senior Programme Manager, ensuring that program expenditures are in line with Save the Children policies, procedures, and donor compliance, and that KPIs remain on track. The role will be responsible for tracking all government compliances, such as CLA, FD 7, etc., and ensuring that relevant  MCH projects are managed properly. The role will be instrumental in driving the growth and expansion of the CXB H&N Program portfolio and in supporting the development of program response strategies aligned with the Save the Children Rohingya Response Strategy, Health and Nutrition Sector Strategy, and relevant national frameworks, under the supervision of the Senior Programme Manager.

Qualifications and Experience

• Minimum of 5 years of relevant field experience, including 2 years in a project/program management position, preferably in the implementation of an emergency Health programme.
• Good knowledge of the national health and nutrition system and programs; experience in working with INGOs, district-level government stakeholders, and other relevant stakeholders in both development and emergency settings
• Experience in humanitarian health & Nutrition management, including strong knowledge of health cluster and humanitarian architecture and systems. 
• Experience in managing multiple grants, budgets, and partners. 
• Good understanding of the essential principles and reality of emergency supply chain operations, and commitment to ensuring strong integration and communication between supply chain and program design and planning before and during deployment
• Excellent interpersonal, communication, and presentation skills. 
• Ability to work within a tight timeframe, 
• Excellent leadership skills and experience in managing diverse teams. 
• Skills in prioritising and organising the work.
• Knowledge of the Core Humanitarian Standards
• Good at written and spoken English.  
• Proficiency in computer use, MS Word, Excel, PowerPoint, Outlook, etc.

The Organization
We employ approximately 25,000 people across the globe and work on the ground in over 100 countries to help children affected by crises, or those that need better healthcare, education and child protection. We also campaign and advocate at the highest levels to realise the rights of children and to ensure their voices are heard.

We are working towards three breakthroughs in how the world treats children by 2030:

• No child dies from preventable causes before their 5th birthday
• All children learn from a quality basic education and that,
• Violence against children is no longer tolerated.

We know that great people make a great organization, and that our employees play a crucial role in helping us achieve our ambitions for children. We value our people and offer a meaningful and rewarding career, along with a collaborative and inclusive workplace where ambition, creativity, and integrity are highly valued.

Application Information
Please apply using a cover letter and an up-to-date CV as a single document. Please also include details of your current remuneration and salary expectations

Only short-listed candidates will be invited for an interview

‘Save the Children promotes diversity in its workforce.’

We need to keep children safe, so our selection process reflects our commitment to the protection of children from abuse.
All employees are expected to carry out their duties in accordance with our global anti-harassment policy.