Head of Programmes

1 week ago

London Greater, United Kingdom NFP People Full time

Head of Programmes


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The charity strives for a fairer and more sustainable world by working with Indigenous Peoples and other communities of the world’s rainforests. We are looking for a committed and dynamic Head of Programmes to join this growing team working at the forefront of the fight against climate change and social injustice.

Position: Head of Programmes

Location: London/hybrid

Hours: Full-time, 35 hours

Salary: £58,500 per annum

Duration: Permanent

Closing Date: Monday 25 November 2024

Interview Date: 4 December 2024

The Role

As Head of Programmes, you will shape an exciting new phase of programming for the organisation, capitalising on new opportunities to scale impact.

Key duties include:

 

  • Overall responsibility for the programme portfolio, ensuring sound management and administration of projects in accordance with our procedures and those of funders.
  • Leadership in the development and execution of the programme strategy, providing guidance and direction to the team, ensuring that all the work aligns with the values of the charity and contributes to organisational goals.
  • Leading the approach to local partner organisations and ensuring that they are equipped to comply with current policies and procedures.
  • Build and cultivate trusted relationships and networks with partners and other stakeholders.
  • As a key member of the Senior Management Team, play a key role in the design and implementation of organisational strategies and policies.

 

About You

The Head of Programmes will have proven track-record in programme management, extensive experience working in international development and excellent knowledge of environmental issues and human rights. Proven leadership and line management experience, as well as strategy design and implementation, stakeholder management and external representation are key elements of the role. Fluency in English and French is required, and knowledge of Spanish highly desirable.

Employee Benefits

 

  • 30 days paid holiday, in addition to Bank Holidays
  • Hybrid working
  • 4 weeks of work from anywhere in the world
  • IT home office budget
  • Learning and development allowance
  • Employee Assistance Programme
  • 4% employer contribution to workplace pension regardless of employee contribution

 

We encourage all interested candidates to apply, even if they believe they may not fully meet all the requirements. Applicants should specifically explain their suitability for the role in their application.

Other areas of experience may include Programmes, Head of Programmes, Director of Programmes, International Head of Programmes, International Director of Programmes, Environmental Head of Programmes, Environmental Programmes, Programme Manager.

Please note this role is being advertised by NFP People on behalf of our client.

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