Global Programme Leaders Wanted for FCDO-Funded Contracts

6 days ago


London, Greater London, United Kingdom International Rescue Committee Full time

Requisition ID: req50856


Job Title: Call for: Team Leaders and Technical Experts for anticipated FCDO-funded contracts


Sector: Program Administration


Employment Category: Fixed Term


Employment Type: Full-Time


Open to Expatriates: Yes


Location: Nairobi, IHUB, Kenya


Work Arrangement: In-person


Job Description


The International Rescue Committee (IRC) is launching an open call for Team Leaders and Technical Experts to join its team in delivering cutting-edge global programming. We are seeking national and international candidates to fill roles based in host countries, dependent on the location of the funding opportunity/call-down. Further details on contract type, salary, and benefits package will be provided to selected candidates on a call-down basis. Senior positions require outstanding leadership, critical thinking, organisational, and representational skills. Candidates should have:

  • Demonstrated experience (8+) in complex programme design and delivery, including in fragile and conflict-affected states (FCAS)
  • Proven experience leading FCDO/UK government international development programmes (preferably commercial contracts)
  • Experience with management of consortia of international and local partners
  • Ability to perform at a senior management level, including managing staff in a matrixed system with a focus on adaptive management
  • Substantial experience working within FCDO/OGDs' operational footprint in developing countries and/or fragile and conflict-affected countries
  • Strong skills in programme design and development, advocacy, and networking with international and national institutions and development agencies
  • Experience and ability to provide leadership and direction in harnessing the multi-disciplinary skills of the technical personnel and consortium partners
  • Fluency in English required
  • Prior experience as a Team Leader, Deputy Team Leader, Technical Director, or similar role for FCDO will be advantageous
  • For Technical roles, extensive technical experience working in initiatives related to health and/or education, gender, and social inclusion in development and humanitarian settings, will be crucial

Application Requirements


To apply, please submit your CV and a cover letter specifying the position you are applying for. Note that the scope of work is high level and indicative only at this stage and may be subject to change once the Terms of Reference for the programme is released and as the opportunity develops. This position will be contingent on the programme being awarded to IRC. Roles are open to both Full-Time and Part-Time candidates, pending final roles confirmation.

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