Programme Manager - Building Future Generations

WHO WE ARE

Porticus is a philanthropic organization that aims to create a just and sustainable future where human dignity flourishes. Our work aims to strengthen the resilience of communities so that all people have ownership over their future and natural resources are used in a sustainable way. Our work is realized through strong networks of partners including local and global NGOs, communities, people with lived experience, policy makers and co-funders. With colleagues based in 14 offices around the world in six regions, we want to provide solutions to today’s social and environmental problems that benefit generations to come in four areas: the natural environment, society, education and faith.

In close collaboration with our partners, we design initiatives that contribute to systems-change and benefit future generations in the following Sectors:

• Strengthening our Societies – making sure all people have agency to lead self-determined lives and contribute to their communities through social justice
• Building Future Generations – strengthening education systems to nurture social and emotional learning, especially for children in extreme adversity
• Caring for the Earth – ensuring a fair transition to a sustainable future
• Fostering Vital Faith Communities – enable the Catholic Church as a force for good in the world

In each of these Sectors, Porticus’ focus areas include specific global social and environmental Challenges.

WHO ARE LOOKING FOR

We are looking for a Programme Manager (PM) to support our work in Bangladesh with the vision to contribute to the transformation of both the national and Rohingya refugee response education systems, ensuring that children in extreme adversity are supported to build resilience and socio-emotional skills. The PM is responsible for developing and managing strategic partnerships, as well as forging networks, the scope of which is aligned to Porticus Building Future Generations (BFG) strategies. The PM works closely with the Country Manager of Porticus, the Challenge Leads of BFG (Children on the Margin and Children in Displacement), and the Porticus Asia team as well as colleagues in other offices. A Senior PM will work closely alongside the PM in developing and delivering this work.

REQUIRED QUALIFICATIONS

• Holds professional and/or academic qualifications and shows a sound comprehension of applied methods and techniques, and demonstrate a broad range of achievements in different industries and geographies.
• Preference for relevant work and (lived) experience (7+ years) in the sector.
• A broad background with comprehensive understanding of programme design, development and implementation as well as systems change, networking and community change.
• Experience of and commitment to, working with and through partners and contributing to partnership strategies.
• Strong and relevant networks and contacts.
• Experience of and commitment to, working with and through partners and contributing to partnership strategies.
• Experience with strategy, monitoring, evaluation and learning (SMEL) and working with other technical advisors and research teams to establish effective monitoring systems in relation to programme activities.
• Available to travel.

Skills:

• Excellent analytical, verbal, and written communications skills.
• Ability to accurately assess situations and find appropriate solutions to generate impact.
• Strong analytical and project management skills, able to break down and solve complex problems and present these to internal and external stakeholders.
• Is a strong networker, takes partners’ relationships to the next level to shape future programming; engages with new partners of various profiles.
• Ability to multi-task and set priorities and be an effective collaborator in a complex internal and external environment, including the ability to work with efficiency and tact in a matrixed environment.

ADDITIONAL INFORMATION

We offer not only a competitive salary and benefits package, but we also believe in a healthy work-life balance:

• Salary range of BDT 3,750,000 to BDT 5,000,000 (depending on experience)
• Hybrid working opportunity. We will have a great office for you to work in and believe you can also be effective at home. We aim for a 40/60 office/home office balance.
• You can work up to 10 days per year from anywhere abroad.
• Reference checks and background checks are a part of the final hiring procedure.
• Full-time availability.

To apply: please upload your CV and your motivation for the role in English. Incomplete applications will not be considered.

Deadline for applications is November 25.

DIVERSITY, EQUITY AND INCLUSION

We are an equal opportunity employer. We believe that having a staff with diverse personal and professional backgrounds and lived experiences enhances our ability to meet our mission. We strongly encourage applications of people with lived experience, as well as from candidates coming from any minority or underrepresented groups.