Programme Manager (Grants and Impact)

Job Posting Organization:
FHI 360 is a nonprofit organization dedicated to mobilizing research, resources, and relationships to ensure that people everywhere can access the opportunities they need to lead full, healthy lives. The organization aims to improve well-being for all by focusing on transformative areas such as health, education, and employment. Established to address pressing challenges, FHI 360 collaborates with government agencies, foundations, corporations, and community organizations to design, deliver, and evaluate solutions that enhance lives and communities. The organization operates in multiple countries, leveraging its expertise to create impactful programs that foster health security" style="border-bottom: 1px dotted #007bff !important;">security and resilience.

Job Overview:
The Programme Manager (Grants and Impact) will play a crucial role in the FCDO-funded ASEAN-UK Health Security Partnership Programme (HSP), which is designed to mitigate the health, social, and economic impacts of health emergencies in the ASEAN region. This position is responsible for managing projects related to the delivery of the HSP grant mechanism and ensuring effective monitoring and coordination of grantees. The Programme Manager will support the HSP project team and report directly to the Grants and Impact Lead. The role involves promoting and coordinating HSP-related events, assisting with grant monitoring, supporting technical assistance experts, and ensuring compliance with FHI 360 and UK Government standards. The Programme Manager will also be involved in capacity building for potential grantees and will undertake regional travel to support grant activities.

Duties and Responsibilities:
The Programme Manager (Grants and Impact) will be responsible for a variety of duties, including: promoting and coordinating HSP-related virtual and in-person events; assisting with the monitoring of grants at both contractual and programmatic levels; supporting technical assistance experts in their roles; organizing and analyzing grant expressions of interest and applications; coordinating with MEL partners to implement the programme's MEL strategy; supporting the issuance of EOIs and RFAs for grants; ensuring compliance with grant management standards; managing logistics and planning for events; providing troubleshooting assistance; offering capacity building support to potential grantees; overseeing project expenditures and preparing financial reports; and undertaking regional travel within ASEAN Member States and Timor Leste to support grant activities.

Required Qualifications:
Candidates must possess a Bachelor's degree in Public Health, International Development, International Relations, Public Administration, Global Health, Health Systems, Development Finance, or a related field. Additionally, demonstrable training or professional experience in grants management, programme management, capacity support and training, monitoring and evaluation, or compliance within development programmes is required. The ideal candidate should have strong financial and compliance acumen, excellent communication skills, and the ability to work independently in a fast-paced environment.

Educational Background:
A Bachelor's degree in a relevant field such as Public Health, International Development, or Global Health is required for this position. This educational background provides the necessary foundation for understanding the complexities of health systems and international development, which are critical for the role of Programme Manager.

Experience:
Candidates should have at least 6+ years of relevant professional experience in international development, grant management, or programme management. A minimum of 3 years’ experience managing donor-funded programmes is preferred, particularly those funded by the Foreign, Commonwealth & Development Office (FCDO) or similar bilateral/multilateral donors. Experience managing the end-to-end grant lifecycle, including development and issuance of EOIs/RFAs, technical and compliance screening, and grant monitoring, is essential.

Languages:
Fluency in English is mandatory for this position, as excellent written and verbal communication skills are required. While not mandatory, proficiency in additional languages relevant to the ASEAN region may be considered an asset, enhancing communication and collaboration with diverse stakeholders.

Additional Notes:
This position is full-time and may require regional travel within ASEAN Member States and Timor Leste. FHI 360 is committed to equal opportunity and affirmative action, ensuring that all employment practices are free from discrimination. The organization emphasizes safeguarding and requires all personnel to adhere to a code of conduct. Offers of employment will be subject to appropriate screening checks, including reference and criminal record checks. FHI 360 provides a competitive benefits package and supports professional development, promoting a healthy work/life balance.