Senior Program Manager

Job Title: Senior Program Manager

Organization: Action Against Hunger – USA
Location: Waghimra, Ethiopia
Availability: As Soon As Possible
Salary Scale: EMS–09
Employment Type: Full-Time
Deadline: Friday, June 6, 2025

About Action Against Hunger

Action Against Hunger is a global humanitarian organization committed to ending world hunger. Operating in over 50 countries, we deliver life-saving programs in nutrition, food security, water, sanitation, mental health, and emergency response. In Ethiopia, we have been active since 1984, implementing integrated health and development programs that address both chronic and acute needs.

Job Summary

We are hiring a Senior Program Manager to lead and coordinate integrated health, nutrition, WASH, and food security programs in Waghimra. This role ensures high-quality program delivery, effective team management, compliance with donor requirements, and strong coordination with partners and stakeholders.

Key Responsibilities

Program Leadership and Planning

• Develop and oversee implementation plans, budgets, and procurement.

• Conduct needs assessments to guide program design.

• Ensure compliance with ACF standards and donor regulations.

• Maintain proper program documentation and reporting.

Technical Supervision and Quality Assurance

• Provide technical support and supervision across health, nutrition, WASH, and food security programs.

• Mentor field teams and ensure standard practices and quality service delivery.

• Promote gender-sensitive and protection-integrated approaches.

• Identify capacity gaps and facilitate training sessions for staff.

MEAL and Reporting

• Ensure accurate and timely reporting to internal teams and donors.

• Collaborate with MEAL teams on data collection and analysis.

• Lead surveys and evaluations, documenting lessons learned.

Staff Management

• Supervise and support technical coordinators across program sectors.

• Conduct staff performance reviews and support HR processes.

• Foster a positive, respectful, and performance-driven team environment.

External Representation and Coordination

• Represent Action Against Hunger in regional coordination platforms.

• Engage with government bodies, UN agencies, and NGOs.

• Facilitate collaboration with partners for multisectoral responses.

Safeguarding and Gender Commitments

• Promote gender equality and safe work environments.

• Uphold the organization's safeguarding policies.

• Prevent any form of abuse, exploitation, or harassment.

Required Qualifications

• Bachelor's degree in Public Health, Nutrition, Medicine, or related field with 7+ years of relevant experience, OR

• Master’s degree in a related field with 5+ years of experience, including 2–3 years in managerial roles.

• Strong experience managing integrated health and livelihood programs.

• Proven technical knowledge in IYCF-E, CMAM, maternal and child health.

• Skilled in training, mentoring, and technical leadership.

• Familiar with donor compliance, reporting, and proposal development.

• Excellent verbal and written communication in English.

• Proficiency in MS Office and data tools like SPSS or Epi Info.

Desired Competencies

• Leadership and decision-making

• Communication and negotiation

• Adaptability in stressful or insecure environments

• Strong planning and organizational skills

Benefits

• Competitive salary and seniority allowance based on experience

• Medical, life, and personal accident insurance

• Professional development opportunities

• Inclusive and diverse work environment

How to Apply

Submit your CV, a cover letter (mentioning “Senior Program Manager – Amhara” in the subject line), and three references via:

• michujobs.et

• Email: jobs@et-actionagainsthunger.org

Deadline: June 6, 2025

Female candidates are strongly encouraged to apply.
Action Against Hunger is an equal opportunity employer and adheres to strict policies on safeguarding and non-discrimination.