Director of Programme Management

Mary's Meals

. Lead the performance, governance and stewardship of Mary's Meals programmes globally .

Posted 10/10/2026full-timeRemote • United KingdomLead💰 £64,226 per yearWebsite

Core Competencies

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Core Competencies

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Demonstrates expertise in leading international development programmes, with a focus on programme management, governance, and performance oversight. Proven ability to build high-performing teams and manage stakeholder relationships to drive organisational strategy and impact.

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International Development ExperienceProgramme Management LeadershipBudgeting And Resource AllocationStakeholder ManagementGovernance And Compliance Understanding

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Hard Skills

Programme PlanningRisk ManagementPerformance OversightGrant ManagementData Analysis

Soft Skills

Strong CommunicationInfluencing SkillsTeam Development

Certifications & Qualifications

Protected Vulnerable Group Scheme Registration

Industry Keywords

Donor StewardshipOrganisational LearningCross-Cutting InitiativesMulticultural Team ManagementImpact Reporting

About the role

Key responsibilities & impact

Lead the performance, governance and stewardship of Mary's Meals programmes globally
Ensure programme delivery aligns with organisational priorities and quality standards
Lead and support the Programme Management team, Country Directors and programme partners
Oversee programme planning, budgeting, resource allocation and risk management
Coordinate between Programmes and other organisational functions
Oversee grants, reporting and impact requirements
Ensure donor stewardship, accountability and organisational learning
Champion programme data, reporting and performance management
Lead cross-cutting programme initiatives, organisational change projects and programme transformation activities
Build and maintain relationships with partners and stakeholders
Represent Mary's Meals at a senior level when required
Shape organisational strategy and lead major programme initiatives supporting future growth and impact

Requirements

What you’ll need

Significant experience in international development
Proven track record leading programme management and delivery across complex international programmes or multi-country portfolios
Substantial experience in programme planning, budgeting, risk management, performance oversight and grant-funded programmes
Strong understanding of governance, safeguarding and compliance
Experience using programme data, insight and learning to improve performance and inform decision-making
Experience developing high-performing, multicultural teams
Strong communication, stakeholder management and influencing skills
Ability to work with senior leaders, country teams and external partners
Willingness to undertake travel to countries where programmes operate
Required to register with the Protected Vulnerable Group Scheme or local equivalent before undertaking the role
CV and short covering note of no more than one page

Benefits

Comp & perks

34 days annual leave including bank holidays, increasing by 1 day each completed calendar year to a maximum of 39 days
Option to buy another week of annual leave
Flexible working
Employee Assistance Programme
Life assurance
Medical insurance for candidates located in Kenya, Liberia, Malawi and Zambia
Pension, depending on the candidate's location
Remote and flexible working arrangements
Occasional or regular use of the Glasgow office for those who want it