Senior Programme Manager – Non-grant

The Partnership for Supply Chain Management

. Own the programme plan and coordinate end-to-end delivery of non-grant procurement and PPM activities from requisition receipt through purchase order issuance, shipment, delivery, receipt confirmation, invoicing triggers, and financial closure .

Posted 11/10/2026full-timeWoerden • NetherlandsSeniorWebsite

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Core Competencies

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Demonstrates expertise in programme management, procurement, and supply chain operations, with a strong focus on stakeholder engagement, risk management, and compliance within donor-funded environments. Proficient in leading cross-functional teams and driving continuous improvement initiatives to enhance programme effectiveness and scalability.

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Programme ManagementSupply Chain ManagementProject Management CertificationHealth Commodity ProcurementStakeholder Engagement

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Hard Skills

Programme PlanningRisk ManagementIssue ManagementContinuous ImprovementQuality Management SystemsExcel-Based TrackingERP SystemsDocumentation PracticesCross-Functional DeliveryDonor-Funded Procurement

Soft Skills

Excellent Communication SkillsInterpersonal SkillsProblem-Solving AbilitiesOrganizational SkillsNegotiation Skills

Certifications & Qualifications

Project Management Certification

Industry Keywords

Donor-Funded Programme RequirementsInternational LogisticsPrincipal RecipientsGlobal FundClient Services

Tech Stack

Tools & technologies

ERPPMP

About the role

Key responsibilities & impact

Own the programme plan and coordinate end-to-end delivery of non-grant procurement and PPM activities from requisition receipt through purchase order issuance, shipment, delivery, receipt confirmation, invoicing triggers, and financial closure
Establish programme priorities, milestones, dependencies, deliverables, and service-level expectations
Provide functional leadership to cross-functional teams across Client Services, Logistics, Sourcing, Quality Assurance, Finance, and other relevant workstreams
Drive resolution of cross-functional issues and dependencies, making operational decisions within the agreed programme mandate and escalating material issues
Monitor programme capacity, workload, timelines, and cost baselines, identifying variances and leading corrective actions
Ensure alignment with objectives, contractual requirements, PFSCM policies, SOPs, and quality management requirements
Act as the primary operational programme contact for Principal Recipients/Eligible Buyers and The Global Fund counterpart teams
Lead onboarding of Principal Recipients new to the PPM channel, including registration, waivers, unplanned costs, storage, and receipt confirmation
Manage stakeholder expectations, dependencies, escalations, and sensitive communications
Build working relationships with PFSCM, external stakeholders, suppliers, Principal Recipients, and donor counterparts
Own and maintain the programme risk and issue register and monitor mitigation actions
Ensure compliance with delivery-based invoicing triggers, Certificate of Receipt collection, cost baseline controls, and contractual requirements
Coordinate contractual, policy, quality, and compliance matters with Legal, Quality Assurance, Finance, and other functions
Establish governance routines, programme meetings, decision records, action tracking, and escalation mechanisms
Monitor and report KPIs, milestones, service levels, risks, and deliverables
Prepare regular programme status reports for internal leadership and external stakeholders
Maintain complete and auditable programme documentation, trackers, issue logs, decisions, and communication records
Develop and continuously improve the non-grant programme operating model, including SOPs, work instructions, onboarding materials, templates, and communication protocols
Identify process gaps, inefficiencies, and scalability risks and lead improvement initiatives
Document lessons learned and translate them into improvements
Support a scalable operating model as programme volume grows
Lead onboarding and knowledge transfer for staff and stakeholders

Requirements

What you’ll need

A Bachelor's degree in Supply Chain Management or a relevant field (e.g., Business Administration, Public Health, International Development, Logistics)
Project Management Certification (e.g., PMP, PRINCE2, or equivalent), or willingness to obtain one
Minimum 8 years of experience as Senior Programme Manager in procurement, supply chain, programme management, client services, or a related operational environment
Strong understanding of health commodity procurement, international logistics, and donor-funded procurement environments
Familiarity with donor-funded programme requirements (e.g., USAID, GHSC-PSM, or similar) and/or The Global Fund's PPM procurement model is a strong advantage
Proficiency with Excel-based tracking and reporting tools and ERP/procurement systems
Demonstrated experience leading multi-stakeholder programmes or projects with competing deadlines and high visibility
Experience driving cross-functional delivery and aligning stakeholders across donor, supplier, government, and/or Principal Recipient organisations
Demonstrated experience in programme planning, risk and issue management, stakeholder management, and structured governance
Familiarity with quality management systems and structured documentation practices
Excellent written and verbal communication skills in English
Strong interpersonal skills with client relations and customer service experience and ability to work across disciplines and in diverse locations internationally
Experience with continuous improvement initiatives and change management activities
Ability to identify, prioritise, and champion improvements that increase programme effectiveness, scalability, compliance, and stakeholder experience
Strong problem-solving, prioritisation, negotiation, and risk-management abilities
Ability to approach problems from different cultural perspectives and be mindful of cultural differences
Ability to manage multiple tasks within tight deadlines and prioritize effectively while delivering high quality work
Strong organizational skills, attention to detail, and ability to plan, prioritize, and implement day-to-day operations in a fast-moving, dynamic, and time-bound environment
Solution-oriented with a high sense of quality, attention to detail, accuracy, efficiency, and meeting tight deadlines
Ability to work independently and handle conflicting priorities while maintaining consistent quality performance standards
Strong programme leadership, stakeholder engagement, and coordination capabilities across cultures and organisational levels
Ability to provide functional leadership and influence outcomes without direct line-management authority
Comfort operating in a new business area where processes are still developing, with ownership, initiative, and accountability

Benefits

Comp & perks

Equal employment opportunities and a workplace free from discrimination
Reasonable accommodation for individuals with disabilities or disabled veterans who are unable to apply online