WHO WE ARE LOOKING FOR
We are seeking a Programme Manager to support and monitor the development and management of strategic programmes within the Strengthening our Societies Sector (SoS) in Asia. The PM is responsible for developing and managing strategic partnerships, as well as forging networks. Specific priority will lie under the People on the Move (PoTM) Challenge. The PM works closely with the Porticus Asia Regional Director, the Challenge Lead of PoTM, and the Porticus Asia team as well as colleagues in other offices. Regional and international travel will be required for this position (up to 30% of the working time).
Our People on the Move work focuses on Thailand and Malaysia as major destination countries for refugees, asylum seekers and migrants. Grant making under the People on the MOVE Challenge is delivered in the region through three global programmes: MOVE, Ignite and Immigration Detention.
The MOVE programme focuses primarily on collaborating with people with lived experience of migration as leaders and change-makers.
The Immigration Detention programme supports partners to reduce the use of arbitrary and inhumane detention through strategic promotion of alternatives.
The Igniting Workers Rights programme aims to ensure that migrant workers in a select number of regions have their labour and human rights respected, protected, and fulfilled, live in dignity and to their full potential.
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.
- Relevant work and (lived) experience (5+ years) in the philanthropy, international development or human rights sectors, with a preference for experience in the migration space.
- A broad background with comprehensive understanding of programme design, development and implementation as well as systems change, networking and community change.
- Strong and relevant networks and contacts in Asia and in particular Thailand and Malaysia.
- 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.
ADDITIONAL INFORMATION
Of course, it is a two-way street, which means that we offer not only a competitive salary and benefits package, but we also believe in a healthy work-life balance:
- Salary range of MYR 114,000 to MYR 143,000 per year (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.
- Deadline for applications is November 25.
- 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.
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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.
