
The Program Management Officer is a full-time position to support the team in developing and improving work efficiency, effectiveness, and collaboration to drive the decarbonization and just energy transition agenda, specifically targeting coal phase-down/out initiatives. That position will work closely with the Project Manager, Organizational Development Manager, and Finance & Operations Lead.
1. Project Planning & Lifecycle Management (60%)
- Develop and maintain clear project roadmaps, milestones, and master timelines for CERAH’s strategic initiatives and advocacy programs.
- Timeline & Resource Tracking: Monitor day-to-day project progress, manage operational pipelines, identify potential bottlenecks, and ensure all internal teams meet their deliverables on schedule.
- Cross-Functional Coordination: Act as the central operational hub connecting diverse teams (Research, Campaigners, Media/Communications, and Grant Management), ensuring seamless alignment.
- Data & Impact Reporting: Collect project data, analyze outcomes, and compile comprehensive progress and impact reports for internal management, donors, and key stakeholders.
2. Operational Support & Stakeholder Management (40%)
- Oversee the logistical planning, execution framework, and administrative support for coalition meetings, high-level workshops, and public outreach initiatives.
- Maintain high-quality control across all project deliverables, ensuring they align with CERAH’s standards, and proactively mitigate risks that could delay project timelines.
- Manage operational communications, coordination, and follow-ups with external partners, civil society organizations (CSOs), youth movements, and funding partners.



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