EL1 Program Manager

Lead complex programs and drive meaningful outcomes across diverse stakeholders.

Your new company
This is an exciting opportunity to join a high-profile Australian Government-funded international development program. Working alongside government agencies, multilateral organisations, NGOs, research institutions and regional partners, the program supports sustainable, locally led approaches to reducing the impacts of climate-related disasters and improving community resilience. This long-term program is seeking an experienced Program Manager to lead delivery, stakeholder engagement and program coordination across a complex and diverse portfolio of activities.
Your new role
As Program Manager, you will be responsible for the day-to-day management and coordination of a large-scale international development program. Working closely with a broad range of stakeholders, you will drive program delivery, oversee governance processes, manage budgets and contracts, and ensure activities are delivered on time, within scope and to a high standard.
Key responsibilities will include:

• Leading program planning, implementation and delivery activities.
• Coordinating governance meetings, reporting, risk management and performance monitoring.
• Managing relationships with delivery partners, technical advisers and service providers.
• Overseeing contracts, scopes of work, deliverables and program budgets.
• Supporting monitoring, evaluation and learning initiatives.
• Building strong relationships with government, regional and international stakeholders.
• Contributing to strategic discussions, policy engagement and knowledge-sharing activities.
• Developing high-quality briefs, reports, communications products and governance documentation.
• Ensuring cross-cutting priorities such as safeguarding, climate integration, inclusion and locally led development are embedded throughout program delivery.

What you'll need to succeed:
To be successful in this role, you will bring:

• An Australian Government NV1 Security Clearance.
• Demonstrated experience managing complex programs or projects involving multiple stakeholders.
• Strong skills in governance, reporting, budgeting, risk management and contract administration.
• Experience working within international development, humanitarian, climate resilience or related sectors.
• Exceptional stakeholder engagement and relationship management skills.
• The ability to navigate complex operating environments and influence diverse stakeholder groups.
• Strong written communication skills with experience preparing reports, briefs and strategic documentation.
• Sound judgement, problem-solving ability and a proactive approach to delivery.
• An understanding of development effectiveness, safeguarding, inclusion and climate-related programming.
• Previous experience working with government-funded programs or within government environments will be highly regarded.

What you'll get in return
In return, you'll have the opportunity to work on a meaningful and internationally significant program that delivers tangible outcomes across the region. You'll join a collaborative and purpose-driven team, engage with influential stakeholders, and contribute to initiatives that strengthen resilience and preparedness in vulnerable communities.
This role offers:

• Competitive hourly rates
• An initial engagement through to June 2028, with potential for further extension.
• Opportunities for domestic and international travel.

What you need to do now
If you're interested in this role, click 'apply now' to forward an up-to-date copy of your CV, or call Kylie Garcia on 02 6279 7491 or email kylie.garcia@hays.com.au
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