Consortium Manager (SURAKKHA project) at Save the Children International

, , Bangladesh -

Full Time

Start Date

Immediate

Expiry Date

05 Aug, 26

Salary

0.0

Posted On

07 May, 26

Experience

5 year(s) or above

Remote Job

Yes

Telecommute

Yes

Sponsor Visa

Skills

Consortium Management, Partnership Management, DG ECHO Reporting, Project Operations Monitoring, Budgeting, Procurement, Humanitarian Response, Education in Emergencies, Child Protection, Health Program Management, Anticipatory Action, Microsoft Office, Excel Data Analysis, Resource Distribution, Compliance Management, Strategic Coordination

Industry

Non-profit Organizations

Description

Save the Children invites applications for the above-mentioned position. We are committed to equal employment opportunities, regardless of gender, sexual orientation, race, colour, ethnic origin, nationality, disability, age, or beliefs and religion. We are committed to diversifying our staff to better represent the communities we serve and actively welcome underrepresented groups to apply. The Opportunity The Consortium Manager provides overall leadership, coordination, and operational oversight for the DG ECHO-funded SURAKKHA action, delivering integrated Education in Emergencies, Child Protection, Health in Cox’s Bazar, and Anticipatory Action interventions across, Chattogram, and Chattogram Hill Tracts. As consortium lead, Save the Children is responsible for ensuring coherent, timely, and high-quality delivery across all partners, in line with donor requirements, SCI standards, and consortium commitments, while strengthening collaboration with Plan International and implementing partners. The role leads the Consortium Management Unit (CMU), ensuring coordinated planning, performance tracking, and delivery across sectors and locations, and acts as the central coordination point between SCI, partners, donors, and member offices. The programme delivers integrated humanitarian assistance with protection at its core, ensuring safe and equitable access to services for Rohingya refugees and host communities in Cox’s Bazar, alongside anticipatory action interventions in Chattogram and the Chattogram Hill Tracts. The Consortium Manager ensures effective coordination, partner alignment, and delivery in line with programme and DG ECHO compliance expectations. Qualifications and Experience • At least 8 years of relevant working experience in humanitarian setting, preferably in Education in Emergency (EiE), Child Protection, Health, Anticipatory Action program • Demonstrated expertise in consortium approach, management of consortium management unit or steering committee or working groups. • Demonstrated expertise in the DG ECHO funded narrative reporting and financial reporting is preferred • Possess advanced expertise in various areas, including partnership management, effective communication, project operations monitoring, budgeting, tracking project expenditures, procurement processes, and resource distribution. • Processing FD 6 & FD 7, ensuring that the project complies with governmental regulations and requirements. • Demonstrate a clear understanding of the Rohingya response situation and anticipatory actions in the hilly region within the country, including the complex dynamics at play in the refugee camps. • Be well-versed in the various channels of communication within the camps, serving different purposes, and have knowledge of Cox's Bazar thematic Sectors and the Rohingya Coordination Platform (RCT) operations. • Be well-informed about Humanitarian Charter and Minimum Standards in Humanitarian Response. • Display proficiency in various information and communication technologies (ICT), including email communication, Microsoft Office suite, and skilled in analysis of Excel data/ data set , ensuring seamless digital operations. • Master’s Degree, preferably in Education/Social Science/Development Studies/Business Management and other relevant faculties. The Organisation We employ approximately 25,000 people across the globe and work on the ground in over 100 countries to help children affected by crises, or those that need better healthcare, education and child protection. We also campaign and advocate at the highest levels to realise the right of children and to ensure their voices are heard. We are working towards three breakthroughs in how the world treats children by 2030: • No child dies from preventable causes before their 5th birthday • All children learn from a quality basic education and that, • Violence against children is no longer tolerated. We know that great people make a great organization, and that our employees play a crucial role in helping us achieve our ambitions for children. We value our people and offer a meaningful and rewarding career, along with a collaborative and inclusive workplace where ambition, creativity, and integrity are highly valued. Application Information Please apply using a cover letter and an up-to-date CV as a single document. Please also include details of your current remuneration and salary expectations. Only short-listed candidates will be invited for an interview ‘Save the Children promotes diversity in its workforce.’ We need to keep children safe, so our selection process reflects our commitment to the protection of children from abuse. All employees are expected to carry out their duties in accordance with our global anti-harassment policy.

Responsibilities

Provide overall leadership and operational oversight for the DG ECHO-funded SURAKKHA project, coordinating integrated interventions in education, child protection, and health. Lead the Consortium Management Unit to ensure high-quality delivery and alignment between partners, donors, and member offices.