QUALIFICATIONS

• Undergraduate degree or equivalent in social sciences, management, or development studies (Essential)
• Professional certification in project management (e.g., PMP, PRINCE2) or humanitarian leadership (Desirable)
• Technical training in humanitarian fields such as shelter, WASH, food security, livelihoods, healthcare, or education (Desirable)

EXPERIENCE

• Demonstrable experience managing budgets, monitoring expenditure, and analysing financial data (Essential)
• 3-5 years proven experience in managing project teams in a humanitarian context, including planning, resource mobilization, and reporting (Essential)
• Experience using digital tools for remote team management and project monitoring (Desirable)
• Familiarity with donor relations and grant writing processes (Desirable)

SKILLS/ABILITIES

• Excellent organizational skills with the ability to oversee multiple projects simultaneously (Essential)
• Strong analytical and problem-solving skills, with attention to detail (Essential)
• Advanced proficiency in MS Office, particularly Excel (Essential)
• Exceptional written and verbal communication skills in English and Arabic (Essential)
• Strong interpersonal and negotiation skills, with the ability to manage conflicting priorities effectively (Essential)
• Excellent report writing skills (Essential)
• Strong negotiation and inter-personal skills with the ability to maintain composure whilst dealing with key partners/stakeholders with conflicting priorities (Essential)

THE ROLE

The Programmes Team Manager ensures impactful, accountable, and efficient implementation of projects within designated countries. This role aligns project execution with UWT’s vision, providing strategic leadership, operational management, and capacity development for teams and partners. The manager plays a pivotal role in maximizing the charity’s impact while maintaining transparency and donor satisfaction.

MAIN DUTIES

• Lead, supervise, and performance-manage all team members to ensure high standards and alignment with UWT’s ethos.
• Foster a culture of shared vision, commitment, and accountability within the team.
• Develop and implement capacity-building plans for team members to enhance thematic and contextual expertise.
• Define team structure and composition in coordination with the Programmes Director and oversee recruitment and induction processes.
• Manage and support in-country teams to deliver their project mandates effectively.