Programme Director

Purpose of the Role

The Programme Director (PD) will develop and oversee a clear programme strategy, ensuring impactful implementation through grantmaking and team leadership.

They will shape global conversations, leverage grantmaking, convenings, and advocacy to maximize impact, while also supporting fundraising efforts and maintaining strong external relationships with stakeholders across sectors.

Primary Responsibilities

Programme Strategy Development (10%)

• Lead the development and articulation of the programme strategy aligned with CECG’s vision and mission
• Define focus areas, theory of change, activities, impact pathways, and resource prioritization

• Develop work packages for execution, ensuring strategy is realistic and implementable
• Present and secure approval for the strategy from governance bodies
• Identify opportunities for programmatic growth within CECG’s mandate

Programme Strategy Execution (65%)

• Oversee the successful implementation of the strategy, managing the team responsible for delivery
• Develop detailed implementation plans, assign responsibilities, and monitor budgets and pipelines
• Lead grantmaking processes, including partner identification and approval procedures

• Represent CECG externally, building relationships with governments, institutions, civil society, and donors
• Oversee convenings, meetings, and advocacy efforts
• Monitor, evaluate, and adapt the strategy based on learnings

• Communicate objectives clearly to stakeholders and ensure compliance with policies
• Provide regular updates to the Chief Programme Officer and governance bodies
• Identify new areas for growth and program development

Fundraising Support (10%)

• Support active fundraising efforts in coordination with the Partnership Manager and CEO
• Build relationships with potential funders
• Manage programmatic and funder steering groups

People Management (15%)

• Lead, motivate, and support direct reports, setting clear expectations and performance standards
• Foster an inclusive, trust-based environment
• Support professional development and ensure policy adherence
• Resource the team appropriately considering workloads and objectives

Experience and Qualifications

• Minimum of 8 years of senior management experience in public policy, advocacy, or related fields
• Proven stakeholder management and change delivery experience
• Experience working in multilateral/UN settings or philanthropy and grant management
• • Background or networks in trade or global security are advantageous
  • Master’s Degree or equivalent in Climate, Environment, Economics, International Policy, Political Sciences, Development, or related fields
  Special Requirements
  • International travel approximately 20 to 30 days per year
  • Right to work and live in the applying country is required