Program Manager

About Qatar Charity

Qatar Charity is a leading international humanitarian and development organization working in numerous countries to support vulnerable communities through sustainable development, humanitarian assistance, education, health, livelihood, and social welfare programs.

Job Purpose

We are seeking an experienced Program Manager to join Qatar Charity's international operations. The successful candidate may be assigned to one of Qatar Charity's field offices worldwide and will be responsible for leading the planning, implementation, monitoring, and evaluation of humanitarian and development programs and projects.

The Program Manager plays a key role in translating Qatar Charity's strategic objectives into impactful programs and projects that address humanitarian needs, support sustainable development, and deliver measurable results while ensuring compliance with organizational standards, donor requirements, and approved budgets.

Key Responsibilities

• Lead humanitarian and development needs assessments using appropriate research, analysis, and assessment methodologies.
• Develop high-quality program and project proposals in accordance with donor requirements and Qatar Charity standards.
• Design and maintain detailed implementation plans, work schedules, and monitoring frameworks.
• Ensure projects are delivered on time, within scope, and within approved budgets.
• Monitor program performance and implement corrective actions where necessary.
• Establish and apply appropriate tools and methodologies to measure project outcomes and impact.
• Ensure compliance with legal, administrative, technical, and donor requirements throughout project implementation.
• Manage project scope, schedules, budgets, risks, and resources effectively.
• Coordinate with implementing partners, contractors, consultants, and internal stakeholders to ensure successful delivery of projects.
• Monitor partner performance and ensure compliance with contractual obligations.
• Prepare and review periodic technical reports for headquarters, donors, and relevant stakeholders.
• Facilitate communication and collaboration with government entities, donors, UN agencies, NGOs, and other partners.
• Identify implementation challenges and risks, develop mitigation plans, and escalate critical issues when required.
• Supervise technical teams and ensure activities are implemented according to established standards and objectives.
• Oversee project closure processes, including handover procedures, final evaluations, and comprehensive technical and financial reporting.
• Develop and maintain a database of donors and funding opportunities within the country of assignment.
• Build and maintain strong relationships with donors, implementing partners, and key stakeholders.

Qualifications& Requirements:

• Bachelor's degree in Business Administration, Project Management, International Development, Humanitarian Studies, or a related field.
• Master's degree is considered an advantage.
• Professional certifications such as PMP, PRINCE2, or equivalent are desirable.
• Minimum 7 years of progressive experience in humanitarian, development, NGO, or international organizations.
• Excellent English language skills; Arabic, French or any additional languages are an asset.
• Proven experience managing humanitarian and development programs and projects.
• Strong experience in project design, proposal development, donor reporting, monitoring, and evaluation.
• Experience managing grants and donor-funded projects.
• Experience working with multiple stakeholders, including government entities, donors, and implementing partners.
• Experience in emergency response and humanitarian programming is highly desirable.
• Willingness to be assigned to any Qatar Charity field office worldwide.

Skills & Competencies

• Strategic planning and program management.
• Project cycle management and results-based management.
• Proposal writing and donor engagement.
• Monitoring, evaluation, accountability, and learning (MEAL).
• Risk management and problem-solving.
• Strong analytical and reporting skills.
• Budget management and resource planning.
• Excellent communication, negotiation, and diplomacy skills.
• Stakeholder and partnership management.
• Team leadership and coordination.
• Strong computer skills, including Microsoft Office and project management tools.
• Ability to work effectively under pressure and in challenging environments.

Additional Information:

• The selected candidate may be assigned to any Qatar Charity field office worldwide based on organizational needs.
• The role requires a high degree of flexibility, adaptability, and willingness to work in diverse cultural and operational contexts.