Head of Programmes – Myanmar

About the role

People in Need (PIN), a Czech-based international NGO active in humanitarian and development work since 1992, is recruiting a Head of Programmes for its Myanmar programme. The post is part of the Country Management Team and works together with the Country Director to manage and develop the country programme, supervise all projects and guide the programme strategy through results-based monitoring and evaluation. The start date is Q3 2026 and the contract is one year with the possibility of extension.

Key responsibilities

• Lead the programme side of the Country Strategic Plan, work plan and Country Programme review, and ensure the programme follows PIN policies and the Programme Risk Matrix
• Lead the fundraising strategy and work plan, and support strategic partnership engagement with civil society partners
• Manage programme and area managers or project managers, lead donor proposal design and writing, and ensure high-quality reporting to donors and HQ
• Prepare programme budgets, track expenditure monthly, and ensure compliance with donor policies, procurement and emergency preparedness planning
• Plan HR needs, recruitment, remuneration and capacity building for national staff, and represent PIN to donors and partners
• Ensure safeguarding procedures and MEAL mechanisms are in place, and document programme learning

Required profile

• Bachelor's or Master's degree in a relevant field
• Proven experience in humanitarian programming, including project cycle management, team leadership, needs assessments and proposal development
• Experience in a senior management role such as Head of Programmes or Programmes Director
• Knowledge of humanitarian quality standards, safeguarding and accountability mechanisms, and experience applying them
• Experience in Monitoring and Evaluation (M&E)
• Contextual experience in Myanmar is an asset

Required skills

• People management and team leadership
• Strong communication and organizational skills
• Excellent spoken and written English
• Problem-solving and ability to work under pressure

What we offer

• Expected salary of 3,250 - 3,500 EUR super gross, plus a monthly subsistence allowance of 1,395 EUR
• Accommodation arranged by PIN, 25 days holiday and 10 sick days
• Travel reimbursement, visa and vaccination costs, pre- and post-deployment medical check-ups, and travel health insurance
• 24/7 online medical support, free psychological consultations, and free e-learning and training

National candidates are welcome; employment terms differ and are shared on request. Applications are made through the application form with a CV and short cover letter.