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The Programme Manager – People/Livelihoods is a key role responsible for co-developing and managing grants in the People pillar, with a focus on refugee-livelihood initiatives. The ideal candidate will have extensive experience in livelihoods within refugee contexts and a strong commitment to sustainability and social impact. This role involves building partnerships, driving learning initiatives, and contributing to the shared mission of creating positive change.

Responsibilities:

Co-develop and manage grants in the People pillar of the organization, focusing on refugee-livelihood initiatives.
Operationalize program strategies into impactful funding partnerships that align with the mission and vision of the organization.
Lead grant-making and grant management processes for existing and new grants in coordination with partners and relevant departments.
Collaborate with specialist functions to gather insights for informed decision-making and maximize grant impact.
Support grantees in monitoring and tracking project impact and facilitate learning opportunities.
Participate in program/portfolio strategy reviews and external affinity groups to represent the organization.
Stay updated on field developments and share knowledge with stakeholders.
Identify synergies between portfolios and partnerships to drive collaboration.
Promote evidence and learning from programs with partners and stakeholders.

Profile Requirements:

English Level: Upper Intermediate or above (7 IELTS level or above)
Advanced degree in a field relevant to the company’s People pillar program areas.
10+ years of experience in livelihoods in refugee and displacement contexts, with an affinity for agriculture, renewable energy, or green entrepreneurship.
Experience in partnership development in the development-humanitarian nexus is advantageous.
Project management experience and understanding of the philanthropic sector.
Strong relationship-building skills with external partners and stakeholders.
Ability to analyze information, identify patterns, and make informed decisions.
Collaborative team player with excellent communication skills.
Motivated by the organization values, committed to improving lives, and a natural network builder.

Who can apply?

You are eligible to register on the Talent Catalog if you meet both of these criteria.

You are a refugee, a stateless person, or in a situation where you are displaced from your home country and unable to return permanently because you believe that you would face danger or human rights violations there, and,

You do not currently have another lasting solution to resolve your displacement, such as citizenship in another country where you can access human rights.

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About Talent Beyond Boundaries

Talent Beyond Boundaries is building a world where displaced people can safely migrate for work, using their skills to rebuild their lives with dignity and purpose.

We are a nonprofit organization committed to opening labor mobility pathways for refugees and other displaced people. We link those who are forcibly displaced with jobs in countries around the world where their skills are needed, and we facilitate visas enabling them to work abroad.

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