Interim Head of Programmes

The Company is seeking a Head of Programmes to lead the design and delivery of countrywide programmes focused on water, sanitation, and hygiene, public health, and climate resilience. The role includes guiding programme teams, strengthening technical quality and capacity, and ensuring projects, proposals, and reports align with strategic priorities and funder requirements. The successful candidate will develop partnership strategies, build relationships with government and civil society stakeholders, and represent the organisation in relevant forums. Responsibilities also include overseeing programme quality, budgets, monitoring, evaluation, learning, and evidence-informed advocacy, while promoting inclusion and safeguarding. Applicants should hold a master’s degree in a relevant field, such as public health, environmental science, water resources engineering, or international development. They must have at least 10 years of professional experience, including seven years in senior management, and at least seven years managing and implementing WASH programmes. Strong knowledge of WASH and climate resilience, along with experience in strategic planning, programme delivery, monitoring, and evaluation, is required. The role also calls for excellent leadership, analytical, communication, and partnership-building skills, as well as a commitment to equity, inclusion, and ethical conduct.