Programme Director and External Engagement

About the role

The Programme Director and External Engagement leads the design and delivery of Save the Children’s programmatic, localisation and fundraising strategies for the Venezuela country office, while overseeing advocacy and media campaigns.

Key responsibilities

• Design and implement the Country Strategic Plan, needs assessments, child participation initiatives and localisation strategy.
• Lead fundraising strategy, annual review and planning processes, and monitor programme delivery against targets.
• Manage four programme units, ensuring recruitment, training, performance management and nationalisation of positions.
• Represent Save the Children with government, donors, UN agencies and other key stakeholders, building strategic partnerships.
• Identify, monitor and mitigate programmatic, operational and reputational risks, and lead emergency preparedness planning.

Required profile

• Minimum 5 years senior management experience in international humanitarian contexts, including large‑scale emergencies.
• Proven experience in senior country leadership roles such as Deputy Country Director or Head of Programs.
• Strong analytical, negotiation and cross‑departmental influencing skills.
• Demonstrated ability in operational planning, budget management, localisation and partnership programming.
• Fluent in Spanish and English.