Shelter Program Manager – Humanitarian Projects

About the role

Samaritan's Purse is seeking a dedicated Shelter Program Manager to lead its Transitional Shelter team in Venezuela. The role combines humanitarian service with project leadership, ensuring safe, dignified shelter solutions for disaster‑affected communities.

Key responsibilities

• Plan, direct, and oversee the shelter program, meeting budgetary and timeline targets.
• Recruit, supervise, train, and evaluate program staff, ensuring effective performance.
• Maintain compliance with Samaritan's Purse policies, standards, and regulations.
• Manage program budget, produce accurate financial reports, and submit timely program documentation.
• Coordinate with external stakeholders—including government authorities, other humanitarian actors, community representatives, beneficiaries, contractors, and partners—to align objectives.
• Collaborate with internal sectors such as WASH, protection, finance, procurement, logistics, security, HR, and headquarters for integrated implementation.
• Conduct regular field visits to support staff, address challenges, and explore future program opportunities.
• Perform other duties as assigned.

Required profile

• Bachelor’s degree or equivalent; engineering degree preferred.
• Minimum two years of relevant experience, with prior disaster‑response experience required.
• Experience in international construction management is preferred.
• Strong personal commitment to Christian faith and ability to serve as a witness.
• Preferably completed twelve credit hours of college‑level Biblical studies.

Required skills

• Construction management
• Budget management
• Project planning

What we offer

• Competitive international benefits package, including medical and prescription coverage.