Operations Manager-Green Climate Fund project-6 months

About the Role

Save the Children is actively seeking a highly organized and performance-oriented Operations Coordinator – GCF Supported Programme. This position is crucial for ensuring the effective execution of a climate resilience initiative funded by the Green Climate Fund (GCF).

The role will concentrate on enhancing operational efficiency, diligent financial oversight, streamlined stakeholder engagement, and robust risk management to guarantee the timely and high-quality delivery of project activities at both district and national levels. You will collaborate closely with District Coordinators, government officials, and the GCF Programme Management Unit (PMU) to facilitate seamless programme implementation.

As the Operations Coordinator, you will be responsible for developing and implementing detailed operational work plans, monitoring progress via dedicated dashboards, and proactively identifying and resolving any impediments that could delay delivery. This role also involves fostering cross-team collaboration to ensure alignment and efficient activity execution.

Furthermore, you will support financial acceleration by monitoring budget utilization, ensuring expenditures align with implementation plans in partnership with the GCF Finance Manager. You will also assist with procurement and contracting processes in conjunction with the Supply Chain Coordinator.

The position will also strengthen field-level stakeholder coordination, ensuring effective communication, follow-up, and escalation channels with government implementing partners. A significant aspect of this role involves identifying operational risks and supporting mitigation strategies in collaboration with senior management and the GCF PMU.

This represents a compelling opportunity for a seasoned operations professional possessing strong coordination and problem-solving acumen to contribute to a high-impact climate resilience programme that demands exceptional delivery systems and efficient operational management.

The selected candidate is expected to be available for immediate commencement of duties.

In the event of a major humanitarian emergency, the post holder will be expected to adapt to non-standard responsibilities and working hours as required.

Qualifications and Experience

• Possess a Bachelor’s degree in Social Sciences, Development Studies, Business Administration (BBA), or a comparable field.
• A minimum of 5 years of progressive experience in NGO programme operations and delivery.
• Substantial experience leading complex programme operations within development or humanitarian contexts.
• Demonstrated crisis management and problem-solving capabilities.
• Strong analytical skills with the ability to track performance and pinpoint operational gaps.
• Excellent communication and stakeholder management proficiency.
• Proven experience in risk management within programme implementation settings.

Desirable Attributes

• Experience in budget management and financial tracking is advantageous.
• A solid understanding of government systems and coordination structures.
• Significant experience in stakeholder coordination.

About the Organisation

Our organisation employs approximately 25,000 individuals globally, operating in over 100 countries to assist children facing crises or requiring improved healthcare, education, and protection. We also engage in advocacy at the highest levels to ensure children’s rights are upheld and their voices are heard.

Our ambitious goals for children by 2030 include:

• Eliminating preventable child deaths before the age of 5.
• Ensuring all children receive a quality basic education.
• Ending all forms of violence against children.

We recognise that exceptional individuals drive our organisational success. Our employees are instrumental in achieving our ambitions for children. We value our people and offer a meaningful and rewarding career in a collaborative and inclusive environment that fosters ambition, creativity, and integrity.

We are committed to providing reasonable accommodations to support the professional development and success of all employees, and therefore encourage applications from candidates of all backgrounds, including individuals with disabilities.

Application Process

Please submit your CV and a cover letter with your application. The comprehensive role profile is available for review at www.savethechildren.net/careers.

Child safeguarding is paramount; therefore, our selection process, including thorough background checks, underscores our commitment to protecting children from abuse.

All employees are expected to perform their duties in strict accordance with our global anti-harassment policy.