Regional Program Manager
Diakonie Katastrophenhilfe
Job Description
Job Description
This is a new role resulting from the global reorganization of DKHs internal structure and will be part of the newly established region of West & Central Africa and the Caribbean. The position will partly take over responsibilities and tasks previously ensured directly from Berlin and will also fill identified gaps. The main aim of the role is to provide regional programmatic support to the country programs and local and national NGO partners (L/NNGOs) collaborating with DKH. The primary responsibility of the Regional program manager (RPM) is to ensure alignment of programs and projects within the region with the organization's strategic goals and donor prerequisites. This role provides guidance and technical support to programs and partners, aiming to maximize quality and advocate for a principled approach to humanitarian aid across different country offices. Additionally, the role involves harmonizing program standards, optimizing program delivery, and fostering collaboration and learning processes among the programs. Specific roles and responsibilities include Donor Guidance and Relationship Management, Strategic Program Guidance, Program Coordination and Synergy Identification, Monitoring, Evaluation, and Learning (MEAL) and Knowledge Management, Quality Assurance and Collaboration, Partnership and capacity strengthening, and Other responsibilities. The RPM will supervise and coordinate regional program positions including regional project coordination staff, technical experts, partner strengthening staff, etc. The RPM will support the regional program objectives through any other tasks requested by the RD.
How to Apply
Kindly apply by sending your motivation letter and CV without any further attachments by email recrutement.wacar@diakonie-katastrophenhilfe.de, using the reference "RPM-WaCAR Name_Surname", in the subject of your email. For additional questions about the role, please direct them to the same address. Closing date: 24 April 2026. Only shortlisted candidates will be contacted.