Background information about the job or company (e.g., role context, company overview)

Founded in 1991, Secours Islamique France (SIF) is a NGO devoted to social and humanitarian assistance and development aid in France and the world. SIF is a 23 year-old NGO guided by the Islamic values of solidarity and respect for human dignity and by the humanitarian principles of neutrality, independence and impartiality. These principles ensure that ...

Responsibilities or duties

Lead evidence-based program design aligned with SIF's strategic priorities and donor requirements

Identify funding opportunities and lead proposal and concept note development

Ensure programs comply with donor regulations, SIF policies, and humanitarian standards

Oversee program quality assurance, MEAL systems, and risk management

Represent SIF with donors, UN agencies, government institutions, NGOs, and partners

Lead recruitment, capacity building, and performance management of program staff

Coordinate closely with Finance, Logistics, HR, MEAL, and Security teams

Promote compliance with Child Safeguarding, PSEA, Anti-Fraud, and Code of Conduct policies

Qualifications or requirements (e.g., education, skills)

Master's degree (or equivalent) in a development-related field (Community Development, International Cooperation, Food Security, WASH, Protection, etc.)

Experience needed

At least 8 years of relevant humanitarian/development field experience, including 4+ years in a senior Program Coordinator or Manager role

Proven experience in sectors such as Food Security, Livelihoods, Cash Transfer, WASH, Shelter, DRR, or Youth/Women Empowerment

Experience in the Somalia and/or Kenya context is a strong advantage

Strong track record in proposal writing and donor reporting in English

Strong knowledge of Program Cycle Management (PCM), budget management, and MEAL frameworks

Excellent leadership, stakeholder coordination, and communication skills

Ability to work effectively under pressure in complex, dynamic, and insecure environments

Any other provided details (e.g., benefits, work environment, team info, or additional notes)

SIF is an equal opportunity employer.

• Lead evidence-based program design aligned with SIF's strategic priorities and donor requirements
• Identify funding opportunities and lead proposal and concept note development
• Ensure programs comply with donor regulations, SIF policies, and humanitarian standards
• Oversee program quality assurance, MEAL systems, and risk management
• Represent SIF with donors, UN agencies, government institutions, NGOs, and partners
• Lead recruitment, capacity building, and performance management of program staff
• Coordinate closely with Finance, Logistics, HR, MEAL, and Security teams
• Promote compliance with Child Safeguarding, PSEA, Anti-Fraud, and Code of Conduct policies

• Strong track record in proposal writing and donor reporting in English
• Strong knowledge of Program Cycle Management (PCM), budget management, and MEAL frameworks
• Excellent leadership, stakeholder coordination, and communication skills
• Ability to work effectively under pressure in complex, dynamic, and insecure environments

• Master's degree (or equivalent) in a development-related field (Community Development, International Cooperation, Food Security, WASH, Protection, etc.)
• At least 8 years of relevant humanitarian/development field experience, including 4+ years in a senior Program Coordinator or Manager role
• Proven experience in sectors such as Food Security, Livelihoods, Cash Transfer, WASH, Shelter, DRR, or Youth/Women Empowerment
• Experience in the Somalia and/or Kenya context is a strong advantage