Maternity leave replacement: Programme Manager

We help to strengthen resilience of vulnerable people exposed to hazards and crisis situations and we respond to disasters and conflicts to save lives and alleviate suffering. In the Netherlands with more than thirty thousand volunteers and internationally through technical assistance, supplies and money. Together we act before, during and after disasters to meet the needs and improve the lives of vulnerable people.

We do this without regards to nationality, race, religious beliefs, class or political opinion. Our seven principles guide our humanitarian work: humanity, impartiality, neutrality, independence, voluntary service, unity and universality.

Maternity leave replacement: Programme Manager

(The Hague, 40 hours p/w)

Period: 12 January 2026 till 31 August 2026 (7,5 months)

For a fixed term period, we are looking for a maternity leave replacement to coordinate two major programmes: Water at the Heart of Climate Action (NLRC part) and the Localisation programme.  

Where are you going to work?

As a Programme Manager you will be part of the Programme Development and Management (PDM) unit of the NLRC (Netherlands Red Cross), headquarters in the Hague. You will report to the Unit Lead.

What are your core tasks going to be?

The purpose of this position is twofold:

1. Localisation: To coordinate on the planning, administration, communication, ensuring compliance, monitoring and reporting of the implementation of Localisation programme (2024-2026) as part of the NL MoFA Partnership 2022-2026,
2. Water at the Heart of Climate Action (WHCA) - NLRC part: coordinate the implementation of Red Cross Red Crescent part of this consortium programme led by National Societies in Ethiopia, South-Sudan, Sudan and Uganda.

Core tasks are:

• Ensure delivery of the projects within timelines, budget and scope in collaboration with project team/ desks/ National Societies
• Collaborate closely with relevant colleagues to monitor progress, ensure quality assurance and compliance, and support reporting, communication, and evaluation of programme results
• In close collaboration with the National Societies/ desks and finance staff, ensure the preparation and consolidation of the annual plans and annual reports, adhering to the agreements with the donor
• Ensure effective financial oversight of both programmes and make informed decisions regarding necessary budget adjustments when required
• Ensure proper administration in SPACE (project management system) and compliance with donor contract and underlying rules and regulations as well as NLRC’s own procedures by sharing information and advising all relevant colleagues
• Stimulate learning in collaboration with relevant Technical Advisors and PMEAL Officers
• Contribute to documentation of good practices and lessons learned so results from the programmes can be clearly articulated and communicated.
• Oversee and follow up on the organization of case studies within the Localisation Programme
• Ensure that sustainability and exit plans are updated to reflect the current context, promoting the long-term impact of investments and facilitating the smooth closure of the ongoing Localisation Programme
• Engage with potential partners and donors to support the programme and take a coordinating role in mobilizing resources for its implementation
• Support Financial Controllers and Planning and Control unit with preparation and execution of annual external audits, by ensuring supporting documentation is collected and providing explanations where needed
• Be the spokesperson for NLRC for the programmes to donors and other external and internal stakeholders. Be the focal point for any NLRC related implementation and proposed revisions
• Clearly document decisions and communicate deadlines to all stakeholders

What do you bring?

We value diversity – in background and experiences. We need people with various cultural backgrounds, religions, sexual orientations, gender identities, and age groups to fulfill our mission.

• Completed university education in the area of humanitarian aid, disaster management and/or specific areas of expertise in these programmes, such as international relations, climate change, or equivalent.
• A minimum of 4-10 years of relevant experience in the sector, in roles related to programme management
• The focus of your programme management experience (5+ years) should ideally be in emergency and development programming, of which at least 2 years of management including financial monitoring and -reporting in various contexts, preferably in Sub Sahara Africa.
• Experience in successful management of subsidised programmes, donor liaison, project monitoring and writing reports.
• Experience in monitoring and evaluating progress – both qualitatively and quantitatively - guided by performance indicators.

Your talents (competencies)

• Coordination: lead on timelines, reviews, and submission processes, maintaining consistent updates to stakeholders.
• Quality Focus: deliver well-structured, donor-aligned proposals that meet NLRC standards.
• Communication: simplify complex information into clear, understandable language.
• Team player: excellent interpersonal communication skills and the capacity to engage in and maintain effective relationships across departments, cultures and organizational contexts.

What we offer you?

An interesting job with a unique organization. The organization has an immense international network and a significant impact in the humanitarian sector. The work you do is socially relevant and makes an impact, which sometimes means an impact on yourself. Therefore, we care about your well-being and provide tools to find a good balance. We are a flexible and people-oriented work environment with room for initiative and development.

The salary for this position falls within scale 11 as mentioned in the collective agreement, depending on experience, minimum of €3,869.44 and a maximum of €5,424.14 gross per month on the basis of full-time employment.

Next to your monthly salary you will have a 'personal budget’ at your disposal, of 19,2% of your monthly gross salary. You can use it to withdraw a holiday allowance, extra holidays or an end of year bonus. There are also various additional conditions such as a pension scheme, travel allowance, and good opportunities for personal development. You will also have a laptop and mobile phone at your disposal.

Our office is in the Hague, walking distance from the Laan van NOI station. Like everyone else, you work activity based, partly from home and partly from the office. We regularly meet colleagues on the work floor but also online via Teams to discuss cross functional topics and to stay connected to each other and our networks.

Join us!

We look forward to receiving your motivation letter and your resume in English with reference to Somaya Ben Gamra  (HR Advisor) by latest 19 November 2025 through the apply button on this page. Want to know more about this role? You can contact Floor Lammers or Maren Striker.