Assistant Programme Manager – Global Projects

The Assistant Programme Manager – Global Projects will play a key coordination and delivery role in the management of a new international programme under Emirates Nature–WWF’s conservation portfolio, names Building Community Resilience to Natural Hazards across the Asia Pacific, which will oversee a programmatic approach to deliver nature based solutions for to build the resilience of people and nature.

The role focuses on programme coordination, grant management, stakeholder engagement, and strategic alignment across international partners, including WWF network offices and IFRC country programmes in the Philippines, Indonesia, Solomon Islands, and Fiji. The Assistant Manager will ensure effective programme oversight, strong governance, high-quality reporting, and alignment with Emirates Nature–WWF’s conservation strategy.

Working closely with the Associate Director – Global Projects and internal programme teams, the role supports strategic implementation rather than strategy ownership, ensuring funded initiatives deliver measurable impact while strengthening partnerships, mobilising additional resources, and contributing to organisational learning

Grant & Programme Coordination

• Support the management and coordination of the UAE Aid Agency funded BCRN programme, ensuring effective implementation, reporting, and compliance.

• Coordinate programme and in-country activities across WWF network offices and IFRC partners in Asia-Pacific countries.

• Monitor programme milestones, deliverables, and reporting timelines.

• Ensure alignment between programme outputs and Emirates Nature–WWF’s strategic objectives.

• Oversee and coordinate the delivery of programme outputs such as research, case studies and more to ensure high quality content and internal alignment.

Stakeholder Engagement & Partnerships

• Maintain day-to-day coordination with WWF offices, IFRC partners, donor stakeholders, and implementing organisations.

• Facilitate communication between partners to ensure programme coherence and effective collaboration.

• Support preparation of donor updates, programme briefings, and stakeholder presentations.

• Represent Emirates Nature–WWF in coordination meetings, workshops, and programme forums as required.

• Organize, coordinate and implement events to raise awareness on impact, programme objectives, and partnership.

Strategic Alignment & Impact Integration

• Support integration of programme insights into organisational strategy and planning processes.

• Contribute to updating impact frameworks and tracking programme outcomes.

• Assist in identifying emerging risks, opportunities, and strategic implications for the organisation.

• Provide analysis and briefing materials to inform senior leadership decision-making.

Monitoring, Evaluation & Reporting

• Coordinate programme reporting requirements, including donor reporting and internal updates.

• Ensure consistent documentation, data collection, and impact measurement across partner organisations.

• Track progress against KPIs and flag implementation risks early.

• Support evaluation processes and lessons learned integration.

Governance, Risk & Compliance

• Ensure programme delivery adheres to donor requirements, internal governance standards, and WWF network protocols.

• Support risk identification and mitigation strategies across programme implementation.

• Maintain accurate documentation and records for audit and reporting purposes.

Internal Coordination & Communication

• Work closely with finance, legal, conservation, fundraising, communications, and operations teams to ensure integrated programme delivery.

• Regularly update workplans, leadership and project delivery tools to track progress on programme activities.

• Support internal communications to keep staff informed about programme progress and impact.

• Contribute to knowledge sharing and organisational learning initiatives.

• Coordinate and review deliverables linked to marketing, communication and content development.

Resource Mobilization

• Work closely with the Resource Mobilization lead to support communication, outreach, and content development to continue to raise funds for the programme.

Experience:

• Minimum of 5–7 years of experience in programme/project management support roles, with at least 2–3 years of hands-on project management support within an NGO, preferably in environmental or conservation sectors.

• Demonstrated ability to manage programme budgets, donor reporting, and financial oversight of large-scale projects.

• Prior experience in the Asia-Pacific region with a good understanding of local environmental regulations and cultural contexts is a plus.

• Experience working with international NGOs, development agencies, or environmental programmes preferred.

• Experience managing multi-stakeholder partnerships and donor-funded programmes.

• Familiarity with climate resilience, conservation, or sustainable development initiatives is desirable.

• Experience working in the Asia-Pacific region or with international programme coordination is an advantage.

• Adaptability, flexibility, and strong interpersonal skills are a must.

Education:

• Bachelor’s degree in environmental science, international development, business administration, sustainability, or a related field.

• Master’s degree in a relevant discipline is advantageous.

• Relevant certifications in Project Management (e.g., PMP, PRINCE2) are highly desirable.

• Additional certifications in Monitoring and Evaluation (M&E) or data analytics related to programme delivery are an advantage.

Skills:

• Strong programme coordination and grant management skills, with experience supporting complex multi-stakeholder initiatives across geographies.

• Proven ability to manage partnerships with international NGOs, donors, and technical partners, demonstrating cultural awareness and diplomatic stakeholder engagement.

• Experience supporting monitoring, evaluation, and reporting processes, with the ability to translate programme data into clear insights and donor-ready updates.

• Good understanding of programme governance, compliance requirements, and risk awareness within donor-funded or conservation-related initiatives.

• Excellent written and verbal communication skills in English, with confidence preparing reports, presentations, and stakeholder communications.

• Strong organisational skills with the ability to manage multiple priorities, deadlines, and cross-functional coordination effectively.

• Familiarity with climate resilience, conservation, or community-based development programmes is advantageous.

• Proactive, adaptable, and solutions-oriented approach, with the ability to work independently while supporting collaborative team environments.

Internal: Strategy & Growth Unit, Conservation Programmes, Fundraising, Communications, Operations, Finance.

External: UAE government stakeholders, WWF international offices, IFRC partners, regional programme partners, consultants, and donors.

Emirates Nature-WWF is an equal opportunity employer. We welcome diversity in the workplace and offer a flexible and diverse place of employment.

Emirates Nature-WWF staff participate wholeheartedly in general activities and events that require the full support and participation of all staff members, whether the focus of any particular event or activity has any bearing on the job description and assigned project objectives and activities.

Please send your application consisting of a cover letter explaining why you are the right candidate to work with EN-WWF and your CV with the subject ‘Application for Assistant Programme Manager – Global projects’ to the attention of Ms Magdalena Tayoun on careers@enwwf.ae before 15th March 2026.

Emirates Nature reserves the right to appoint a candidate prior this date.