Job Position for Program Manager
Job Title: Program Manager
Organization: INTERSOS
Location: Maiduguri, Borno State, Nigeria
Contract Duration: 6 months (renewable)
Start Date: 15 September 2026
Closing Date: 3 September 2026
Salary: €3,430 – €3,868 monthly gross
About the Role
INTERSOS is seeking an experienced, high-performing humanitarian professional to lead the planning, management, implementation, and monitoring of our humanitarian programmes in Northeast Nigeria. Working in a complex emergency environment, you will collaborate closely with the Field Coordinator and Head of Programme to drive strategic programme delivery, ensure strict donor compliance, manage budgets, and lead dedicated field teams.
Key Position Details Overview
Role Type Program Management / Humanitarian Response
Reporting To Field Coordinator / Head of Programme
Duty Station Maiduguri, Borno State (Guesthouse accommodation provided)
Application Deadline 3 September 2026
Key Responsibilities
Programme Leadership & Delivery: Oversee project implementation, develop detailed workplans, and conduct field visits to ensure high-quality humanitarian standards.
Financial & Compliance Management: Monitor expenditure, manage budgets, ensure optimal resource allocation, and uphold strict donor and INTERSOS compliance rules.
Monitoring, Evaluation & Reporting: Coordinate M&E activities, maintain high-standard reporting, and support proposal development for strategic growth.
Team Supervision: Supervise, mentor, and build the capacity of local programme staff while overseeing procurement and operational logistics.
Representation & Coordination: Represent INTERSOS at relevant cluster meetings, government engagements, and donor forums while fostering strong community relationships.
Candidate Requirements
Education: Advanced university degree in Social Sciences, International Relations, Development Studies, Humanitarian Cooperation, or a related field.
Experience: Minimum 3 years managing humanitarian projects (including logistics and finance), with at least 1 year in multi-sector programming and security context analysis.
Contextual Expertise: Proven track record working in complex emergency settings, insecure environments, and handling donor compliance/reporting.
Skills: Strong financial acumen, strategic planning, negotiation, team leadership, and fluency in English (additional languages are an asset).
Benefits Package
Shared guesthouse accommodation
7 days of psycho-physical recovery (R&R) every 12 weeks + €1,000 allowance
2.5 days of annual leave accrued per month
Full medical insurance coverage and round-trip flights
Comprehensive online induction prior to field deployment
How to Apply
Submit your application through the official INTERSOS Recruitment Platform.
Required Documents:
Updated CV in PDF format.
At least 3 professional references (must include 2 former line managers and 1 HR reference).
Deadline: Applications close on 3 September 2026. Early submissions are highly encouraged.
