Senior Programme Manager - Building Future Generations

Company Description

Porticus is a philanthropic organization that aims to create a just and sustainable future where human dignity flourishes. Our work aims to strengthen the resilience of communities so that all people have ownership over their future and natural resources are used in a sustainable way. Our work is realized through strong networks of partners including local and global NGOs, communities, people with lived experience, policy makers and co-funders. With colleagues based in 14 offices around the world in six regions, we want to provide solutions to today’s social and environmental problems that benefit generations to come in four areas: the natural environment, society, education and faith.

In close collaboration with our partners, we design initiatives that contribute to systems-change and benefit future generations in the following Sectors:

• Strengthening our Societies – making sure all people have agency to lead self-determined lives and contribute to their communities through social justice
• Building Future Generations – strengthening education systems to nurture social and emotional learning, especially for children in extreme adversity
• Caring for the Earth – ensuring a fair transition to a sustainable future
• Fostering Vital Faith Communities – enable the Catholic Church as a force for good in the world

In each of these Sectors, Porticus’ focus areas include specific global social and environmental Challenges.

Job Description

We are seeking a Senior Programme Manager with deep experience in education systems strengthening, crisis-affected contexts, and locally grounded development work, ideally with a strong background in Haiti or similar fragile environments. This role will lead the design, implementation, and monitoring of a complex, multi-stakeholder education programme in Haiti, aligning with both Porticus’s strategy and Haiti’s national education priorities.

KEY RESPONSIBILITIES

Leadership & Strategy

• Act as a thought leader in education and development, promoting systemic change and high-impact outcomes.
• Lead the implementation of a multi-year education initiative in Haiti.
• Set clear, ambitious objectives and ensure continuous learning and adaptation through monitoring and evaluation (MEL).

Programme Design & Implementation

• Develop and implement education programmes focused on systemic and lasting change.
• Apply a meaningful participation approach, and integrate safeguarding and GESI (gender equality and social inclusion) lenses.
• Design and oversee annual work plans, budgets, and results frameworks.
• Commission and interpret evaluations to extract learning and inform programme adaptation.
• Stakeholder Engagement & Partnerships
• Serve as the foundation’s primary liaison in Haiti, building trusted relationships with local actors, government ministries, and NGOs.
• Facilitate inclusive, cross-sector collaboration with implementing partners and communities.
• Represent the foundation at strategic convenings and joint initiatives.
• Monitoring, Evaluation & Learning
• Oversee MEL systems to track progress, extract learning, and adapt strategy in real time.
• Support grantee and partner capacity for data collection, learning, and reporting.
• Commission and manage evaluations to inform both internal and external learning agendas.

Grantmaking & Portfolio Oversight

• Identify, assess, and manage a portfolio of education grants and partners in Haiti with the potential to manage US-based grant partnerships.
• Conduct due diligence, review proposals, and prepare funding recommendations.
• Provide technical and operational support to ensure accountability and mutual learning.

Internal Collaboration

• Work closely with colleagues across Porticus (finance, MEL, communications) to ensure operational excellence.
• Contribute to strategic planning, policy development, and learning cycles within the global education team.
• Actively contribute to the Porticus North America team’s regional strategic priorities on belonging, housing, and non-financial support to partners

Qualifications

Required qualifications

• Master’s degree in Education, Social Work, Public Policy, International Development, or related fields.
• 7–10 years of progressive experience in education programme management, especially in low-income, conflict-affected, or fragile contexts.
• Demonstrated success managing complex, multi-stakeholder programmes with governments and civil society.
• Deep understanding of the Haitian context, including its cultural, educational, and political dynamics.