[Save the Children] Humanitarian Programme Officer
Ente: Save the Children
Scadenza: 2026-09-03
Paese: INTL
Descrizione
Humanitarian Programme Officer Save the Children Open positions at Save the Children Finance & Economy Programme & Policy Show advice for this position Open application form Daily Job Alerts: Stay Updated, Stay Ahead with Pro Membership UN Talent Pro Details TITLE: Humanitarian Programme Officer DEPARTMENT: Operations LOCATION: based in Ambovombe GRADE : 4A CONTRACT LENGTH: 03 months subject to availability of funds. CHILD SAFEGUARDING: Level 3: the post holder will have contact with children and/or young people either frequently (e.g. once a week or more) or intensively (e.g. four days in one month or more or overnight) because they work country programs;or are visiting country programs; or because they are responsible for implementing the police checking/vetting process staff ROLE PURPOSE: The Humanitarian Programme Officer is responsible for supporting the planning, coordination, implementation, monitoring, and reporting of anticipatory action, emergency preparedness, and humanitarian response programmes in the Grand Sud of Madagascar. The role contributes to ensuring that emergency interventions are delivered in a timely, effective, and accountable manner, in line with Save the Children's policies and procedures, donor requirements, humanitarian principles, and international standards. The post holder will support the implementation of forecast-based and anticipatory actions designed to reduce the impact of predictable humanitarian shocks, particularly those associated with forecasted El Niño events, drought, food insecurity, water scarcity, disease outbreaks, floods, cyclones, and other climate-related hazards. Working closely with technical teams, partners, government authorities, and communities, the the Humanitarian Programme Officer will help ensure that vulnerable children and families receive timely assistance before, during, and after emergencies. With the support of the Humanitarian Programme Coordinator (based in Antananarivo), the role will contribute to strengthening emergency preparedness and response capacity by supporting early warning monitoring, contingency planning, risk analysis, needs assessments, field-level coordination, and programme monitoring activities. The Humanitarian Programme Officer will play a key role in tracking programme progress, ensuring quality implementation, facilitating accountability to affected populations, and documenting lessons learned to improve future humanitarian interventions. In anticipation of El Niño-related impacts, the post holder will support the delivery of preparedness and early action activities aimed at mitigating risks to food security, nutrition, water, sanitation and hygiene (WASH), child protection, education, and livelihoods. This includes assisting with project implementation, monitoring triggers for anticipatory action, coordinating field activities, and supporting timely reporting on programme achievements, challenges, and emerging humanitarian needs. Working collaboratively with the Humanitarian Programme Coordinator, MEAL, Operations, Finance, Security, and technical specialists, the Humanitarian Programme Officer will contribute to high-quality, evidence-based programming that strengthens community resilience, protects children, and supports Save the Children's humanitarian and climate adaptation objectives in Madagascar. SCOPE OF ROLE: Role Dimensions : The position holders will liase with both internal and external stakeholders to achieve SCI humanitarian ambition in Madagacar. KEYS AREAS OF RESPONSABILITY 1. Humanitarian Programme Operations and Implementation Support the planning, coordination, and implementation of anticipatory action and emergency response projects. Ensure programme activities are delivered on time, within budget, and in accordance with approved project plans and donor commitments. Monitor project progress against work plans, indicators, and targets, identifying risks and proposing corrective actions when necessary. Conduct regular field visits to monitor programme quality, provide technical support, and ensure adherence to agreed standards. Coordinate closely with logistics, procurement, finance, and administration teams to facilitate efficient programme delivery. Ensure all activities comply with Save the Children policies and procedures, donor regulations, and relevant national requirements. 2. Programme Quality and Accountability Support the integration of quality programming approaches throughout project implementation. Collaborate with the MEAL team to ensure monitoring, evaluation, accountability, and learning systems are effectively implemented. Promote accountability to affected populations through accessible and responsive feedback and complaints mechanisms. Ensure beneficiary feedback and lessons learned are incorporated into programme improvement and future project design. Contribute to maintaining humanitarian programming in accordance with the Sphere Humanitarian Standards and the Red Cross Code o
Settori: Finance & Economy, Programme & Policy
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