Area Program Manager - Cluster Nias

About the role

The Area Program Manager for Cluster Nias will lead and oversee all programme activities within the designated area, ensuring alignment with national strategies, sector plans and disaster‑preparedness frameworks. Reporting to senior leadership, the role supports transformational development, advocacy and emergency response initiatives across the cluster.

Key responsibilities

• Provide overall leadership and management for Area Programs in line with organisational policies and standards.
• Coordinate and supervise AP staff, fostering effective partnerships and an efficient operating model.
• Develop and implement the Annual Operating Plan, including budgeting, procurement and key milestones.
• Align project priorities with community needs, partner capacities and national/regional strategies.
• Integrate disaster management, gender equity, Christian commitment, peace‑building, environmental protection and other cross‑cutting themes into programme design and implementation.
• Prepare budgets and funding requests, manage resource acquisition and ensure compliance with national funding requirements.
• Support organisational readiness and response during emergencies, ensuring timely and accountable delivery of assistance.
• Contribute to the development of national, zonal and corporate strategic plans.

Required profile

• Experience in leading humanitarian or development programmes, preferably within a multi‑partner environment.
• Ability to manage staff, coordinate partners and oversee complex budgets.
• Commitment to the core approaches of transformational development, advocacy and emergency response.
• Understanding of integrating cross‑cutting themes such as gender equity, peace‑building and environmental protection.

Required skills