Volunteer Global Programme Manager (NGO)

What will you be doing?

The International Youth Federation is an international non-profit youth organizations network governed by the present Statutes and the Swiss Civil Code. It is neutral politically, and non denominational, aim to empower youth worldwide. The IYF Bureau of Programme Support (BPS) is the programme management body within the IYF interventions. The Bureau is responsible for implementing the global programme and supporting Regional Administrations in programme management. BPS develop, oversee, and implement general policies, requirements, and processes used by the IYF to deliver programme results. The IYF expected results and outcomes are outlined in Country Plans, Regional Work Plans, and the Global Programme.  Under the overall guidance of the Director BPS, the Global Programme Manager is responsible for oversight of all aspects of the IYF projects and programmes worldwide. Specifically, he/she will lead, supervise and coordinate activities, and provide strategic direction for the development and provision of support services in the implementation of the youth empowerment interventions at global level. Responsibilities (A) Oversight of programmes and project implementation • Management of IYF global projects in a flexible and participatory manner, with a facilitative approach, while retaining strong focus on results and programme implementation;  • Oversight and management of programme planning, and implementation with emphasis on achievement of IYF goals and targets;  (B) Provide administrative and programme support • Oversee IYF’s commitments within the corporate agreements with the Global Fund, ensures effective application of RBM tools, monitors unit work plans, programme effectiveness and achievement of results;  • Maintaining regular contact with Programme counterparts and key stakeholders;  (C) Establish and maintains strategic partnerships with government, CSOs and technical partners and supports resource mobilization efforts • Maintain high level strategic partnerships and ensures close cooperation between the IYF and the responsible implementing partners to ensure effective implementation of the agreed activities and delivery of outputs in a timely manner;  • Lead partnership development on behalf of IYF to develop time-bound and strategic approaches to develop capacity; 

What are we looking for?

A minimum of 3-5 years of experience and results preferred in programme management role, international development, NGO, youth empowerment role, development, communications, international relations, youth studies, sport, women empowerment, youth-led organizations or another relevant field.

What difference will you make?

Mission Statement  To voluntarily represent, positively promote, and uphold the mission of “Empowering youth for a better world” in various programs and opportunities throughout the IYF interventions across member countries.