Deputy Operations Manager
Core
Deputy Operations Manager ensuring effective program delivery across a portfolio by strengthening operational leadership, driving consistent execution, and building the capacity of Sector Portfolio Managers and Project Managers.
Role type
Senior IC operations manager (NGO/INGO)
Builds
Humanitarian aid programs for vulnerable children
Domain
International Non-Governmental Organization (INGO) / Child Development / Humanitarian Aid
Required skills
operational strategy planning, budget oversight, performance management, cross-functional coordination, risk management, donor compliance, emergency response coordination, capacity building, stakeholder engagement, proposal development, safeguarding policy implementation
Preferred skills
leadership experience, emergency response experience, technical M&E experience, autonomy, computer literacy
Technologies
Microsoft Office (Word, Excel, PowerPoint), AI tools
Responsibilities
Contribute to operational strategy and planning at the portfolio level; oversee and coordinate program implementation through SPM and Project Managers; manage and develop the capacity of SPM and Project Managers; monitor performance and ensure accurate tracking of KPIs; oversee implementation of approved budgets; lead stakeholder engagement and partner coordination; co-lead proposal development from an operational perspective; lead implementation of Child and Adult Safeguarding Policy; lead operational execution readiness for emergency response.
Seniority
Senior, hands-on IC