Manager, Program Engagement
$96k/y-$116k/y
USA for UNHCR3 days ago
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HybridFull-timeSenior
Summary
USA for UNHCR is seeking a Manager, Program Engagement to lead the development of high value funding opportunities and donor materials in New York City. This role is essential for ensuring donors receive clear value propositions and understand the impact of their generosity.
About the Role
As the Manager, Program Engagement, you will oversee a team responsible for producing concept notes, proposals, technical applications, and impact reports. You will serve as a key liaison between fundraisers and UNHCR focal points, driving excellence in project management, compliance, and cross-functional coordination. Your responsibilities include leading funding opportunity development, managing complex negotiations, and ensuring adherence to policies and reporting obligations.
About You
Required:
- Bachelor’s degree or equivalent preferred.
- Minimum of 5 to 7 years of experience in grant writing, project or grant management, international programs, or fundraising and donor relations.
- Proficiency in Microsoft Office, Excel, Salesforce or similar CRMs, and project management tools such as Jira.
- Exceptional written and verbal communication skills.
Preferred:
- Proven ability to develop technical donor materials including proposals, grants, budgets, and impact reports.
- Experience managing or supervising staff, including goal setting, coaching, and performance monitoring.
- Strong knowledge of grant management, project management principles, and corporate and foundation fundraising.
- Understanding of refugee issues, humanitarian programs, and global affairs.
Benefits
- Hybrid work location with potential travel to donor locations.
- Competitive salary range of $96k–$116k.
USA for UNHCR
USA for UNHCR helps and protects refugees and people displaced by violence, conflict and persecution. Supporting UNHCR – the UN Refugee Agency – and its partners, we provide lifesaving essentials including shelter, water, food, safety and protection. Around the world, we help refugees survive, recover and build a better future. Together, we give refugees the hope they deserve, restore their dignity and help them rebuild their lives. Established by concerned American citizens, USA for UNHCR is a 501(c) (3) non-profit organization, headquartered in Washington, D.C. Connect with USA for UNHCR: - Facebook: USA for UNHCR - X: @UNRefugeeAgency - Instagram, TikTok and Threads: @USAforUNHCR
New York City Metropolitan Area