Netherlands: Programme Manager Asia

The Aflatoun programme provides children and youth with the building blocks of life and empowers them to make a positive change in their lives. It balances personal and social awareness with practical planning, saving and entrepreneurial skills. Headquartered in Amsterdam, the Aflatoun Secretariat is responsible for providing services to organizations in 104 countries that deliver the programme to over two million children.

The Aflatoun Secretariat is a dynamic, result-driven and diverse 22-member team hailing from approximately 12 different nationalities. Aflatoun is currently looking for a

Programme Manager (Asia)

The role of Programme Manager

The Programme Manager will support the Asia Region. He/she will work closely with the Director Programmes and will play a key role in furthering the Aflatoun network in Asia.

Key Responsibilities

Technically supporting existing partners.Identification of new countries and new partners.Advocating with government to mainstream the social financial education in school curricula and major government programs for child and youth empowerment.Fundraising

This is a full time position based out of Amsterdam and requires a committed individual with the ability and willingness to travel to the region.

Requirements:

· 7-10 years work experience in the areas of education, social and financial literacy, entrepreneurship with children and youth.

· Analytical strength and strong problem-solving ability.

· Academic degree in related subject (e.g. Masters in international development, Masters in Education, Masters in Child Development).

· Advocacy experience with government bodies at local or regional level.

· Ability to develop proposals and fundraising

· Ability to multi-task and to work under pressure.

· Ability to work effectively in a small team in an international environment.

· Excellent written and verbal communication skills in English. Knowledge of an Asian language is an advantage.

· Computing skills in Excel and Word.

· Experience of working in the Asia Region, preferably in different countries.

Salary Indication

Aflatoun can offer the successful candidate a one year extendable contract, for a 40 hour workweek. The gross salary per year will be between gross 32000 and 39000 Euros (inclusive of all benefits and holiday allowance) and is based on the relevant number of years of experience and education.

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