Programme Officer

This role is based in Bogota, Colombia. This role is open to the nationals of the country where the role is based. 

You will be required to attend the office for a minimum of 3 days per week with the option to work remotely for the remaining 2 days.

About us

Christian Aid exists to create a world where everyone can live a full life, free from poverty. We are a global movement of people, churches and local organisations who passionately champion dignity, equality and justice worldwide. We are the changemakers, the peacemakers, the mighty of heart.

We’re committed to building a diverse and inclusive workplace, and recognise the value this brings in forming strong, creative and high performing teams. We welcome applications from all sections of the community, and from those with experience from outside of the voluntary sector. And no, you don’t have to be Christian to work here – we encourage people of all faiths and none to apply. We just ask that everyone lives out our values of dignity, equality, justice and love. We value a good work-life balance, so we’re open to part-time and flexible working. We also offer hybrid working for our office-based colleagues and the option of being a homeworker for most of our roles too.

Learn about our vision, mission and values

About the role

The Programme Officer will ensure the timely delivery (within budget, to scale, and in line with the project proposal) of the EU-funded project “Igualmente, Justas: Puerta hacia el reconocimiento: Innovaciones desde la justicia feminista interseccional para el fin de la impunidad”. They will ensure timely reporting based on robust data on activities, outputs, outcomes, and impact of the project in line with the project M&E plan, ensuring full and effective implementation of the work plan, and working with key stakeholders to build relationships and support effective implementation. The post holder will also liaise closely with colleagues at Christian Aid Ireland, Programme Funding and Development and the Latin America and the Caribbean (LAC) Regional Programme to inform them of the project’s progress. They will also be proactive in suggesting solutions to issues that arise.

About you

We expect the selected candidate to be pro-active in the day-to-day work and suggest solutions to the issues that may arise. For the success of the project, it is essential that the selected candidate develops a professional relationship with the partners based on common values, trust and a clear division of roles and responsibilities.

Strategic decisions are made jointly by the team, but each member of the team is expected to work relatively independently in carrying out those decisions, including preparing and undertaking field trips with partners.

The selected candidate would need to demonstrate capability to work in a systematic way with project management and ensure compliance with all policies. The postholder must pay attention to detail and understand administrative and financial regulations and be able to develop a work plan that ensures compliance and effective delivery of the EU project.

Would have the ability to understand the political and socio-economic context and how best to respond to opportunities and challenges is also important. Likewise, the selected candidate needs the personal skills to develop and sustain strong relationships with partners based on trust and shared values and objectives.

Further information

At Christian Aid we strive to be an inclusive and diverse employer and recognise the value that this brings in helping to build strong, creative and high performing teams.

We are actively encouraging racialised minorities, LGBTQ+, people with disabilities, returning parents or carers who are re-entering work after a career break, people with caring responsibilities, people from low socioeconomic backgrounds, women, and older workers to apply. This is because these groups are under-represented within our teams, especially at senior level, and we recognise and value the contributions members of these groups make to strong, creative and high performing teams. To discuss this role in greater detail, please contact   csantos@christian-aid.org

We have a strong Christian ethos and we encourage applications from all faiths. Applicants will be expected to demonstrate an understanding of and sympathy with Christian Aid’s faith identity. 

All successful candidates will require a DBS/police check appropriate to the role and location and a Counter Terrorism Sanction check as part of your clearance for commencing your role with us. We also participate in the Inter Agency Misconduct Disclosure Scheme.  In line with this Scheme, we will request information as part of the referencing process from job applicants’ previous employers about any findings of sexual exploitation, sexual abuse and/or sexual harassment during employment, or incidents under investigation when the applicant left employment. By submitting an application, the job applicant confirms their understanding of these recruitment procedures.

This role requires applicants to have the right to live and work in the country where this position is based and undertake the role that you have been offered. If you are successful and we make you an offer for the role, we will be required to conduct a right to work check on your immigration status. We will contact you regarding the documentation you will need to provide to evidence this. 

• Salary (full time):117,863,873
• Type of contract:Permanent
• Contracted hours:35 per week
• Location:Bogota, Colombia
• Hours of work:0
• Closing date:10 February 2026

Documents for Application

Further Information

As a volunteer, you will receive:

• Support and supervision from a named contact within Christian Aid
• Appropriate induction and training for your volunteering role.
• Out-of-pocket expenses as agreed.
• Our regular volunteers e-newsletter
• Access to our Volunteers’ Hub for all our latest news, events and resources

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