Programme Lead-LAC (internationally recruited)

The Department of Programmes is the central management and coordinating function for programme delivery. It is responsible for the implementation of IDLO’s global programme portfolio in line with the organizational strategy.

Under the direct supervision of the Regional Representative LAC, the Programme Lead engages with internal and external functions to support the management and implementation of the Programme Portfolio, including coordination of activity implementation with the relevant country teams as appropriate. The Programme Lead represents IDLO with Partners, IDLO Headquarters (HQ) staff, Government officials, technical advisors and experts, donors, and civil society.

Key results expected:

1. Programme Management and Implementation

• Lead the coordination of programme implementation, including work planning, budget management, monitoring, and reporting, and ensure that all phases of the project are consistent with the project design and delivery schedule, and IDLO processes and procedures.
• Monitor implementation issues, including revisions to project design and work plans; make decisions for timely and optimal course corrections.
• Maintain oversight of financial management, accurate financial forecasts, including reviewing financial reports and identifying areas of over- or under-spending, and flagging any urgent budgetary issues.
• Review and provide input on annual and quarterly reports; clear the submission of financial and narrative reports; highlighting the value and impact the programme/activity brings.
• Design, research, draft, and edit legal working papers, memos, briefs, and other original materials in the field experience, and utilize these materials for the development of relevant outputs.
• Ensure programme deliverables meet quality standards and proactively seek input from relevant substantive internal experts.
• Represent IDLO in programme events, and under the guidance of the supervisor, build relationships and liaise with donors, UN agencies, government institutions; CSO's and other stakeholders in the rule of law field through meetings and the preparation of reports and briefs.

2. Programme Design and Development

• In coordination with the Programme Design and Development Unit, generate ideas and identify new programme opportunities; provide substantive input in the development of proposals or concept notes aimed at innovatively expanding IDLO’s programme portfolio in line with country/regional/organizational strategies.
• Responsible for the development of Programme implementation plans by means of standardized programme cycle management tools, logic models and frameworks, work plans, monitoring reports, and others.

3. Programme Monitoring and Reporting

• In coordination with the Programme Monitoring and Reporting Unit, support the monitoring and reporting of programme activities to ensure programme compliance with donor contracts as well as maintenance of quality standards.
• Ensure compliance with programme contracts and subcontracts.
• Contribute to the development of relevant programme reports, including conducting research on legal, political, social, and economic events, trends, and/or developments relating to the programme; and acting on internal and external requests for such research.
• Ensure programme deliverables meet quality standards and proactively seek input from relevant substantive internal experts.

4. Resource Mobilization

• Support the Resource Mobilisation efforts, including development of Resource Mobilisation Strategies and Action plans for programmes within the portfolio and broadly within IDLO as required.
• Regularly develop reports on resource mobilisation efforts, including updating action plans and briefing notes on donor engagement.
• Perform any other relevant duties as requested by the supervisor.

Education and work experience

• Masters degree (or equivalent) in Law, International Relations Development Studies or other related field is required.
• Minimum 8- 10 years of significant relevant professional experience within an international organization, designing and implementing complex programmes.

Languages

• Excellent written and verbal communication skills in English and Spanish are required.
• Knowledge of other official UN languages will be a distinct advantage.
  

 Knowledge, Skills and Abilities

• Familiarity with standard programme and data management tools, as well as results-based management and monitoring and evaluation principles.
• Good knowledge of Microsoft Word, Excel and PowerPoint. Proficient use of other ICT software and internet software. 
• Works well with others and actively participates. Shares information, contributes, encourages and motivates others to become involved in team activities.
• Contributes to a fair environment that fosters collaboration and cooperation. Works effectively across and within IDLO organizational boundaries.
• Acts as a role model and offers guidance to colleagues. Takes initiative to share knowledge, experiences and information with others.
• Accepts and gives constructive feedback to develop and motivate others.
• Proven ability to see through tasks set and deliver results. 
• The ability to work under pressure with tight deadlines, flexibility and an entrepreneurial spirit.
• Ability and willingness to travel to the region, if necessary.
• Self-motivated and dynamic with a willingness and ability to use initiative to assist the organization to achieve its objectives.
• Keen sense of ethics, integrity, and commitment to IDLO’s mandate.
  

For this internationally recruited professional position, IDLO shall offer the selected candidate an Affiliate contract of 12 months, with possibility of extension subject to performance and availability of funding.

IDLO shall offer a yearly basic salary of  EUR 66,679.-  and a benefits package including provident fund contribution, medical insurance, and leave entitlements in accordance with IDLO Employee Regulations and Rules. Relocation and installation support are also available for internationally recruited employees.

Salaries and benefits paid by IDLO to employees are exempt from taxation in Italy. IDLO employees are responsible for compliance with income tax laws of their country of nationality or residence and/or of any other relevant fiscal jurisdiction.
 

IDLO is an Equal Opportunity Employer. We welcome applications of qualified candidates of all backgrounds. Female candidates are strongly encouraged to apply for IDLO vacancies.

IDLO does not tolerate sexual exploitation or abuse, any kind of harassment, including harassment of a sexual nature, or discrimination. As such, IDLO will conduct careful reference and background checks of all selected candidates as part of its selection process.

In the interest of making the most effective use of resources, only short-listed candidates will be contacted during the selection process.

Application Deadline: 31 August 2026 (23:59 hrs Rome time)