Family for Every Child, a global alliance of locally led civil society organisations, is recruiting an Interim Thematic Programme Advisor to provide maternity cover. This fixed term, home based role will co lead the Children on the Move portfolio and help shape emerging thematic priorities tied to equity, climate context, and child protection systems strengthening. If you are an experienced practitioner who thrives in collaborative, multi partner environments and can turn evidence into implementation, this brief covers everything you need to know before applying.
Family for Every Child Is Hiring Quick summary
Field |
Information |
|---|---|
Hiring organisation |
Family for Every Child |
Role title |
Interim Thematic Programme Advisor |
Contract |
Fixed term 6 to 12 months at 0.8 FTE |
Location |
Remote, home based, international collaboration |
Core focus |
Children on the Move portfolio co leadership and new thematic development |
Key functions |
Strategy, program delivery, MEAL, technical support, partnership management, fundraising support |
Travel |
Limited international travel, typically 1 to 2 trips per year |
Safeguarding |
Zero tolerance policy, full compliance required |
Application channel |
Official site |
Official site |
About Family for Every Child
Family for Every Child is a global alliance of local CSOs working to improve the lives of vulnerable children. The alliance supports community rooted solutions that strengthen child protection systems, improve access to family and alternative care, and influence national and international policy. By pairing member led learning with practical technical assistance, the organisation helps translate local insight into measurable change for children affected by migration, displacement, and socio economic shocks.
Role purpose
The Interim Thematic Programme Advisor advances the Impact Pillar by coordinating and delivering thematic strategies across a diverse program portfolio. The postholder will co lead Children on the Move with a Senior Programme Advisor and drive integration of new cross cutting themes, including climate resiliency, social inclusion, and equitable access to services. The Advisor brings strategic discipline to project lifecycles while ensuring that member voices and community knowledge guide decision making.
Key responsibilities
Thematic leadership and portfolio delivery
- Co lead the Children on the Move portfolio and facilitate member participation through working groups and communities of practice
- Translate strategy into annual and quarterly plans with clear deliverables, roles, and budget lines
- Shape advocacy, research, and capacity development projects that elevate member evidence and lived experience
- Produce high quality briefs, concept notes, and decision memos that help partners act quickly and coherently
Program management and MEAL
- Build realistic workplans, risk registers, and data collection plans that align with donor requirements
- Coordinate implementation across regions and partners, maintaining consistent communication and document control
- Lead monitoring, evaluation, accountability, and learning activities, with feedback loops that inform iteration
- Synthesize mixed methods findings and draft learning products for internal and external audiences
Strategic development and cross cutting integration
- Scan the external landscape to identify opportunities linked to migration, protection, and climate impacts on children
- Map member strengths annually and match capabilities to opportunities for joint action
- Mainstream equity, safeguarding, disability inclusion, and gender considerations across the portfolio
Technical support and knowledge exchange
- Provide targeted technical assistance to members on program design, MEAL, and advocacy planning
- Curate toolkits, templates, and facilitation guides that standardise quality while respecting local context
- Convene peer learning sessions to share approaches and amplify member led innovations
Partnership and resource development
- Support stewardship of donors and partners with concise reporting and evidence rich updates
- Contribute to pipeline development through scoping calls, solution framing, and proposal inputs
- Uphold ethical partnership principles and transparent costings
Person specification
Education and experience
- Degree or equivalent experience in child protection, international development, social policy, or a related field
- Track record working with or within local CSOs and alliances
- Experience coordinating multi partner projects with measurable outputs and timelines
- Demonstrated MEAL competence including indicator design, basic quantitative and qualitative methods, and utilisation focused learning
- Strong record of writing that turns analysis into actionable steps
- Donor reporting and proposal development experience
- Proficiency in English; Spanish, Portuguese, or French is desirable
- Remote teamwork experience using digital collaboration tools
Skills and attributes
- Facilitation, diplomacy, and relationship building across cultures and time zones
- Systems thinking with the ability to translate strategy into workable plans
- Analytical clarity and concise writing for technical and non technical audiences
- Cultural humility, respect for local leadership, and a collaborative mindset
- Reliable self management and deadline stewardship in a remote environment
Work environment and values
The role is fully remote with limited travel. Collaboration relies on disciplined documentation, secure cloud workspaces, and regular virtual facilitation. The organisation values emphasise openness, respect, partnership, accountability, and safeguarding. The successful candidate will model inclusive practice and uphold a zero tolerance stance on abuse and exploitation.
What success looks like in the first 90 days
- A living portfolio plan linking outputs to outcomes with clear responsibilities and milestones
- Active working group cadence with agendas, notes, and decision logs that move work forward
- MEAL plans finalised for priority projects and baseline data collection underway
- A short learning brief that synthesises member insights and sets a shared direction for the next quarter
How to apply
Prepare a focused application package that demonstrates both technical rigour and equity centered practice:
- Resume or CV tailored to the role
- Cover letter highlighting thematic expertise and examples of collaborative delivery
- Two concise work samples such as a learning brief excerpt or an evaluation summary
- Availability window for a 6 to 12 month fixed term at 0.8 FTE
Submit via the organisation official site. Use the link below to access current opportunities and application instructions.
Frequently asked questions
1) Is this role full time
The position is 0.8 FTE on a fixed term contract for 6 to 12 months.
2) Where is the role based
It is fully remote with collaboration across time zones. Limited travel may be required for key workshops or partner visits.
3) What level of seniority is expected
This is an advisor level role with responsibility for thematic leadership, program coordination, and technical guidance, working alongside a senior advisor.
4) What languages are useful beyond English
Spanish, Portuguese, or French are desirable given the alliance geographic spread.
5) What does the selection process include
Document screening, a structured interview focused on scenarios, and a brief written or synthesis exercise aligned to the portfolio.
Final note
This interim opportunity is ideal for a practitioner who is energized by locally led change and comfortable connecting strategy to on the ground delivery. If you bring a strong equity lens, clear communication, and disciplined program stewardship, you will help the alliance deliver meaningful results for children on the move while advancing new thematic directions that reflect the realities communities face today.
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