Delivery Manager (Climate/NGO)

TL;DR

Delivery Manager (Climate/NGO): Leading the effective delivery, governance, and oversight of a climate-focused technical assistance portfolio with an accent on grant management, risk mitigation, and stakeholder engagement. Focus on managing complex donor-funded programmes, driving data-driven performance through PowerBI, and providing strategic leadership to regional activity teams.

Location: Must be based in or able to work from the London or Bristol office on a hybrid basis.

Company

hirify.global is a global impact-driven firm working in over 90 countries to design and deliver sustainable solutions for health, infrastructure, and climate challenges.

What you will do

• Lead the end-to-end grant lifecycle, from project selection and contracting to implementation and closure.
• Oversee portfolio performance, ensuring compliance with FCDO expectations and robust risk management.
• Provide strategic leadership and line management to a team of three Regional Activity Managers and a Contracts Manager.
• Act as the product owner for programme management systems, ensuring data quality and driving continuous improvement.
• Facilitate cross-regional learning and knowledge exchange through the global activity community of practice.
• Manage key stakeholder relationships, including FCDO HQ, regional teams, and implementing partners.

Requirements

• 7+ years of relevant experience in programme delivery, grant management, and portfolio oversight.
• Proven track record in complex donor-funded or publicly funded programmes.
• Strong leadership experience with the ability to manage and motivate teams in a fast-paced environment.
• Professional fluency in English, both written and spoken.
• Experience with Power BI and information management platforms.
• Commitment to neutrality and diplomacy in stakeholder dealings.

Culture & Benefits

• Opportunity to work on a high-impact, UK Government-funded climate programme.
• Commitment to equity, diversity, and inclusion across all levels of the workforce.
• Supportive environment with a focus on professional development and capacity building.
• Hybrid working model providing flexibility between office and remote work.