About the opportunity
The Programme Policy Officer (Head of Programme) plays a key role in supporting the effective implementation of programme activities across the Rakhine Area Office by ensuring strong coordination, monitoring, reporting, and engagement with cooperating partners. The position focuses on providing operational oversight, ensuring compliance with established procedures, and maintaining quality assurance standards across all programme interventions. The Programme Policy Officer (Head of Programme) is responsible for the overall management and coordination of programme activities, including monitoring and evaluation functions and cooperating partner management, to ensure the timely, efficient, and high-quality delivery of programme outputs in line with organizational objectives and expected results.
Salary and benefits
- Attractive compensation package including salary, pension, and leave plus medical insurance
- Opportunities for personal and professional development through training, accreditation, coaching, and mentorship programmes
- Inclusive, diverse, and multicultural working environment
Who can apply?
- Open for Myanmar nationals only
- Advanced University degree in business or public administration, finance, accounting, international development, audit, or another relevant field, or First University degree with an additional two years of relevant work experience and/or training/courses in audit, performance and risk management, or other related fields
- At least three or more years of relevant, progressively responsible experience in leading, undertaking, and/or contributing to planning activities or other relevant fields
- Emergency field experience
- Related management experience and oversight of external partners
- Fluency in both spoken and written English and Burmese
Required documents
- CV
- Cover Letter
When to apply
- Deadline for applications is 23 September 2026 at 23:59 GMT+06:30 Myanmar Time (Yangon)
How to apply
- Submit applications exclusively through the online recruiting system via the official Workday link
- Ensure the Workday profile is accurate, complete, and includes employment history, academic qualifications, language skills, and UN grade if applicable
Additional information
- Female applicants and qualified applicants from minority groups are especially encouraged to apply
- The United Nations does not charge any application, processing, training, interviewing, testing, or other fee in connection with the application or recruitment process
- Selected candidates will undergo rigorous reference and background checks
Our Take on This Opportunity
This section reflects Open Opportunities’ own analysis of the opportunity from an applicant’s perspective.
You may be a strong fit if…
- Myanmar nationals with at least three years of experience in planning and management.
- Candidates with an advanced degree in business, public administration, or related fields.
- Individuals with specific experience in emergency field operations and managing external partners.
What should you think carefully about?
- This position is open exclusively to Myanmar nationals, which is a critical eligibility requirement.
- The role is based on-site in Sittwe, Myanmar, and requires a high level of operational oversight.
- Applicants must ensure their Workday profile is fully updated with their UN grade and academic history to be considered.
How could this fit your current goals and plans?
This role offers a significant opportunity for a local professional to take on a leadership position within a major UN agency. It is an excellent fit for someone looking to advance their career in programme management and oversight while contributing to the delivery of essential humanitarian aid in their home country.
Our take
This is a vital leadership role for experienced Myanmar nationals who are ready to manage complex programme activities. It is less suitable for international applicants or those who do not meet the specific nationality and experience requirements.
Ready to apply?
Review the opportunity on the official website before applying.
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