Manager, Program Engagement
Usaforunhcr · Washington, DC
Posted about a month ago · $100,485 - $109,620
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Is this posting real?
- This role has been open
- 30 days Usaforunhcr's roles stay open a median of 31 days
- Reposted
- No
- Salary listed
- Yes 100% of Usaforunhcr's roles list one
- Ghost-job risk at Usaforunhcr
- low 0 stale, 0 reposted of 2 open
- Hiring momentum
- 2 roles opened in the last 90 days ↑ up vs. the prior 90 days
- Last confirmed on the employer's board
- 2026-09-17
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About this role
The Manager, Program Engagement at USA for UNHCR will lead the creation of proposals and donor materials aimed at principal donors, ensuring they are compelling and clearly communicate the impact of donations. This role involves managing complex funding opportunities, coordinating with UNHCR, and crafting narratives that resonate emotionally with donors. Additionally, the manager will oversee project management processes and compliance while supporting staff training on proposal development and donor engagement.
- benefits
- 5/5
- freshness
- 4/5
- career value
- 4/5
- role clarity
- 5/5
- pay transparency
- 5/5
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What you need
- Bachelor’s degree or equivalent experience preferred
- 5 or more years of experience in proposal and grant writing for principal donors and in project or grant management
- Exceptional written and verbal communication skills
- Proven ability to synthesize complex and technical information into clear, compelling content for principal donors
- Experience managing or supervising staff, including goal setting, coaching, and performance monitoring
- Strong knowledge of grant management, project management principles, and proposal development processes
Nice to have
- Experience in international programs and fundraising/donor relations for private philanthropy preferred
What you get
- Comprehensive health coverage, including employer-paid employee medical options
- Flexible savings accounts, including FSA and HSA
- Industry-leading 401(k) match
- Lifestyle Spending Account to support your wellness
- Mental and financial wellness resources
- Paid time off, including a paid winter break and sabbatical leave at key milestones
Worth weighing
- No specific salary range mentioned beyond the stated figures
- The role involves managing multiple stakeholders and deadlines, which may lead to a high-pressure environment
- Hybrid work location may require travel, which could impact work-life balance
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