Program Officer

Dünya Doktorları Derneği

Medecins du Monde Turkey (MDM-T) / Dünya Doktorları Dernegi (DDD) is a Turkish-based humanitarian non-governmental organisation that facilitates access to healthcare for populations affected by armed conflict, violence, natural disasters, disease, famine, poverty, and exclusion. 

Our organization collaborates with partners and key stakeholders to implement projects that facilitate access to primary and secondary-level healthcare services to respond to the medical needs of the displaced population. 

DDD is the 16th member of the Doctors of the World International Network, which is committed to meeting the health needs of vulnerable people globally.

Please visit www.dunyadoktorlari.org.tr to learn more.

Hierarchical & Functional links

Duty Station: Istanbul HQ, Türkiye
Reports to: Programme Manager

DDD is seeking a qualified and motivated Programme Officer to support the development, coordination, implementation, and monitoring of humanitarian programmes implemented by DDD and its partners in Türkiye and internationally. The position is based in Istanbul Headquarters and requires close coordination with field teams, partners, donors, and technical departments to ensure high-quality programme delivery in line with DDD’s strategic priorities.

This role combines programme coordination, project development, grants and contract management, partnership follow-up, and operational support across multiple thematic sectors, particularly Health, Protection, and MHPSS. The Programme Officer will contribute to strengthening programme quality, donor compliance, budget follow-up, and cross-functional coordination across DDD operations.

The draft below also incorporates key responsibilities reflected in the attached internal note and reference TOR.

Status: Fixed-term contract

Expected Starting Date: ASAP

EXPECTED PROFILE

Key Responsibilities

Programme Development & Project Management

• Develop project concepts, proposals, logical frameworks, work plans, and technical documents.
• Coordinate the implementation of projects managed directly by DDD and through implementing partners.
• Ensure programme implementation is aligned with donor requirements, DDD strategy, and humanitarian standards.
• Support programme quality assurance, monitoring, accountability, and learning processes.
• Contribute to the integration of cross-cutting approaches including protection mainstreaming and community engagement.
• Ensure coordination and harmonization among field teams, technical units, and partner organizations.
• Conduct regular follow-up on project implementation progress, challenges, risks, and mitigation measures.
• Support operational and strategic planning processes under the supervision of the Programme Manager.
• Support the development and implementation of Monitoring, Evaluation, Accountability and Learning (MEAL) frameworks across DDD projects.
• Coordinate with MEAL teams to ensure proper tracking of project indicators, targets, outputs, and outcomes.

Grants, Contracts & Budget Management

• Support preparation and revision of project budgets in coordination with finance and programme teams.
• Monitor budget utilization and support budget follow-up throughout project implementation.
• Ensure proper project contract management and compliance with donor regulations and contractual obligations.
• Coordinate timely submission of reports, proposals, amendments, and other donor deliverables.
• Work closely with grants and MEAL teams to ensure quality reporting and documentation.

Partnership Coordination

• Maintain regular coordination and communication with implementing partners.
• Support partner capacity strengthening and follow-up on implementation quality.
• Ensure partnership mechanisms, tools, and reporting systems are effectively applied.
• Facilitate coordination meetings, information sharing, and operational follow-up with stakeholders.
• Support implementing partners in applying DDD MEAL tools, reporting templates, and monitoring requirements.
• Follow up on data quality, reporting accuracy, and compliance of partners with donor and DDD MEAL standards.

Representation & Coordination

• Represent DDD in coordination meetings, clusters, workshops, and external engagements when delegated.
• Liaise with NGOs, INGOs, UN agencies, local authorities, and donors as required.
• Support visibility, advocacy, and external communication efforts related to programme activities.

Reporting & Documentation

• Prepare internal programme updates, situation reports, meeting minutes, and implementation summaries.
• Maintain organized programme documentation, tracking tools, and contract files.
• Support timely preparation of donor and management reports.
• Support compilation, verification, and analysis of programme data for internal and donor reporting purposes.
• Coordinate with field teams and partners to ensure timely and accurate submission of programme monitoring data.
• Contribute to preparation of indicator tracking tables, dashboards, and programme performance analysis.
• Support documentation of success stories, case studies, lessons learned, and programme impact evidence.

Other Duties

• Conduct field visits when required.
• Support emergency response activities when needed.
• Perform any additional tasks assigned by the line manager relevant to the position.

Qualifications & Requirements

Education

• Bachelor’s degree in International Relations, Social Sciences, Public Health, Humanitarian Studies, Project Management, or another relevant field.

Experience

• Minimum 2 years of professional experience in the humanitarian or development sector.
• Demonstrated experience in:
• Project implementation and coordination
• Project and contract management
• Budget preparation and budget follow-up
• Partner coordination and programme management
• Experience in one or more of the following thematic areas is required:
• Health
• Protection
• Mental Health and Psychosocial Support (MHPSS)

Languages

• Fluency in Turkish and English is required, both written and spoken.
• Arabic is considered an asset.

Technical Skills

• Strong understanding of humanitarian principles and donor compliance requirements.
• Good coordination, communication, and organizational skills.
• Ability to manage multiple tasks and deadlines under pressure.
• Strong reporting and analytical skills.
• Proficiency in Microsoft Office applications, especially Excel and Word.

Personal Competencies

• Strong interpersonal and teamwork skills.
• Ability to work in multicultural and fast-paced environments.
• Problem-solving and proactive approach to work.
• High level of integrity, accountability, and professionalism.

Working Conditions

• Duty station: Istanbul HQ with possible travel to field locations inside and outside Türkiye.
• Full-time position.

This job description can be modified at any time according to changes in DDD activities or in the context with prior notice and agreement between the two parties. On demand of the direct supervisor, other tasks might be added to the present list.

 

Compliance & Ethics
Promote and encourage a culture of compliance and ethics throughout Dünya Doktorları Derneği. As applicable to the position, maintains a clear understanding of Dünya Doktorları Derneği and donor compliance and ethics standards and adheres to those standards. Conducts work with the highest level of integrity. Communicates these values to staff and to partners and requires them to adhere to these values. 

Prevention of Sexual Exploitation and Abuse
Actively promote PSEA (Prevention of Sexual Exploitation and Abuse) standards within Dünya Doktorları Derneği and amongst beneficiaries served by Dünya Doktorları Derneği. 

NB: Considering the purpose and values of the organisation, DDD requests that its employee complete flexibility in terms of duties and commitment, as their job description and job title can be adjusted throughout the year according to needs and priorities.

Applications will be reviewed on a rolling basis. Please be advised that female candidates are highly encouraged.

Dünya Doktorları Derneği is an equal opportunity employer whereby we ensure all hiring and employment decisions, and operates all programs, services, and functions without the practices that discriminate against any person employed or seeking employment based on race, colour, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, national or ethnic origin, age, marital status, disability, genetic information or any other status or characteristic protected under applicable law. 

How to Apply: 

Please apply with your CV and motivation letter in Arabic or English through our website 

Closure Date: 30.06.2026  

Due to the urgency to fill this post, DDD reserves the right to review the CVs on a rolling basis, and selected candidates may be interviewed before the closing dates listed. Early applications are encouraged.
DDD is not in a position to respond to every applicant individually due to the anticipated high number of applications.
Please note that only short-listed candidates will be contacted for the first interview.

Any offer made to the candidate in relation to this vacancy notice is subject to funding confirmation.

General Information
DDD retains the discretion to re-advertise the vacancy, to cancel the recruitment, to offer a contract with a modified job description or for a different duration, or to offer a contract at a lower grade.