- Position: Programme Manager, Digital Access (Models & Enablers)
- Organisation: UK Foreign, Commonwealth & Development Office (FCDO)
- Location: Pretoria, South Africa
- Contract Type: Fixed-Term (5 months)
- Grade: Higher Executive Officer (HEO)
- Annual Salary: ZAR 739,697 (before tax and deductions)
- Closing Date: 11 September 2025
- Apply Here: Apply Online
Job Introduction
Join the British High Commission in Pretoria as Programme Manager for the Digital Access Programme. Play a pivotal role in expanding affordable and inclusive connectivity across underserved communities, advancing digital literacy, and supporting economic inclusion through innovative digital solutions.
Job Opportunity
As the Programme Manager for Pillar 1 (“Models & Enablers”), you’ll shape and deliver digital access models. This includes program and financial oversight, procurement, risk mitigation, stakeholder liaison, and ensuring smooth delivery aligned with FCDO standards.
Key Responsibilities
- Programme Management (30%) Develop annual implementation plans, maintain delivery timelines, budget forecasts, ToRs, asset registers, and compliance systems.
- Financial Management (25%) Oversee financial forecasts, validate partner spending reports, manage audits, and align requisitions with milestones.
- Risk & Issue Oversight (20%) Manage risk strategies, fraud prevention, risk registers, and due diligence.
- Stakeholder Engagement (15%) Liaise with local and global partners, lead reviews, field visits, and adapt strategies to shifting priorities.
- Broader Participation Contribute to High Commission committees and corporate activities; potential travel within South Africa and to the UK.
Qualifications & Experience
- Bachelor’s degree in ICT policy, telecoms, business, development studies, or a related field
- Proven experience managing large, complex programmes, including financial and procurement oversight
- Strong coordination, monitoring, risk management, and stakeholder engagement skills
- Desirable: Experience with digital inclusion, tech-for-good, cybersecurity, economic development, or government partnerships
Skills & Required Behaviours
- Programme and financial acumen
- Excellent communication and strategic thinking
- Innovation in digital inclusion and cybersecurity
- Behaviours like influencing, delivering at pace, managing quality, and big-picture vision
How to Apply
Apply through the official FCDO application portal by 11 September 2025. Ensure your submission is authentic and reflects your career experiences. References and security clearance are required. Applicants must have the legal right to live and work in South Africa.