Regional Programmes Assistant
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Regional Programmes Assistant
Company: [Employer hidden — sign up to reveal]
Location: Bolton (Head Office)
Salary: National Minimum Wage
Type: Full-time, On-site
Closing Date: 1st June 2026
About the Organisation
Established in 2001, [Employer hidden — sign up to reveal] is a UK-based international relief and development charity. Inspired by the Islamic teachings of empathy, generosity and selflessness, the trust aims to alleviate poverty and suffering across the world, and also ensuring that the rights of those who are neglected and oppressed are fulfilled by providing sustainable development solutions relating to shelter, education, health, and spiritual wellbeing. Knowing that we are all ultimately accountable to the Almighty, the charity strives to maintain transparency and accountability, and as such the charity also has a full and transparent audit trail from the donor to the beneficiary. To find out more about the organisation please visit our website on: [Employer hidden — sign up to reveal]
The Role
You will carry out programme/project monitoring and administrative duties to ensure quality and consistency in [Employer hidden — sign up to reveal]'s delivery of humanitarian relief and aid work. You will be working closely with the Regional Desk Manager, the Programmes Officer as well as field teams and Partner Organisations to ensure consistent and uninterrupted service delivery.
Main Duties
- Support the Regional Desk Manager by:
- Providing a comprehensive administrative support service;
- Supporting the regional team in processing project funding applications and project completion reports in line with [Employer hidden — sign up to reveal] criteria and requirements;
- Maintaining project files and other records pertaining to charitable expenditure;
- Assisting with all feedback enquires from the regional donors, partner organisations and team members;
- Representing [Employer hidden — sign up to reveal] in a professional and appropriate manner at all times;
- Adhering to [Employer hidden — sign up to reveal]'s policies and procedures; and
- To fulfil other tasks and duties that are commensurate to this post
Person Specification
| Category | Criteria | Requirement |
|---|---|---|
| Qualifications | Hold a recognised Portfolio-programme-project management qualification or an undergraduate degree or equivalent | Desirable |
| Experience | Experience of working under pressure to multiple deadlines in a fast-paced environment | Essential |
| Experience | To have a flexible approach to work and be able to work as a team player | Essential |
| Experience | Experience of office administration | Desirable |
| Skills / Abilities | Good command of verbal and written English | Essential |
| Skills / Abilities | Strong grasp of Microsoft Office packages – especially Word and Excel | Essential |
| Skills / Abilities | Excellent organisational, interpersonal and communications skills | Essential |
| Skills / Abilities | Self-motivated, able to work on own initiative and trustworthy | Essential |
| Skills / Abilities | Willing and able to undertake a minimum of 3 international trips of at least 2 weeks each if required to do this. | Essential |
| Knowledge and understanding | Working knowledge of any of the following languages: Arabic, Turkish, Urdu, Bengali, East African languages | Desirable |
| Knowledge and understanding | Demonstrated knowledge and experience of the humanitarian and non-profit policy sector | Desirable |
| Other | Personal conduct and delivery of work should comply with the values and culture of [Employer hidden — sign up to reveal] | Essential |
| Other | The ability to occasionally adapt working hours to meet the requirements of the organisation. | Essential |
| Other | Hold a valid UK driving license and have full access to your own car. | Desirable |
What We Offer
This post is subject to a Disclosure and Barring Service (DBS) check. The closing date for applications is 1st June 2026, although the position may close sooner if the right candidate is found. To apply for this role, please email your CV and Covering Letter to [Employer hidden — sign up to reveal]. Please ensure that you address how you satisfy each of the criteria in the person specification in your covering letter. For more information or discussion about the role please contact: [contact hidden]