London, United Kingdom – June 2026 — King’s Trust International has announced a new vacancy for an International Programmes Manager, a permanent full-time role focused on strengthening youth development programmes across Africa, with an initial emphasis on Nigeria.

The position forms part of the organisation’s global mission to support young people in building pathways to employment, education, and enterprise through partnerships with governments, NGOs, employers, and civil society organisations.

Strengthening Youth Development Programmes Across Africa

The King’s Trust International works globally to design and support programmes that help young people “learn, earn, and thrive” through structured skills development and employment-focused initiatives.

The newly advertised International Programmes Manager role will focus on supporting the delivery and expansion of programmes across Africa, ensuring that local partners are equipped to implement safe, high-quality, and impactful interventions.

The initial geographic focus of the role will be Nigeria, with responsibilities expected to expand across other partner countries depending on programme needs.

Programme Leadership and Partner Support

The International Programmes Manager will work closely with a wide range of stakeholders, including governments, non-governmental organisations, private sector partners, and employers.

Key responsibilities include:

Supporting the design and implementation of youth development programmes
Building and maintaining relationships with implementing partners
Providing training, toolkits, and technical guidance to programme teams
Developing monitoring and evaluation frameworks
Supporting budgeting, reporting, and programme performance tracking

The role also involves acting as a “critical friend” to partners, ensuring programmes meet agreed standards while supporting continuous improvement and accountability.

Focus on Youth Employment and Opportunity

The position aligns with King’s Trust International’s broader mission to reduce youth unemployment by improving access to education, skills training, and enterprise opportunities.

Programmes supported by the organisation typically focus on helping young people transition into sustainable livelihoods through structured learning, employability training, and entrepreneurship support.

The International Programmes Manager will play a key role in ensuring these initiatives are effectively delivered and adapted to local contexts across Africa.

Global Role with Regional Travel

The role is based in London, with a flexible working arrangement that includes hybrid office attendance. The position also involves significant international travel, with approximately 30% of time expected to be spent abroad depending on programme requirements.

This reflects the organisation’s global operational model, which relies on close collaboration between headquarters staff and in-country implementing partners.

Candidate Profile and Experience Requirements

Applicants are expected to bring experience in programme management, international development, or related fields involving youth, education, or employment-focused initiatives.

The ideal candidate will demonstrate:

Experience working with multi-country or international programmes
Strong stakeholder management and partnership-building skills
Knowledge of monitoring, evaluation, and learning frameworks
Ability to design tools, training resources, and programme support materials
Experience working with NGOs, governments, or development organisations

The organisation encourages applications from individuals with diverse professional backgrounds and lived experiences.

Commitment to Inclusion and Safeguarding

King’s Trust International emphasises its commitment to safeguarding children and young people across all programmes. The recruitment process includes background checks in line with safeguarding policies and international standards.

The organisation also highlights its commitment to diversity, equity, and inclusion, with a focus on improving representation of underrepresented groups within its workforce.

Applicants are encouraged from all backgrounds, including those from Black, Asian, Mixed, and other ethnic communities, as well as candidates with disabilities.

Benefits and Working Conditions

The International Programmes Manager role offers a competitive employment package, including:

30 days annual leave plus public holidays
Enhanced family leave provisions
Hybrid and flexible working arrangements
Pension contributions
Life assurance coverage
Access to wellbeing and employee assistance programmes
Training and professional development opportunities

These benefits reflect the organisation’s focus on employee wellbeing and long-term professional growth.

Application Timeline

Applications for the role are currently open, with a closing date of 12 July 2026. Interviews are scheduled for the week commencing 20 July 2026.

The organisation has encouraged candidates who are motivated by youth empowerment and international development to apply.

Advancing Global Youth Opportunity

The International Programmes Manager role reflects King’s Trust International’s continued expansion of youth development initiatives across Africa and other regions.

By strengthening partnerships and improving programme delivery, the organisation aims to expand access to skills development and employment opportunities for young people, particularly in emerging and underserved markets.

The 2026 recruitment drive highlights the organisation’s ongoing commitment to building sustainable pathways for youth employment and economic participation worldwide.

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