Senior Manager Strategy, Planning and Global Health Programmes

Michael Page is recruiting a Senior Manager for Strategy, Planning and Global Health Programmes in Geneva. This interim role focuses on coordinating complex initiatives within a global matrix environment.

Reporting directly to the Head of Strategy & Planning, this position serves as a central hub for driving the coordination and delivery of high-impact projects. The role demands strong strategic thinking and programme management capabilities to navigate a complex, global matrix structure while maintaining high visibility across the organization.

Responsibilities

• Translate strategic goals into actionable plans and ensure cross-departmental alignment.
• Serve as the primary liaison between internal teams, external partners, and country-level stakeholders.
• Design and manage implementation schedules to guarantee timely project execution.
• Manage planning cycles, including performance monitoring and reporting structures.
• Track progress against key objectives, identifying potential risks and defining mitigation strategies.
• Assist with budgeting, forecasting, and broader organizational planning activities.
• Cultivate and maintain strong relationships with both internal and external partners.
• Facilitate collaboration across functions within a complex international setting.
• Create and refine guidelines, tools, and processes to enhance programme delivery.
• Identify opportunities to increase efficiency, consistency, and overall impact.
• Promote structured working methods across various teams.

Requirements

• 8 to 12 years of professional experience in strategy, programme management, or consulting.
• Demonstrated success in managing intricate, multi-stakeholder initiatives.
• Proven ability to engage effectively with senior leadership and key stakeholders.
• Strong analytical, structuring, and problem-solving capabilities.
• Advanced degree in economics, international development, business, or a related discipline.
• Ability to work autonomously and remain structured in fast-paced, evolving environments.
• Excellent communication and influencing skills.
• Fluent proficiency in English.

Nice to have

• Experience working within international organizations, development sectors, or public institutions.
• Background in management consulting or organizational transformation roles.
• Proficiency in French.

What the company offers

• A strategic position within a globally recognized international organization.
• High visibility and extensive cross-functional collaboration opportunities.
• Chance to contribute to large-scale, impactful programmes.
• A 5-year contract based in Geneva.