Mary’s Meals International Seeks a Director of Programme Development: Global Remote Job | £64,226 Salary | Apply by 25 October 2026
Overview
Mary’s Meals International is seeking a Director of Programme Development to lead the strategic evolution of programmes across its global movement. The organisation runs school feeding programmes that deliver a daily meal to more than three million children in impoverished communities to support education and combat hunger. This full-time leadership position reports to the Chief Programmes Officer and requires international travel to programme countries. Candidates may work remotely with flexible working arrangements or choose to work occasionally or regularly from the office in Glasgow, Scotland, United Kingdom.
Who can apply
This opportunity is suited to professionals who have a strong background in international development, programme design, research, monitoring and evaluation, and organisational learning. Applicants must possess a genuine commitment to the mission and values of the organisation, which center on human dignity, family respect, resource stewardship, and safeguarding.
What you get
The position offers a salary benchmark of £64,226 plus benefits under the UK salary benchmark, with the final starting salary dependent on the candidate's location. Benefits include 34 days of annual leave including bank holidays, which increases by one day per completed calendar year up to 39 days, and the option to buy an additional week of leave. Additional offerings consist of flexible working arrangements, an Employee Assistance Programme, life assurance, pension arrangements based on location, and medical insurance specifically for candidates based in Kenya, Liberia, Malawi, and Zambia.
Requirements
Applicants need significant experience in international development and a proven record of shaping strategy, delivering organisational change at scale, and improving programme quality. Key experience areas include leading programme design in complex international settings, developing policies and strategies, overseeing research and impact measurement, and utilizing data to guide decisions. Candidates must also demonstrate experience in building multicultural teams, managing external stakeholder relationships across geographies, and understanding safeguarding principles. Because the role involves regulated work with children, the successful candidate is required to register with the Protected Vulnerable Group Scheme or a local equivalent before starting.
Key dates
Applications close on 25 October 2026, though the organisation may close the vacancy earlier if sufficient applications are received.