Background (Action Against Hunger)
Action Against Hunger (AAH) is a global humanitarian organization committed to ending world hunger. Founded in 1979 by a group of French intellectuals, scientists, and doctors in response to the crisis in Afghanistan, the organization focuses on combating malnutrition, providing access to clean water, food security, and emergency response in conflict and disaster-affected regions.
Background (G.A.C)
As G.A.C , we specialize in connecting talented professionals with impactful opportunities worldwide, offering free access to a carefully curated selection of roles across all levels, from entry positions to senior leadership. Our platform keeps you informed about the latest openings in development, advocacy, and emergency response, helping you navigate the nonprofit sector with ease. Whether you’re looking to make a difference locally or globally, we provide the tools and resources to advance your career while creating meaningful change.
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Job Duties
- Project Development & Requirements Analysis
- Define project scope, objectives, and technical feasibility in collaboration with stakeholders.
- Gather client requirements through interviews, workshops, and system documentation reviews.
- Analyze business needs for system enhancements, integrations, and new solutions.
- Conduct in-depth evaluations to produce clear, actionable system requirements.
- Identify opportunities for technology-driven efficiency improvements.
- Secure stakeholder sign-off on requirements at each project phase.
- Project Implementation & Management
- Create and distribute detailed project plans, ensuring alignment with timelines and deliverables.
- Monitor resource allocation and availability to maintain project momentum.
- Implement change management strategies to address scope, schedule, and budget adjustments.
- Maintain strong relationships with internal teams and external vendors.
- Ensure project deliverables meet specifications with comprehensive documentation.
- Provide leadership in prioritizing tasks and driving project success.
- Develop technical solutions that support organizational goals in communications and engagement.
- Facilitate stakeholder meetings, providing regular updates on progress, risks, and performance.
- NHF (Intranet Management – SharePoint Focus)
- Collaborate with users across HQ and field offices to align platform design with organizational needs.
- Design, update, and migrate content while developing new functionalities.
- Define system architecture, security permissions, and integration protocols.
- Troubleshoot complex issues with creative, platform-compliant solutions.
- Customize workflows, forms, and CSS designs to enhance usability.
- Translate requirements into functional specifications and support configuration efforts.
- Advise on strategic platform improvements and best practices.
- Oversee application development, maintenance, and technical support.
- Lead feature deployment from discovery to testing and implementation.
- Partner with cross-functional teams to deliver impactful tools and content.
- Research and integrate innovative approaches to maximize platform value.
- Coordinate with HQ teams on system transitions and upgrades.
- Programs Information Management System
- Partner with stakeholders to deploy and maintain system platforms effectively.
- Offer technical guidance on risks, opportunities, and operational efficiencies.
- Liaise with vendors and engineers to ensure system alignment with organizational needs.
- Facilitate integration between current and future systems.
- Support governance framework development and implementation.
III. Additional Responsibilities
- Contribute to IT strategy, budgeting, and process improvements.
- Develop IT project management tools (manuals, governance protocols, procedures).
- Provide backup support for NY office network/systems as needed.
- Prepare and share detailed work plans.
IV. Supervisory Responsibilities
- No permanent staff oversight.
V. Fiscal Responsibility
- N/A
VI. Physical Demands
- Prolonged sitting, focused work under deadlines, and high-volume typing in a moderately noisy office.
- Field travel requires physical fitness for demanding conditions (long walks, limited diets, basic accommodations).
- Reasonable accommodations provided for disabilities.
VII. Working Conditions & Travel
- Standard five-day workweek with occasional weekends/evenings for mission-critical needs.
- Domestic and international travel, including high-risk field locations with potential exposure to extreme weather, infectious diseases, and austere living conditions.
VIII. Gender Equality & Safeguarding Commitments
- Promote gender-inclusive access to information and opportunities.
- Ensure a safe, respectful workplace free from harassment, abuse, or discrimination.
- Uphold zero tolerance for exploitation, particularly of children and beneficiaries.
- Respect all individuals regardless of gender, orientation, disability, religion, or background.
Do You Meet the Requirements?
IX. Required Qualifications
- Office 365/SharePoint certification or equivalent experience.
- 5–7 years of relevant IT experience.
- Power BI proficiency.
- Cybersecurity and data security knowledge.
- Bachelor’s degree in Computer Science, Engineering, or related field.
X. Required Skills & Experience
- Proven IT project management expertise.
- Hands-on software development and web tech/SharePoint experience.
- Strong stakeholder communication and interpersonal skills.
- Exceptional organizational abilities (detail orientation, multitasking).
- Preferred: Prior experience with ACF ISP project management.
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About Action Against Hunger
Action Against Hunger (AAH) is a leading international humanitarian organization dedicated to ending hunger worldwide. Founded in 1979 in France, AAH provides life-saving assistance in over 50 countries, addressing malnutrition, food insecurity, and water scarcity through emergency response and sustainable development programs. The organization specializes in treating acute malnutrition, improving access to clean water and sanitation, supporting food security, and advocating for policies to combat hunger’s root causes.
With a network of 8,000+ staff, AAH reaches millions annually, particularly in conflict and disaster-affected regions. Recognized for its innovation—such as promoting Ready-to-Use Therapeutic Food (RUTF)—AAH remains at the forefront of the global fight against hunger, blending immediate aid with long-term solutions.
Why choose us
With over 40 years of expertise in combating hunger and malnutrition, Action Against Hunger delivers life-saving solutions with proven impact. We combine emergency response with long-term sustainable programs, ensuring communities not only survive but thrive. Our innovative approaches, like pioneering Ready-to-Use Therapeutic Food (RUTF), set global standards in malnutrition treatment.
Transparency and efficiency guide our work—over 90% of funds directly support programs, maximizing every donation. From war zones to climate disasters, we work in the world’s toughest environments, reaching 25 million people annually. When you support us, you join a movement that saves lives, empowers communities, and fights hunger at its roots.** Choose Action Against Hunger—because no one should go hungry.
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