Salary: £31,076 plus benefits (Our pay philosophy ensures consistency across locations and salaries. The starting salary for this opportunity plus benefits depends on location of the candidate).

The role

We're recruiting for a Programme Delivery Officer to join our Programme Operations team and play a key role in supporting the delivery and evolution of Mary's Meals school feeding programme operations around the world.

Working closely with Programme Affiliates, Programme Partners and colleagues across Mary's Meals International, you'll help ensure that the systems, processes and information that underpin programme delivery are effective, consistent and fit for purpose. You'll support the implementation of operational tools and improvements, provide practical guidance to programme teams, and use data and insights to strengthen programme performance.

This is an exciting opportunity for someone who enjoys improving processes, working with data and collaborating with colleagues across different countries and cultures.

Key priorities:

Implement and improve programme delivery systems, tools and processes.
Guide Programme Affiliates and Partners on delivery standards and requirements.
Analyse data to identify trends, monitor compliance and inform decisions.
Help develop, test and roll out digital solutions that improve delivery.
Strengthen stock management, reporting and operational controls.
Support monitoring, analysis and performance reporting.
Coordinate responses to operational support requests worldwide.
Contribute to change projects that strengthen operations and support growth.

About you:

We're looking for a Programme Delivery Officer who combines strong analytical and organisational skills with a collaborative, solutions-focused approach and a genuine passion for our mission. You'll bring:

Experience in project, operational or programme delivery within a complex organisation.
Strong analytical skills, turning data into meaningful insights.
Strong Excel skills and confidence using digital systems.
Excellent communication and relationship-building skills across cultures.
Highly organised, detail-focused and able to balance priorities.
Proactive, adaptable and committed to continuous improvement.
A practical, solutions-focused approach to challenges.
Experience of process improvement, systems implementation or change is desirable.
A genuine commitment to Mary’s Meals’ mission and values.

About us:

Mary's Meals is a global movement supported by people from all walks of life and from all faiths and none. We are focused on one goal: that every child receives a nutritious daily meal in a place of education. Today, more than 3 million children receive Mary's Meals in some of the world's poorest communities.

We are a values-driven organisation that believes in the innate goodness of people, respects the dignity of every human being and family life, and values good stewardship of the resources entrusted to us. In line with our values, we are fully committed to a culture of safeguarding.

Mary's Meals is committed to preventing any form of unwanted behaviour at work, and we expect all members of the Mary's Meals family to share this commitment and act in the best interests of the communities we serve. Our safer recruitment practices ensure that only those committed to our high standards join our movement.

We are happy for you to work remotely and flexibly, in a way that best supports your work-life balance. We have an office in Glasgow for those who would like to work from here occasionally or on a regular basis. Some travel to Glasgow will likely be required as part of this role.

We believe in the innate goodness and dignity of every person. In line with this, Mary's Meals is an equal opportunity employer and is committed to creating an inclusive and welcoming environment. All applicants will be considered fairly and on merit, without discrimination of any kind.

Our Benefits:

34 days annual leave (pro-rated for part time working patterns) including bank holidays, increasing by 1 day each completed calendar year, to a maximum of 39 days (+ option to buy another week)
Flexible working
Employee Assistance Programme
Life assurance
Pension

How to apply:

To apply, click APPLY and submit your CV with a short note outlining why you're interested in the role and inspired to join Mary's Meals. If you have any questions about the role or would like to discuss any adjustments to our recruitment process, please email jobs.MMI@marysmeals.org.

Closing date for applications is Monday 28th September 2026

We reserve the right to close this vacancy early if we receive sufficient applications for the role. Therefore, if you are interested, please submit your application as early as possible.

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