Programme Associate Placement 2026–2027
Jersey Overseas Aid & CAFOD
Interested in building a career in international development and humanitarian action? Jersey Overseas Aid (JOA) and CAFOD are offering an 18-month paid Programme Associate placement for Jersey residents. This unique opportunity provides hands-on experience with both a donor agency and an international NGO, in the UK and overseas. This is a challenging but highly supported programme, offering extensive mentoring, training and practical experience.
What’s on offer?
- Phase 1 (6 months, Jersey): Work with JOA’s small team in St Helier to learn how aid is programmed, funded, and monitored.
- Phase 2 (6 months, London): Join CAFOD’s UK team, gaining experience in areas such as programme design, advocacy, fundraising, and impact measurement.
- Phase 3 (6 months, overseas): After security training, support a CAFOD programme team working on a development or relief project for six months overseas.).
By the end of the scheme, you will have the skills and experience to launch a professional career in the humanitarian and development sector.
What we’re looking for
- A genuine commitment to a career in international development.
- A bachelor’s degree or equivalent professional experience.
- Strong written, verbal, and IT skills.
- The ability to work across cultures and manage a varied workload.
- Entitlement to live and work in Jersey.
- Experience in lower-income countries or relevant fields (e.g. project management, healthcare, education, advocacy) is desirable but not essential.
Salary & benefits
- £26,520 per annum plus London accommodation/travel allowance.
- 25 days annual leave, plus public holidays.
- Structured mentoring and professional development support.
How to apply
Send your CV and cover letter to enquiries@joa.je by 5pm (GMT) 01 November 2026, with the subject line JOA-CAFOD Programme Associate.
Shortlisted candidates may complete a short written exercise.
Interviews: week commencing 16 November 2026.
Placement start: early January 2027 (with flexibility for the right candidate).
We welcome applications from people with a wide range of backgrounds and experiences. If there is anything we can do to make the recruitment process more accessible for you, please let us know.
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