Senior Programme Manager – Private Sector

Hiring Organization / Company Name: CoST, the Infrastructure Transparency Initiative

Location: Remote (Regional / Global)
Application Deadline: 23 February 2026

About the Organization
CoST, the Infrastructure Transparency Initiative, is a UK-registered charity working with governments, civil society, and the private sector to strengthen transparency, accountability, and participation in infrastructure investment. CoST supports reforms that improve integrity and performance across the infrastructure sector and collaborates with global partners to drive sustainable change.

Job Summary
CoST is recruiting a highly motivated Senior Programme Manager to lead a newly funded programme designed to mobilize the private sector in improving integrity and performance within the infrastructure sector. This role offers a unique opportunity to shape CoST’s private sector engagement strategy while delivering a high-profile programme supported by the US Department of State. The position is cross-cutting, strategic, and operational, requiring strong leadership, stakeholder engagement, and programme management skills in a fast-paced, evolving environment.

Key Responsibilities

• Lead the development and delivery of the Infrastructure Anti-Corruption Toolbox (IACT), a web-based resource supporting companies to manage corruption risks in infrastructure projects
• Coordinate the rollout and implementation of IACT across Latin America, South-East Asia, and Africa in collaboration with regional leadership
• Strengthen and expand CoST’s engagement with private sector stakeholders, including global engineering, construction, and investor associations
• Serve as the primary liaison with the US Department of State, reporting on programme progress, results, and outcomes
• Contribute to shaping CoST’s long-term private sector strategy and future initiatives
• Support business development activities by providing private sector insights for grant proposals, commercial bids, and strategic partnerships
• Ensure strong stakeholder engagement, effective communication, and consistent representation of CoST’s brand and values

Required Qualifications and Experience

• Significant experience managing complex, multi-stakeholder programmes or projects
• Demonstrated experience engaging with and influencing private sector actors, preferably on integrity, governance, or anti-corruption issues
• Strong understanding of infrastructure, procurement, governance, finance, or related sectors
• Proven ability to operate effectively in dynamic, non-linear programme environments
• Excellent written and verbal communication skills, with the ability to report to senior donors and partners

Skills and Competencies

• Strategic programme leadership and coordination
• Strong organizational, planning, and problem-solving skills
• Ability to work proactively and independently in a remote setting
• Stakeholder engagement and relationship management
• Professional communication and representation of organizational values

Benefits and Salary

• Fixed-term contract of 12 months with potential for extension
• Full-time equivalent of 36.25 hours per week (Monday to Friday)
• Salary: To be confirmed
• Remote working arrangement with in-person team meetings in London approximately 2–3 times per year

How to Apply
Applicants should submit a CV (maximum 2 pages) and a one-page cover letter outlining motivation for the role, experience engaging the private sector on integrity or anti-corruption issues, and experience managing complex projects. Applications must also include the names of two referees. Shortlisted applications may be shared with the US Department of State.

🔗 Apply Here: CoST.Recruitment@InfrastructureTransparency.org

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