Location
London, UK (UK-based role with remote work possible during deployments)

Hours
Full Time

Salary
Not specified

About the Role
Plan International UK seeks an Emergency Response Manager for a fixed term until May 2027 (maternity cover). This role focuses on supporting humanitarian projects and managing emergency appeals. You will collaborate closely with Plan International Regional teams and Country Offices to support Start Network projects and Disasters Emergency Committee appeal-funded interventions, ensuring programme relevance, technical quality, and accountability. You will oversee the management of humanitarian appeals and the Girls Emergency Fund, working with Regional teams and the Major Partnerships Unit to drive Plan UK's Scale Up Humanitarian Strategic Action Plan.

The role involves leading emergency proposal development, supporting the end-to-end business development process, and providing technical input into proposals, reports, and donor engagements. You will monitor humanitarian contexts and emerging risks, act as the focal point for Plan International’s Global Regional Humanitarian Leads, and be ready to surge where deployments are requested (remotely or in-country) to support Country Office humanitarian response programmes. You will also represent Plan UK at external meetings and conferences, positioning Plan as a credible actor within emergency responses.

This is a UK-based role with the ability to work remotely during deployments. Travel up to 30% of working time is required, potentially at short notice.

Experience
Significant professional experience in emergency response, humanitarian work, or international development, including operating in challenging, stressful, or high-risk environments. Proven track record of successfully securing and overseeing Start Network and DEC programmes. Strong understanding of donor compliance requirements and solid knowledge of humanitarian standards and international legal and policy frameworks.

About you
Highly organised with the ability to manage a varied workload to tight deadlines. Skilled at working collaboratively across diverse teams and cultural contexts. Willingness and ability to travel up to 30% of working time, potentially at short notice. Commitment to safeguarding and protecting children, young people, and adults. Alignment with Plan International UK’s values and passion for humanitarian work.

Qualifications
Not explicitly specified, but significant relevant professional experience is essential. Appointment is subject to vetting checks including a Basic Disclosure and Barring (DBS) check.