Shelter Program Manager
Shelter Program Manager
Location: , Venezuela, Bolivarian Republic of
Job ID: 17713
Date Posted: Aug 31, 2026
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What do we believe?
Demonstrate Biblical Integrity
At Samaritan's Purse, the Gospel is the center of all we do! We start each day with a time of devotions and prayer for each other, our staff, and volunteers who serve around the world. As a faith-driven organization, our Statement of Faith shapes every aspect of our global work.
Please take time to review the following link as you consider working with us: https://www.samaritanspurse.org/our-ministry/statement-of-faith/
What is the opportunity?
Respond with Compassionate Action
We are seeking a Shelter Program Manager to join our Transitional Shelter team in Venezuela. Through humanitarian work, the goal and purpose of Samaritan's Purse are to help people in Jesus' name and share the Gospel of Jesus Christ.
In the role of Shelter Program Manager, you will have the opportunity to:
Maintain a personal, active relationship with Jesus Christ and is a consistent witness for Jesus Christ.
Plan, direct, and oversee the shelter program within budget and project deadlines, ensuring that all program goals are met through proper planning, staffing, and implementation.
Recruit, supervise, train, and appraise performance for program staff. Organize, direct, and manage their work.
Ensure program activities comply with Samaritan's Purse policies, standards, and regulations.
Manage budget within approved spending levels and ensure accurate and timely financial reports to management.
Submit timely, accurate, and professional program reports that meet Samaritan's Purse standards and requirements.
Coordinate with relevant external stakeholders, including government authorities, other humanitarian actors, community representatives, beneficiaries, contractors, and Samaritan's Purse partners to ensure proper understanding and coordination of project objectives and achievements.
Coordinate with internal sectoral leads and supporting departments for effective program implementation including WASH, protection, finance, procurement, logistics, security, Human Resources, and International Headquarters support and regional teams.
Make regular visits to project field sites, providing staff support, addressing programmatic challenges, and exploring future program possibilities.
Other duties as assigned
What are the qualifications?
Serve with Excellence
As a qualified candidate, you will have the following skills and experience:
Bachelor's degree (B. A.) or equivalent; two (2) or more years related experience and/or training; or equivalent combination of education and experience.
Engineering degree preferred.
Experience with international construction management is preferred.
Previous disaster response experience is required.
Twelve credit hours of college-level Biblical studies are strongly preferred.
What are the benefits?
Walk in Bold Faith
Samaritan's Purse is proud to offer a competitive benefits package, including:
International medical, prescription, dental and vision insurance
Paid Family Medical Leave
Retirement savings plan
Paid holidays
12 vacation/personal days
10 sick days
When at IHQ, on-site Medical Clinic (staff and dependents)
Type: Full-time
Department: Projects
Location: Venezuela
Language Requirement: English
Travel: 30 days/year of domestic/international travel
Accompaniment: Unaccompanied