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About the RoleWe are seeking a passionate and experienced Senior Program Officer to join a leading international initiative driving social sustainability across the textiles and manufacturing sector. This role is focused on promoting Responsible Purchasing Practices (RPP), with key areas including Living Wages, Occupational Health & Safety (OHS), Gender Equity, and Decent Work.The Senior Program Officer will play a critical role in supporting program delivery and stakeholder collaboration in India and Vietnam. This is an opportunity to work on cutting-edge initiatives shaping the future of ethical supply chains, better jobs, and sustainable industry practices.Key Responsibilities1. Program Design & CoordinationSupport the planning and execution of programs promoting responsible purchasing practices in collaboration with suppliers, brands, unions, and government stakeholders.Facilitate multi-stakeholder engagements to enhance collective impact and program outcomes.Ensure alignment with international standards, regulatory requirements, and strategic sustainability goals.Contribute to Monitoring, Evaluation, and Learning (MEL) by tracking program progress and capturing lessons learned.2. Contract & Budget OversightDraft, review, and manage partnership contracts in accordance with procurement and financial policies.Monitor project budgets and ensure efficient use of resources for activities related to Living Wages and OHS.Support the development of co-funding proposals and strategic partnerships with brands and financial institutions.3. Operational ManagementCoordinate activities across project locations to ensure timely, high-quality deliverables.Manage partner relationships, work plans, risk identification, and reporting processes.Drive operational efficiency and problem-solving throughout program execution.4. Technical Support & Capacity BuildingContribute to the creation of tools, training materials, and guidance documents to strengthen stakeholder capabilities and implementation.Key ChallengesNavigating a dynamic stakeholder landscape and aligning diverse interests.Balancing multiple workstreams in a fast-paced, evolving environment.Responding to shifting priorities with agility and strategic thinking.Success IndicatorsHigh-quality, timely documentation and reporting.Strong, collaborative stakeholder relationships.Efficient, well-planned program execution.Measurable impact in advancing responsible purchasing and social sustainability goals.What Were Looking ForA Bachelor's degree in Textiles, Apparel, Sustainability, Industrial Relations, Social Sciences, or related fields.Minimum of 5 years of relevant experience in the private sector, ideally within the TAF industry.Strong grasp of sectoral dynamics, including wage-setting, supply chain sourcing, and OHS standards.Proven ability to engage with multi-sector stakeholders and manage complex projects.Working knowledge of project budgeting, monitoring & evaluation, and Microsoft Office Suite.A proactive, practical, and efficient team player who thrives on collaboration and problem-solving.Preferred ExperienceExposure to sustainability initiatives within the textile and apparel ecosystem.Experience in building the business case for ethical supply chain practices.Familiarity with global social compliance frameworks.