JOB TITLE: Project Coordinator- FSD
REPORTS TO: Programme Manager
REPORTING TO POSTHOLDER: Woreda-based community development officers
LOCATION: Bale Robe
DURATION & HOURS: one year with a probation period of 90 days with a probability of extension based on availably of funds
MONTHLY BASE SALARY: GBP 1,099 (One thousand Ninety-Nine Pound Sterling)
PURPOSE OF THE ROLE |
The project coordinator (PC), will work closely with the Programme Manager (PM) based in Farm Africa Addis Ababa Country Office, and be responsible for leading and coordinating the overall project implementation in Bale at target woredas supporting project management, planning, implementation, playing a leading role in coordination with field implementation of all partners, assisting the PM in internal and external project reporting, financial management, partner engagement, and monitoring and evaluation of the project activities, outputs and impacts. Responsibilities involve ensuring that the field-level project activities of all partner organisations are integrated effectively and all relevant stakeholders at all levels are fully engaged. The project coordinator will also closely work with the FSD programme team to harmonize and for the efficient and effective resource utilization of the field office.
KEY TASKS AND RESPONSIBILITIES |
Key areas of responsibility are:
1. Successfully manage the implementation of the project activities in accordance with agreed objectives, work plans and budgets
a. Planning:
b. Project delivery, implementation and internal reporting:
c. Financial management and governance:
d. Monitoring and evaluation of the project’s outcomes and impact
2. Line manage the project staff
3. Internal and external stakeholder management, local government, as well as donor
4. Play an active role as a member of the Farm Africa team
These essential functions are not to be interpreted as a complete statement of all duties performed. Employees will be required to perform other job-related duties as required. All work responsibilities are subject to having performance goals and/or targets established.
PERSON SPECIFICATION | |
Essential | Desirable |
Education, qualifications & other knowledge | |
MSc qualification or equivalent in forestry, NRM, rural development, Dryland management, or other relevant field. | Training, experience or skills in Project Cycle Management is a positive add to the qualification required |
Practical work experience in NRM, climate smart Agriculture, Integrated rural development, Livelihoods, Food security, Marketing development. | Practical experience in an environment similar to Bale |
Good understanding and firm belief in gender equality and issues in rural communities | Demonstrated professional and personal attitude towards gender equality |
Experience | |
A minimum of 10 years of progressive and relevant experience as project manager evidencing knowledge and understanding of project designing, planning, implementation, monitoring, review and reporting. |
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Experience in developing, implementing and reviewing participatory planning, monitoring and evaluation processes. Demonstrated ability to incorporate results of these activities into project design and implementation. |
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Proven ability to work in effective communication, team culture, relationship, trust, respect and positive thinking with staffs, partners and community members. |
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Demonstrated independent and proactive attitude towards project management |
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Experience in financial management, including the ability to develop, read and manage budgets; and rapidly spot potential issues and solutions |
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Demonstrated leadership, line management and team building experience - including appraisal and managing under-performance. | Experience in leading teams in problem solving |
Proven experience in stimulating successful delivery of the project by all team members as well as staff development, creating open and collaborative team environments that encourages the contributions of the whole team | Experience in combining coaching with effective and insightful feedback on strengths, development areas and ways to grow |
Proven experience and ability in co-ordination, management and negotiation within implementing partners and other stakeholders (government and donors) |
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Ability to build strong relationships with stakeholders based on trust, collaboration, demonstrated commitment and impact, deploying a wide range of influencing techniques as required |
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Excellent network and excellent relationship with government partners |
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At least four years relevant experience in Finance role with similar responsibilities in an NGO or private enterprise | Previous INGO work experience in rural areas |
Skills & abilities | |
Excellent written and oral communication and presentation skills with the ability to work with both Government and Private Sector stakeholders |
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Excellent record of writing including briefs, project reports, communication and dissemination materials |
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Fluent written and spoken Amharic and English | Other local languages is a plus |
Ability and willingness to travel widely and frequently to rural areas. |
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Good knowledge of Windows including Outlook, Excel, and Power Point |
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Our Values
Investing in smallholder farming is the number one way to combat poverty in rural Africa. Farm Africa is a leading NGO specialising in growing agriculture, protecting the environment and developing businesses in rural Africa.
EXPERT: Expertise and insightful evidence-based solutions are at the heart of everything Farm Africa does.
GROUNDED: Our teams and partners work closely with local communities, engaging them in every level of decision-making.
IMPACTFUL: We deliver long lasting change for farmers, their families, and the environments they live in.
BOLD: We model innovative approaches and are not afraid to challenge strategies that are failing.