KEY RESPONSIBILITIES:
Communication and Collaboration:
Facilitate regular communication between all Project partners, including project leads, technical staff, and administrative teams.
Organize and manage Project meetings, ensuring clear agendas, productive discussions, and timely circulation of minutes.
Foster a collaborative environment where all partners feel comfortable sharing information, raising concerns, and working together effectively.
Act as a central point of contact for all Project-related communication.
Project Management:
Oversee the overall implementation of the project, ensuring activities are delivered as per the
agreed-upon work plan and timeline.
Monitor progress against project objectives, budget, and donor requirements.
Identify and address any challenges or obstacles that may arise during project implementation.
Coordinate resource allocation (financial, human, logistical) on the Project to ensure efficient project execution.
Reporting and Documentation:
Develop and maintain a comprehensive project management system for tracking progress,
recording data, and documenting activities.
Compile and consolidate regular progress reports from each staff, ensuring high quality and adherence to donor reporting guidelines.
Prepare and submit timely final reports to the donor and other relevant stakeholders.
Maintain a central repository for all project documents and ensure proper archiving procedures.
Oversee risk management and mitigation strategies for the Project.
Support the development and implementation of project monitoring and evaluation (M&E) frameworks
Financial Management
Coordinate financial reporting and ensure compliance with donor financial regulations.
Representation and External Relations:
Represent the Project in meetings with donors, government agencies, and other external stakeholders.
Advocate for the Project’s interests and ensure project visibility among relevant actors.
Build and maintain positive relationships with donors and other stakeholders to secure continued support for the project.
Represent GSF in meetings with donors and other relevant agencies/partners at the State level, giving adequate feedback to the organization, beneficiaries, and donor members.
Qualifications
A Master’s degree or a Bachelor’s degree in International Development, Project Management,
Public Administration, or a related social science field (preferred).
Minimum 4 years of experience in project coordination, preferably within the NGO sector.
Proven experience working on complex projects funded by international donors
Strong understanding of Project management principles and experience working in a collaborative environment.
Excellent communication and interpersonal skills, with the ability to build rapport and manage relationships with diverse stakeholders.
Demonstrated ability to manage projects effectively, including planning, budgeting, monitoring, and evaluation.
Strong analytical and problem-solving skills.
Excellent organizational skills with a keen attention to detail.
Proficiency in project management software, communication tools, and donor reporting platforms.
Interested and qualified candidates should forward their CV to: recruitment@gsf.org.ng using the position as subject of email.
Apply via :
recruitment@gsf.org.ng
