Location: FCT, Abuja
Reports to: Chief Executive Officer
Contract length: 3 years
Remuneration: Negotiable and competitive within the sector.
Main Role:
Under the guidance of the Chief Executive Officer and other partner organizations, the Program Coordinator will will oversee the day-to-day management and coordination of the project. This role involves ensuring the successful implementation of project activities, fostering partnerships and inclusion.
Key Responsibilities
Program Planning and Coordination
Develop detailed work plans and ensure project activities are executed on time and within budget.
Coordinate and supervise field activities to ensure alignment with project goals and objectives.
Ensure the meaningful participation of persons with disabilities in project planning, implementation, and evaluation.
Stakeholder Engagement
Build and maintain partnerships with government agencies, NGOs, community-based organizations, and advocacy groups.
Facilitate collaboration between stakeholders to promote disability rights and inclusion in development policies and programs.
Represent the project in meetings, workshops, and conferences.
Organize and deliver training sessions, workshops, and awareness campaigns for stakeholders on disability rights and inclusive practices.
Develop tools and resources to support capacity-building efforts.
Monitoring and Reporting
Work closely with the Monitoring and Evaluation Officer to track program progress and ensure the achievement of key performance indicators.
Prepare and submit regular progress reports, including narratives and financial updates, to management and donors.
Identify challenges, risks, and opportunities, and propose strategies for improvement.
Advocacy and Awareness
Support the implementation of advocacy strategies to influence policies and practices promoting disability rights.
Organize events, campaigns, and community outreach activities to raise awareness about disability inclusion.
Manage program resources effectively, ensuring adherence to organizational and donor guidelines.
Educational qualifications:
Bachelor’s/Master’s Degree Social Work, Political Science, Gender and Development, or related field.
At least 7 years of experience in project planning, supervisory, capacity building, advocacy and implementation in national/international NGOs/EU bodies/Government.
Prior working experience within national and or international organizations and experience of working with donor-funded projects is an added advantage.
Proven ability to work effectively with diverse stakeholders, including government agencies, NGOs, and community groups.
Experience with donor-funded projects and compliance requirements.
Core skills
Experience working in rural communities.
Excellent organizational and project management skills.
Strong leadership and interpersonal skills, with the ability to work collaboratively.
Effective communication and negotiation skills.
Proficiency in using project management
Work Environment:
Traditional Office hours of 9 am – 5 pm on weekdays
Ability to travel to project sites and stakeholder meetings as required.
Note
Only shortlisted candidates will be contacted to advance to the next stage of the selection process
Qualified women and Locals / residents of these locations are encouraged to apply
The applicant must reside Abuja.
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