Apply: Plan International Project Coordinator

By Development Diaries
May 22, 2021

Deadline: 02 June, 2021

Location: Bauchi, Nigeria

Plan International is seeking to fill the role of Project Coordinator.

Plan International is an independent development and humanitarian organisation that advances children’s rights and equality for girls.

Responsibilities

Oversee the development, submission and implementation of the quarterly and annual workplans
Oversee the development, submission and updating of monthly, quarterly and other reports on the project
Lead implementation of social behaviour change communication component of the project, including development, printing and distribution of IEC materials and social media engagements
Lead on the setup and implementation of the adolescent peer educator programme
Ensure regular strategic engagements including facilitating coordination meetings to promote project visibility and sustainability and local ownership by stakeholders
Lead on regular PMF reviews to track progress and work with donor and other stakeholders to ensure delivery of quality results
Oversee programme quality in accordance with Plan International and donor policies and best practices
Build on existing and seek new synergies for advocacy at LGA level, technical working groups and others
Lead the development of knowledge management content from project processes, learnings and results
Ensure strong cooperation and coordination with gender equality and child safeguarding units to ensure all programming is sensitive to and, where possible, actively reduces protection risks amongst vulnerable population groups
Ensure community involvement in all phases of the project cycle
Liaise with relevant colleagues to assure programme quality and alignment to global, national and Plan International standards
Monitor and manage programme expenditure and budgets, ensuring resources are optimally utilised and spending is in line with Plan International financial procedures and donor requirements
Follow up and ensure that invoices and supporting files are accurate, consistent and submitted timely to donor and Plan International Nigeria country office
Lead in monthly financial review or expenditure against programme plan and implement revisions
Liaise with relevant colleagues, through coordinated planning, to ensure efficient and timely procurement and use of supplies necessary for the smooth running of the programme
Monitor and measure the progress of project activities and taking necessary action accordingly
Ensure programme delivery is in line with, and contributes to achievement of results in the approved performance management framework
Provide support to monitoring and evaluation team in conducting need assessment, data and information collection for current programmes and for the development of future proposal
Ensure effective networking and coordination with relevant stakeholders, such as government authorities, other NGOs, and relevant agencies operating in the health/SRH/menstrual hygiene management space in Bauchi State
Participate and represent in state partner forum and other forums
Support timely recruitment to fill vacant positions, and new staff recruited are inducted and trained as per the needs of the programme and the organisation
Nurture team spirit
Ensure regular review of project staff performance and timely feedback to address staff performance
Ensure all staff on the project are aware of and comply with Plan International Nigeria’s policies and procedures
Ensure all staff are provided with the necessary support and advice to carry out their duties
Ensure the project team carries out work in accordance with Plan International’s security standard operating procedures and the security management plan
Assist the security manager with security analysis through the sharing of important security information collected through field work
Participate in the revision of standard operating procedures and the security management plan, when necessary, and other security-related duties
Provide safety and security management for all staff on the field in respect to implementation activities according Plan International security standard operating procedures

Requirements

Five years, minimum, of experience in providing technical support to health especially SRHR and menstrual hygiene management projects in Nigeria, preferably in northern Nigeria
University degree in Medical Sciences or a related field
Advanced degree in International Development or a relevant health field will be a plus
Experience in utilising social behavioural communication and adolescent peer education methodologies will be a plus
History of productive involvement with local partners, including from government, traditional leadership, and civil society
Knowledge and background in community mobilisation and engagement on SRHR/MHM projects
Problem-solving skills, collaboration experience, creativity and willingness to innovate
Experience in drafting project reporting and monitoring project progress
Excellent written and spoken English skills
Knowledge of Hausa (desirable)

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