Project Coordinator

Job Description

"Mission: Leaders International for Economic Development

Hours: Full-time (40 hours per week)

Reporting to: Project Manager

Contract: 1 year with the possibility of extension

Starting Date: May 1st, 2023

About Leaders International:

Leaders International is an international network of local organizations that plans, manages, and monitors innovation and economic development interventions in the region. Through its offices in Brussels, Amman, and Ramallah, Leaders International provides complete project-management services with a focus on private-sector development, enterprise development, job creation, entrepreneurship, D4D, economic policy dialogue, and tourism value chain development. 

Job Summary

The project Coordinator (PC) working for Leaders International for Economic Development is a full-time position based in Jordan. The PC should ensure the successful implementation of Leaders’ projects, through successful timely delivery of all activities, and coordination between the donor and other relevant partners. The PC will ensure quality monitoring of results and indicators. Additionally, the PC will manage the project staff, and oversee the coordination between the different partners and the donor. The PC will report directly to the Programs Director.

Tasks and Responsibilities:

Under the supervision of the Private Sector Development Manager, the Project Coordinator must be responsible to performing the following tasks:

–        Assist in project planning, coordination, and meetings with partner organization and donor as necessary

–        Preparation of detailed and effective project action plan for project activities

–        Ensure all project activities are implemented in a timely manner and according to donor’s rules and regulations

–        Create and implement detailed work plans needed to successfully complete the project

–        Conduct periodical field visits to verify project activities are implemented according to contractual targets

–        Ensure that all subordinates have clearly defined objectives and understand their responsibilities

–        Establish result-based work planning and follow up system

–        Lead the development of communication and visibility materials for the program

–        Ensure that all donor branding and visibility requirements are fulfilled

–        Assist in managing the portfolios of beneficiaries as assigned by the department manager in terms of planning, implementation, monitoring and evaluation

–        Backstop logistical functions in the department operations.

–        Assist in organizing and managing department related events, workshops and seminars in coordination with related components and stakeholders.

–        Act as a liaison between the department and its beneficiaries.

–        Provide technical support to the organization team members as needed.

Reporting functions:

Write project’s reports for the donor in accordance with their guidelines and in a timely manner
Prepare technical and financial report for management to review, and ensure all partners reports are compiled and submitted on time
Ensure monitoring of all ongoing programs and activities, and full supervisory role over partners deliverables
Monitor all project progress against the action-plan and budget, and ensure necessary adjustments are made when needed

Qualifications

Bachelor degree in business administration or any relevant field.  Preferably in International Business or related topics
Requires a minimum of 5 years relevant experience in the NGO sector.

–        Proven record of success and mastering project management cycle and donor communication

–        Accomplished level in key competencies; delivering results, networking and influencing and cooperation Rights-based approach and participatory approach 

Provide necessary technical and methodological supports for need assessment and take a leading role in project development

Skills and Abilities

Strong communication, interpersonal and organizational skills
Good interpersonal skills, able to deal diplomatically and flexibly with a range of different people
Good written and verbal communication skills in both English and Arabic

If your application is successful, you will be contacted to take a written test, attend an interview, and provide references (if needed).

Our recruitment procedures are based on a policy of equal opportunity that respects social and cultural differences, avoids discrimination of any kind, and encourages the creation of an inclusive work environment.
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