JOB OPENING: Project Coordinator Food Security and Livelihoods and WASH
POSITION OPEN FOR: South Sudanese Nationals
DESIRED START DATE: 1 March 2017
DUTY STATION: Wau, Western Bahr el Ghazal
CLOSING DATE: 21 February 2017
DURATION: 10 months
Dorcas is a Christian relief and development organization which operates from the Netherlands through different field offices within Eastern Europe and Africa. Dorcas is committed to fulfil the command of Jesus Christ to care for and empower the poor and the oppressed. Dorcas accomplishes this by promoting self-reliance through Development, the provision of social care and assisting in emergency situations.
Dorcas is looking for an English-speaking employee for the position of Project Coordinator to be based in Wau (Western Bahr el Ghazal) with frequent travel to and prolonged stay at Aweil North (Northern Bahr el Ghazal). In this position the employee will be responsible for coordination, monitoring, execution and reporting of the South Sudan Joint Response phase III project, funded by the Ministry of Foreign Affairs of the Netherlands that will start on 1 March 2017. The 10 month project aims at improving the Food Security and Livelihoods and WASH situation in Wau and Aweil North. The Project Coordinator is accountable to the Program Manager/Country Director.
Key roles and responsibilities
• Project implementation
o Implement project according to the project documents;
o Ensure that the project is implemented according to the set budget.
• Project monitoring
o Signal issues that need improvement and take action accordingly;
o Maintain all project data and make available all project information to present the reports to the donor, possibly with the assistance M&E-officer.
• Reporting
o Ensure accurate and timely reporting of activities and expenses in line with donor requirements, and delivery of information as requested;
o Submission of quality written and verbal reports to the line manager on a regular basis.
• Communication and coordination
o Develop and maintain transparent and honest communication and relationships with local authorities, civil society organizations and (I)NGOs, especially other SSJR3 partners;
o Participate in selecting project staff and build team spirit among them;
o Close coordination and frequent communication with the Project Manager/Country Director.
o Maintain good (working) relationships with colleagues
• Perform any other duty as required and requested
Required knowledge and experience
• Minimum BSc level qualification, preferably in community development/development studies/management/business administration or any related field.
• Minimum 2 years post-qualification professional experience in a relevant field, preferably Food Security & Livelihoods and/or WASH.
• Project management skills, including minimum 2 years management experience.
• Experience with implementation of MoFA NL funded projects is an advantage.
• Work experience (especially in management functions) in South Sudan is an advantage.
Required skills
• Reflect the vision and values of Dorcas with team members, local staff, beneficiaries, external contacts;
• Strong working knowledge of English, spoken and written. Working knowledge of Arabic and Dinka are advantages;
• Team-player with good interpersonal skills;
• Good planning and organizational skills;
• Training and coaching skills;
• Able to set priorities and work with deadlines.
What we offer
• Challenging working environment with scope for professional and personal development;
• Being part of a dedicated, motivated and intercultural team;
• Dorcas offers a gender sensitive work environment;
• A salary according to scale 9 (947 – 1136 USD), depending on the qualification and experience of the candidate. No additional benefits apply.
How to apply
Please submit your application (including CV and contact details of 3 references) at Dorcas office (Sikka Haddid, Wau) or send your application to [email protected]. Please indicate clearly the fact that you are applying for the above mentioned position by mentioning the position in the subject and in your cover letter.
Note: we value your applications, however, only shortlisted candidates will be contacted.