National Project Coordinator (NPC) at Africa Youth Growth Foundation

Position Overview

• The National Project Coordinator at Africa Youth Growth Foundation will play a pivotal role in coordinating, monitoring, and evaluating all projects undertaken by the organization both the national and state offices.
• This individual will be responsible for ensuring the successful implementation of projects, meeting project goals and objectives, and ensuring compliance with donor requirements, Organization operations and standards.
• The National Project Coordinator will also serve as a technical advisor, providing expertise and guidance to project teams and other stakeholders to enhance project effectiveness and impact.

Responsibilities

Project Planning and Implementation:

• Lead the development of project plans, timelines, and budgets in collaboration with project teams and relevant stakeholders.
• Ensure the timely and efficient implementation of projects, adhering to project milestones and deliverables in both the nationals and state offices.

Monitoring and Evaluation:

• Establish robust monitoring and evaluation mechanisms to track project progress and outcomes effectively.
• Conduct regular project monitoring visits, collect data, and analyze results to identify areas for improvement and impact assessment.

Technical Guidance and Support:

• Serve as a technical expert and advisor to project teams, providing guidance on best practices, methodologies, and innovative approaches.
• Support project teams in overcoming challenges and ensuring the quality and relevance of project interventions.

Stakeholder Engagement:

• Build and maintain effective relationships with project partners, donors, government agencies, and other relevant stakeholders.
• Coordinate and facilitate regular meetings with stakeholders to provide updates on project progress and discuss collaboration opportunities.

Reporting and Documentation:

• Prepare and submit comprehensive and timely project reports to donors, management, and other stakeholders.
• Ensure accurate and up-to-date project documentation, including project files, databases, and records.

Capacity Building:

• Identify capacity-building needs of project staff and partners and design training initiatives to enhance their skills and knowledge.

Budget Management:

• Monitor project budgets, review financial reports, and ensure financial resources are utilized efficiently and transparently.

Risk Management:

• Identify project risks and develop risk mitigation strategies to minimize potential negative impacts on project outcomes.

Resource Management:

• Optimize the allocation and utilization of resources (financial, human, and material) across projects. Identify resource gaps and collaborate with relevant stakeholders to address them effectively.

Reporting line:

• The incumbent will report directly to the Executive Director and will supervise the project delivery team.

Qualifications

• Bachelor's or Master's Degree in a relevant field (e.g., Development Studies, International Relations, Social Sciences).
• Proven experience (at least 10 years) in Project Coordination and Management, preferably within the non-profit sector or development organizations.
• Strong understanding of project management principles, methodologies, and tools.
• Proposal/grant writing and resource mobilization, he/she must have knowledge of donors and partners in the development sector
• Excellent organizational, planning, and problem-solving skills.
• Demonstrated experience in monitoring and evaluation, including data collection and analysis.
• Technical expertise in one or more areas related to AYGF's project focus (Education, Migration, Public Health, Livelihood and Climate Change and Environment)
• Strong leadership and team management skills with the ability to motivate and support project teams.
• Excellent communication and interpersonal skills to effectively engage with stakeholders.
• Proven ability to work independently, handle multiple tasks, and meet deadlines.
• Strong organizational and project management skills, with the ability to multitask and meet deadlines.
• Knowledge of issues related to youth development, education, and sustainable development in Africa is desirable.