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Job Description

• The Project Finance Coordinator will be responsible for maintaining accurate financial records an bookkeeping for specific projects. 
• This role encompasses the timely recording of transactions, payments, expenses, and the processing of invoices. 
• The ideal candidate will ensure financialintegrity by managing project finances effectively, including following up on overdue payments and ensuring that all invoices and payments are accurately matched.

Key Responsibilities
Financial Record Keeping:

• Maintain up-to-date and accurate financial records for the project, ensuring that all documentation is organized and accessible.
• Record daily financial transactions, including payments, receipts, and expenses in the accounting system.

Invoice Management:

• Process and validate incoming invoices, ensuring compliance with project guidelines and approval processes.
• Maintain an organized filing system for all invoices and relevant financial documentation.

Payments and Follow-Ups:

• Execute timely payment processing for all approved invoices, adhering to project timelines.
• Follow up on overdue payments with clients, vendors, and stakeholders to ensure timely collection.

4Financial Reconciliation:

• Regularly reconcile project accounts to ensure that all financial records align and discrepancies are addressed promptly.
• Ensure that project invoices match the corresponding payments and maintain accurate records of any variances.

Reporting:

• Assist in the preparation of financial reports, contributing to budget monitoring and forecasting efforts.
• Provide regular updates on the financial status of the project to stakeholders and management.

Compliance and Internal Controls:

• Ensure compliance with financial policies, procedures, and accounting standards within the project framework.
• Assist in audits and follow up on any financial discrepancies or issues identified during auditing processes.

Collaboration and Communication: 

• Work closely with project managers, team members, and finance department to facilitate smooth financial operations. 
• Respond to inquiries related to project finances from team members and external stakeholders.

Continuous Improvement:

• Identify opportunities for improving financial processes and efficiencies in project financial  management.
• Participate in training and development opportunities to enhance financial management skills and knowledge.

Data Confidentiality: 

• Understanding data confidentiality principles is compulsory .Treat donor information gathered confidential and secure.

Safeguarding Policy: 

• Support in ensuring that all tasks are in compliance with the Safeguarding Policy Implementation in the Organization.

Qualifications

• Bachelor’s Degree in Finance, Accounting, Business Administration, or a related field.
• Proven experience in project finance, bookkeeping, or a similar role.
• Strong understanding of financial principles and practices.

Skills and Competencies:

• Excellent attention to detail and strong organizational skills.
• Proficient in financial software and MS Office Suite, particularly Excel.
• Strong analytical and problem-solving skills.
• Effective communication and interpersonal skills.

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Job Description

• The Technical Coordinator plays a crucial role in managing the technical aspects of projects as outlined in proposals. 
• This position involves supporting the development of work plans in relevant thematic areas and organizing various components of activities to foster collaboration and ensure efficient communication among team members and stakeholders. 
• The Technical Coordinator will also provide advisory services, ensuring compliance with approved plans while enhancing productivity and efficiency through innovative suggestions.

Key Responsibilities
Technical Coordination:

• Manage and oversee all technical aspects of projects, ensuring alignment with proposal objectives.
• Support the development of comprehensive work plans in relevant thematic areas, integrating input from team members and stakeholders.

Activity Organization:

• Organize project activities to facilitate collaboration and communication among team members and partners.
• Ensure that all components of the project are effectively coordinated, promoting synergy and reducing redundancy.

Advisory Functions:

• Provide expert information, advice, and recommendations to project teams and stakeholders on technical matters.
• Conduct assessments and analyses to determine the best course of action for project implementations.

Compliance and Reporting:

• Ensure all project activities comply with approved plans, methodologies, and guidelines.
• Prepare and maintain documentation for project processes, outcomes, and compliance requirements.

Productivity Enhancement:

• Identify opportunities for increasing productivity and efficiency in project activities.
• Propose and implement innovative solutions to enhance project deliverables and outcomes.

Stakeholder Engagement:

• Establish and maintain effective communication with project stakeholders to ensure clarity and alignment of goals.
• Facilitate stakeholder meetings and discussions to address challenges and gather feedback.

Monitoring and Evaluation: - Assist in developing monitoring and evaluation frameworks to track project progress and impact.

• Analyze data and provide insights to guide decision-making and improve project efficiency.

Capacity Building:

• Support capacity-building efforts for team members and stakeholders in relevant technical areas.
• Facilitate training sessions and workshops to enhance knowledge and skills within the team.

Data Confidentiality: 

• Understanding data confidentiality principles is compulsory. Treat donor information gathered confidential and secure.

Safeguarding Policy: 

• Support in ensuring that all tasks are in compliance with the Safeguarding Policy Implementation in the Organization.

Requirements
Qualifications: 

• Bachelor’s Degree in a relevant field (e.g., Engineering, Project Management, Environmental Science, etc.) (Master’s degree preferred).
• Proven experience in a technical coordination role within project management or relevant sectoral experience.
• Strong understanding of project work plans and compliance requirements.
• Excellent organizational skills and ability to manage multiple tasks effectively.
• Strong analytical and problem-solving abilities with a focus on innovative solutions.
• Effective communication and interpersonal skills to work collaboratively with diverse teams.

Skills and Competencies:

• Ability to provide strategic advice and recommendations effectively.
• Proficiency in project management tools and software.
• Strong leadership qualities and the ability to motivate and guide team members.
• Commitment to continuous improvement and capacity building.

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Job Description

• The Child Protection Officer will play a vital role in supporting the implementation of comprehensive Child Protection programs. 
• This position is focused on developing and executing a robust case management system, and organizing awareness-raising activities related to child protection issues. 
• The officer will also collaborate closely with project locations to ensure that all child protection teams are adequately trained and equipped to support project participants effectively.

Key Responsibilities
Implementation of Child Protection Programs:

• Support the planning, development, and execution of Child Protection programs in accordance with organizational standards and best practices.
• Contribute to the design and formulation of strategies that address child protection concerns within the project scope.

Case Management System:

• Design, implement, and maintain an efficient case management system tailored to the needs of child protection in project areas.
• Ensure that the case management process is child-centered, evidence-based, and compliant with legal and ethical standards.

Awareness and Education:

• Organize and coordinate awareness campaigns and training sessions on child protection issues for project participants, community members, and stakeholders.
• Develop educational materials and resources to promote understanding and awareness of child protection rights and issues.

Training and Capacity Building:

• Collaborate with project locations to assess training needs and develop training programs for child protection teams.
• Facilitate training sessions to strengthen the capacity of staff and volunteers involved in child protection activities.

Collaboration and Communication:

• Foster partnerships with local agencies, community organizations, and stakeholders to enhance the delivery of child protection initiatives.
• Maintain clear and consistent communication with all project teams to ensure alignment in child protection efforts.

Monitoring and Evaluation:

• Collect and analyze relevant data to monitor the effectiveness of child protection programs and case management systems. - Provide regular reports on program progress, challenges, and solutions to management and stakeholders.

Policy and Advocacy:

• Stay informed about national and international child protection laws, policies, and best practices.
• Advocate for child protection issues within communities and ensure that children’s rights are upheld.

Emergency Response:

• Assist in the development and implementation of child protection measures in emergency contexts if required.
• Ensure that emergency response plans consider the specific protection needs of children.

Data Confidentiality: 

• Understanding data confidentiality principles is compulsory. Treat donor information gathered confidential and secure.

Safeguarding Policy: 

• Support in ensuring that all tasks are in compliance with the Safeguarding Policy Implementation in the Organization.

Qualifications

• Bachelor’s Degree in Social Work, Child Development, Psychology, or a related field (Master’s degree preferred).
• Proven experience in child protection, social work, or related fields, preferably in a humanitarian or development context.
• Strong knowledge of child protection principles, frameworks, and legislation.

Skills and Competencies:

• Excellent communication and interpersonal skills, with the ability to build rapport with children,  families, and community members.
• Strong organizational skills and ability to manage multiple tasks in a fast-paced environment.
• Capacity for critical thinking, problem-solving, and decision-making in complex situations.
• Proficiency in data management and reporting tools.

The eligible candidate is required to possess the under listed skills in addition to role specific requirements:

• Understanding the NGO/INGO sector.
• Excellent understanding of children's rights and child protection issues.
• Awareness and basic understanding of issues affecting orphans & vulnerable children, such as the causes of vulnerability (e.g. HIV & AIDS, gender discrimination, poverty, etc.), local and national responses, etc.
• Excellent command of written and spoken English – other languages, an asset.
• Strong analytical and reporting skills, including ability to identify problems and possible solutions, and ability to clearly reflect these in a report.
• Good communication skills and People development skills, including facilitation, coaching and mentoring skills, to build the capacities of co-workers from partner organizations; as  well as of children and their care-givers, and other community members.
• Collaboration skills, being driven to work with others and able to build strong working relationships community members and groups.
• Fluent in at least one of the local languages spoken in the Programme’s target communities.
• Ability and willingness to travel as required within and between project/programme locations.
• Ability to work successfully in a cross-cultural, team-based environment.
• Strong use of MS Office Word, Excel and PowerPoint, Office 365.

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Job Description

• The Planning, Monitoring, Evaluation & Learning (PMEL) Coordinator will play a crucial role in enhancing the effectiveness of our programs through comprehensive planning, monitoring, evaluation, and learning strategies. 
• This position will involve setting up and coordinating PMEL  frameworks and processes, contributing to the overall strategic vision of the team, and ensuring  the quality and relevance of data collection, analysis, and reporting.

Key Responsibilities
PMEL Framework Development:

• Design and implement a comprehensive PMEL framework that aligns with organizational strategies and program objectives.
• Establish PMEL guidelines, standards, and tools to ensure consistency and quality across all project initiatives.

Data Collection and Analysis:

• Coordinate and support data collection processes, ensuring the use of appropriate methodologies and tools.
• Oversee the analysis and interpretation of data, ensuring that findings are accurately reported and inform decision-making.

Reporting:

• Prepare, consolidate, and ensure the timely submission of high-quality reports for internal stakeholders and external partners/donors.
• Ensure that reports clearly present findings, conclusions, and recommendations in a user friendly manner.

Evaluation and Studies:

• Plan and coordinate various evaluations, including baseline studies, mid-term evaluations, final evaluations, and surveys.
• Collaborate with project teams to integrate evaluation findings into program implementation and strategy.

Learning and Knowledge Management:

• Foster a culture of learning by promoting the use of data to drive program improvements.
• Develop and facilitate learning sessions, workshops, and training for staff on PMEL processes and methodologies.

Collaboration and Stakeholder Engagement:

• Work closely with program teams to ensure that PMEL practices are integrated into project design and execution. 
• Engage with external stakeholders, including partners and beneficiaries, to gather feedback and insights on program performance.

Capacity Building:

• Provide technical assistance and training to staff and partners to enhance their PMEL skills and knowledge.
• Assist in the development of capacity-building materials and resources related to PMEL.

Monitoring and Continuous Improvement:

• Monitor the implementation of PMEL activities, ensuring adherence to timelines and quality standards. 
• Identify challenges and opportunities for improvement in PMEL practices and contribute to the continuous enhancement of program effectiveness.

Data Confidentiality: 

• Understanding data confidentiality principles is compulsory. Treat donor  information gathered confidential and secure.

Safeguarding Policy: 

• Support in ensuring that all tasks are in compliance with the Safeguarding Policy Implementation in the Organization.

Qualifications

• Bachelor’s Degree in Social Sciences, Development Studies, Statistics, or a related field (Master’s degree preferred).
• Proven experience in planning, monitoring, evaluation, and learning, preferably in a humanitarian or development context.
• Strong understanding of research methods and data analysis techniques.

Skills and Competencies:

• Excellent analytical skills, with the ability to interpret and synthesize complex data.
• Strong written and verbal communication skills, including the ability to create clear and compelling reports.
• Proficiency in project management, with the ability to prioritize and manage multiple tasks effectively.
• Familiarity with relevant software for data analysis (e.g., SPSS, Stata, Excel) and reporting tools.

The eligible candidate is required to possess the under listed skills in addition to role specific requirements:

• Understanding the NGO/INGO sector.
• Excellent understanding of children's rights and child protection issues.
• Awareness and basic understanding of issues affecting orphans & vulnerable children, such as the causes of vulnerability (e.g. HIV & AIDS, gender discrimination, poverty, etc.), local and national responses, etc.
• Excellent command of written and spoken English – other languages, an asset.
• Strong analytical and reporting skills, including ability to identify problems and possible solutions, and ability to clearly reflect these in a report.
• Good communication skills and People development skills, including facilitation, coaching and mentoring skills, to build the capacities of co-workers from partner organizations; as  well as of children and their care-givers, and other community members.
• Collaboration skills, being driven to work with others and able to build strong working relationships community members and groups.
• Fluent in at least one of the local languages spoken in the Programme’s target communities.
• Ability and willingness to travel as required within and between project/programme locations.
• Ability to work successfully in a cross-cultural, team-based environment.
• Strong use of MS Office Word, Excel and PowerPoint, Office 365.