Project Coordinator at Advocacy for Resilience and Innovative Solutions for Youths, Women, and Children Empowerment (ARISE)

Summary

• ARISE is seeking a motivated and highly organized Project Coordinator to support the planning, coordination, implementation, monitoring, and reporting of projects across Borno and Yobe States.
• The role will ensure effective delivery of ARISE interventions in peacebuilding, youth and women empowerment, livelihoods, civic engagement, and community resilience in conflict-affected communities.
• The Project Coordinator will work closely with field teams, partners, and senior management to ensure projects are implemented efficiently, meet donor expectations, and achieve intended outcomes.

Key Responsibilities
Project Implementation & Coordination:

• Support the design, planning, and implementation of ARISE projects in line with organizational goals and donor requirements.
• Coordinate day-to-day project activities across Borno and Yobe field locations.
• Ensure timely execution of project work plans and alignment with set objectives and indicators.
• Liaise with Project Officers, Volunteers, and Consultants to ensure smooth implementation.

Monitoring, Evaluation & Reporting:

• Support the development and implementation of MEAL systems for tracking project progress.
• Collect, compile, and analyse project data for reporting and decision-making.
• Prepare timely and accurate narrative and activity reports for management and donors.
• Monitor field activities to ensure compliance with agreed standards and quality benchmarks.

Stakeholder Engagement & Coordination:

• Maintain effective communication with community stakeholders, local leaders, government actors, and partners.
• Support relationship-building efforts to strengthen collaboration and community ownership of projects.
• Represent ARISE at relevant community-level meetings and coordination forums when required.

Administration & Logistics Support:

• Support planning of project activities, trainings, workshops, and community engagements.
• Assist in managing project documentation, records, and knowledge materials.
• Ensure proper coordination of logistics and field support for smooth implementation.

Risk & Safeguarding Compliance:

• Identify implementation challenges and escalate risks appropriately.
• Ensure adherence to safeguarding, protection, and accountability policies.
• Support the integration of inclusion principles, especially for women, youth, IDPs, and persons with disabilities.