Project Coordinator (Programme Quality)

Job Description

Our Client, ActionAid Zambia has a vacancy for an experienced and suitably qualified Zambian to take up the position Project Coordinator (Programme Quality). The Project Coordinator (Programme Quality) will be responsible for leading and managing the effective planning, implementation and reporting of the project to achieve the defined project objectives in line with the approved Project Document.

Job Description

Guide project work to ensure alignment with development frameworks at international and national levels, Human Rights Based Approach (HRBA) and Feminist principles

Lead preparation of periodic reports (monthly, quarter, semi-annually and annually) and on projects as required ensuring quality and timeliness

Lead on the strategic development and management of the project to ensure that all the strategies are well aligned with the project goals and objectives.

Facilitate adequate support to the Project Accountability Team (PAT) ensuring that PAT provides oversight in accordance with their mandate

Lead on the strategic development and management of the project to ensure that all the strategies are well aligned with the project goals and objectives

Lead on the strategic development and management of the project to ensure that all the strategies are well aligned with the project goals and objectives

Lead on the strategic development and management of the project to ensure that all the strategies are well aligned with the project goals and objectives.

Facilitate the development and management of knowledge products (knowledge management) of the Project

Support the Monitoring, Evaluation and Learning (MEL) lead to strengthen data collection tools, templates, and assist in regular data collection or generation process.

Support the identification of MEL gaps for partners ensuring proper documentation and plans to address the identified gaps

Coordinate effectively with project partners, government, and other actors for successful implementation of activities of the project and strengthen a strong network for the realization of the project objectives

Facilitate capacity building to the implementing partners for enhancing skills and knowledge for effective delivery of the project

In collaboration with the MEL lead, facilitate the identification of partners’ capacity gaps and plan for capacity building interventions

Lead the identification, assessment, and strengthening of appropriate partnerships and the appropriate application of partnership principles, tools, and approaches

Undertake and support advocacy and campaign initiatives in line with the project objectives at national, regional, and global levels

Support partners in the implementation of community-based advocacy and campaign interventions

Support the Communications and Knowledge Management lead to design targeted campaign and advocacy messages linked to social accountability and governance

Provide technical support in the development of fundraising proposals as assigned.

Candidate Specification

Experience: 5 years plus

Education Level: Degree

Qualifications: A degree in development studies or other related Social Sciences from a recognised University

Knowledge Of: A fair understanding of the profile of the civil society sector in Zambia, Demonstrable experience in designing projects, writing reports, developing work plans, and working within influential coalitions and networks.

Skills To: A minimum of five (5) years’ experience in governance, democracy, or human rights programmes, Understanding of different donor requirements and ways of working.

Ability To: Demonstrate experience working with social movements, Women’s Rights and social accountability

Other Requirements: A master’s degree in social sciences is an added advantage.

Organisation

Industry: NGO

Culture: Dynamic

Gender Profile: Mixed

Age Profile: Any

Terms and Conditions

Employment: Contract

Location: Lusaka, Zambia

Remuneration: Negotiable