Context :
Are you aiming to work for an organization where it is worthwhile investing your personality, your skills and your time? Are you looking for a job that is exciting and has clear goals? Welcome to Welthungerhilfe!
We are one of the largest and most respected private organisations for development cooperation and humanitarian aid in Germany. As a politically and confessionally independent organisation, our value-oriented actions are always based on ethical principles. Our vision is clear: “Zero Hunger by 2030” – If you want to become part of this joint mission and support us in the fight against hunger worldwide, we look forward to receiving your application as : Consortium Project Coordinator* in Bujumbura.
The position is to be filled as soon as possible, with an initial contract duration of one year. There are good prospects for an extension. Employment location will be Bujumbura, Burundi.
As Consortium Project Coordinator you will be responsible for the coordination, planning and implementation of a project which is part of a vast European Commission funded programme and aims at enhancing the resilience of the most vulnerable population groups in Burundi. In doing so, Welthungerhilfe leads the consortium of 3 international NGOs, also including Concern Worldwide-CWW and International Rescue Committee – IRC. The project focuses on Food Security/Rural Development, Nutrition, and Social Cohesion. The project shall be carried out in accordance with Welthungerhilfe standards and the directives/provisions of the cofinancer (EU).
Your responsibilities :
- Safeguard and promote the vision, mission and interests of consortia partners vis-à-vis external stakeholders ;
- Ensure the visibility of the consortium among humanitarian, donor and government actors throughout the project and effectively manage coordination with other actors (UN, NGOs) involved in a similar project sector ;
- Effectively manage partnerships between the different consortium members to ensure smooth collaboration ;
- Convene and chair regular meetings (e.g. monthly, quarterly) of the consortium steering committee to discuss the programme and financial issues, circulate minutes and follow up on issues ;
- Oversee and evaluate the work of the consortium and local implementing partners, ensuring that technical quality and standards are met during the implementation of the project ;
- Regularly monitor work plans, identify and report any delays efficiently and on time ;
- Monitor progress, liquidity rates and ensure project completion on time ;
- Conduct regular field visits to validate progress reports, identify problems and difficulties to be reported at consortium team management meetings, and provide recommendations for their resolution ;
- Ensure that project progress is effectively monitored through regular data collection, analysis of indicators and activities and informed by reliable and verified sources ;
- Advise Consortium Project Managers to adapt project implementation to monitoring and evaluation results ;
- Coordinate and set up a reporting and capitalization system in collaboration with the consortium partners.
Your profile :
- A university or polytechnic degree in International Relations, Humanitarian Aid, Rural Development, Nutrition or a related field ;
- A minimum of five years of professional experience in multi-actor project management with 5 years experience in a similar position in a developing country ;
- Sound knowledge of EuropeAid regulations and policies ;
- Detail oriented, organized and able to manage competing urgent requests and priorities ;
- Ability to work in a team and cope in a multicultural working environment ;
- Excellent spoken and written French and a high-level of English language skills are mandatory.
Our offer :
We offer you the opportunity to work in a responsible and interesting field as part of an extremely dedicated team. Welthungerhilfe attaches great importance to the personal and professional development of its employees and the balance of their work and private life. Remuneration is based on our gender-independent salary scale. In addition, Welthungerhilfe offers numerous other benefits, which are listed under “Our benefits”.