Plan International recruits 01 Area project coordinator

Plan International recruits 01 Area project coordinator

Plan International

Bissau, Guinea-Bissau

Humanitaire (ONG, Associations, …), Projet/programme de développement

AREA PROJECT COORDINATOR
Location: Bissau, BS, GW
Company: Plan International
The OrganisationPlan International is an independent development and humanitarian organisation that advances children’s rights and equality for girls.

We believe in the power and potential of every child. But this is often suppressed by poverty, violence, exclusion and discrimination. And it’s girls who are most affected.
Working together with children, young people, our supporters and partners, we strive for a just world, tackling the root causes of the challenges facing girls and all vulnerable children.
We support children’s rights from birth until they reach adulthood. And we enable children to prepare for – and respond to – crises and adversity. We drive changes in practice and policy at local, national and global levels using our reach, experience and knowledge.
We have been building powerful partnerships for children for over 80 years, and are now active in more than 70 countries.
TERMS OF REFERENCE
Plan International is one of the world’s largest advocacy organizations with extensive experience in policies and programs for the protection of women and girls. Plan International has been operating in Guinea-Bissau since 1995, advocating for children’s rights, especially for access to health, education and sanitation. Plan International Guinea Bissau is following its Country Strategic Plan, which covers the 5 years period 2018-2022. This strategic plan takes into consideration the Education, Health, WASH, Emergency Protection and Management programs, and with a focus on Gender issues in all programs. In accordance with its mission and values, Plan International does not tolerate any form of gender discrimination and abuse of children’s rights.
Job SummaryAs Area Project Coordinator, this will include managing, overseeing and reporting on key programmatic and technical aspects of the McGovern-Dole International School Feeding and Child Nutrition Program (MGD) project in accordance with USDA and Plan International policies and procedures, and guidelines to Project coordinator.  You will ensure also positive and effective relationships with all partners and government stakeholders.

DIMENSIONS OF ROLE:To assist the management project implementation and to ensure that all objectives are met within agreed timescales and budgets in close collaboration with regional education authorities in both Oio, Cacheu, Quinara, Bafata and Gabu regions.

Ensure program quality by issuing a systematic technical support to the operational and strategic level.
Major responsibilities and tasks:Area Project Coordinator  in their daily routine of running projects;
Overseeing and coordination project work, reporting project status;Function as an adjunct to the project coordinator, completing tasks as assigned;Perform important administrative functions for the project manager, which might include updating the project schedule and writing progress reports to the project team;Evaluate the progress of the project to ensure that the timeline is followed steadily and consistently;Liaise, as requested by the Project coordinator, with the partners;Chair and minute team meetings Communications and Working RelationshipsWorking contacts inside and outside the organization, include the purpose and level (high, medium, low) of the contact

Key Internal: Medium contact with CD, PIIAM, PSM Strategy,  MERL ManagerKey Internal: High contact with Project Manager, Technical Advisors, CRS MERL ManagerKey External: Medium contact Representatives of the Ministries of Education, USDA, UN Agencies, communities, etc.Supervisory Responsibilities: direct reports:
Frontline Staff Knowledge, Skills, Behaviours, and Experience Required to Achieve Role’s Objectives:
• Capacity to work under pressure

• Excellent written and oral communication, representation and influencing skills
• Very good relations management abilities. Ability to relate to people at all levels internally and externally. Strategic in how you approach each relationship.
Qualification and Experience
Graduation degree in Education Science, Social Science, Development Studies, Administration, Economy
At least five or more years of relevant management and technical experience, with experience in one of more of the following areas: early child literacy, WASH, school feeding/nutrition, and food securityResilient to coping with conflicting demands, able to prioritize duties and work under pressureAble to work to tight deadlinesExcellent written and verbal communication skillsAble to demonstrate initiative and a proactive approach to daily tasksExcellent interpersonal skills and able to work independently as well as part of an effective teamExcellent organizational skills, self-motivated and able to take responsibilityExperience in MS Office package (Excel, Word, PowerPoint, and Visio), web conferencing applicationsWorking knowledge of SAP system is desirableExperience in working in partnerships.
Preferred Qualifications• Recognized technical experience and qualifications in sector

• Demonstrated experience of successful management, including management of functions of complex, multi-activity projects.
PLAN INTERNATIONAL’S VALUES IN PRACTICE
We are open and accountablePromotes a culture of openness and transparency, including with sponsors and donors.
Holds self and others accountable to achieve the highest standards of integrity.Consistent and fair in the treatment of people.Open about mistakes and keen to learn from them.Accountable for ensuring we are a safe organisation for all children, girls & young people
We strive for lasting impactArticulates a clear purpose for staff and sets high expectations.
Creates a climate of continuous improvement, open to challenge and new ideas.Focuses resources to drive change and maximise long-term impact, responsive to changed priorities or crises.Evidence-based and evaluates effectiveness.
We work well togetherSeeks constructive outcomes, listens to others, willing to compromise when appropriate.
Builds constructive relationships across Plan International to support our shared goals.Develops trusting and ‘win-win’ relationships with funders, partners and communities.Engages and works well with others outside the organization to build a better world for girls and all children.
We are inclusive and empoweringSeeks constructive outcomes, listens to others, willing to compromise when appropriate.
Builds constructive relationships across Plan International to support our shared goals.Develops trusting and ‘win-win’ relationships with funders, partners and communities.Engages and works well with others outside the organization to build a better world for girls and all children.
Working environmentTypically office and field environment with 30% extensive travel in program areas and occasional international travel.

Type of Role:12 month fixed term contract. The salary is based on grade

Documents required for applicationApplication Letter
A Copy of diploma  or certificateCurriculum vitae updated with 3 references of former employer (name, telephone number and email)  or job mates,
Level of contact with children
The position will based at the Bafata Office/ Oio Office and level of contact with children is medium.
Disclaimer: This job description is not an exhaustive list of the skill, effort, duties, and responsibilities associated with the position.
Submission of applicationsThe application must be submitted via online platform.

Link to access the platform: https://jobs.plan-international.org/search/?createNewAlert=false&q=Bissau

 Until 04th of October 2020
The female candidates are highly encouraged.
Human Resources Department
Location: Oio, Cacheu, Quinara, Bafata e Gabu Region
Type of Contract: Local Contract
Closing Date:04th of October 2020
Early application is encouraged as we will review applications throughout the advertising period and reserve the right to close the advert early.
Plan International believes that in a world where children face so many threats of harm, it is our duty to ensure that we, as an organisation, do everything we can to keep children safe. This means that we have particular responsibilities to children that we come into contact with and we must not contribute in any way to harming or placing children at risk. 
A range of pre-employment checks will be undertaken in conformity with Plan International’s Safeguarding Children and Young People policy. Plan International also participates in the Inter Agency Misconduct Disclosure Scheme. In line with this scheme we will request information from applicants previous employers about any findings of sexual exploitation, sexual abuse and/or sexual harassment during employment, or incidents under investigation when the applicant left employment. By submitting an application, the job applicant confirms his/her understanding of these recruitment procedures.
Equality, diversity and inclusion is at the very heart of everything that Plan International stands for. Our organisation is based on a culture of inclusivity and we strive to create a workplace environment that ensures every team, in every office, in every country, is rich in diverse people, thoughts, and ideas.
We will provide equality of opportunity and will not tolerate discrimination on any grounds. We foster an organisational culture that embraces and exemplifies our commitment to gender equality, girls’ rights and inclusion while supporting staff to adopt good practice, positive attitudes and principles of gender equality and inclusion.
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