Project Coordinator, Kulea Watoto job at International Rescue Committee (IRC)

JOB DETAILS:
The IRC is in the final year of a 3-year, 10 m USD project “Kulea Watoto,” or “Nurturing Care” funded by the Conrad N. Hilton Foundation, which aims to improve access to quality early childhood care and development for children aged 5 and under through a two generational approach, reaching both young children and their adult caregivers through improved livelihoods opportunities. The project has been running for 2 years and is planned to end in September 2025, pending further planning and discussions. It is being implemented across three districts of Uganda, specifically Kyegegwa, Kampala and Yumbe districts in partnership with four local organizations, of which one is responsible for the research component.

The IRC is seeking a Project Coordinator to continue to lead and provide oversight of the project. They will be responsible for pushing forward all agreed project deliverables with the Hilton Foundation and ensuring effective close out and/or transition of the project. They will work in collaboration with all project and partner staff, including the IRC Uganda’s field coordinators, technical coordinators for economic recovery and development (ERD) and education, and IRC ERD and early childhood development (ECD) technical unit staff based in IRC headquarters. The role is based in Kampala with frequent travel to the project sites.

Specific responsibilities:
• Directly oversee implementation of the Kulea Watoto project in the selected districts in line with the project wide results framework, budget and work plan, including local consortium partners.
• Lead the IRC project and partner staff in developing, managing and implementing key project management tools, such as workplans, spending plans, procurement plans, etc. to track progress and ensure accurate and timely reporting.

• Manage and oversee the IRC project budget, track expenditure and maintain accurate projections.

• Monitor all IRC project activities implemented through IRC and partners to ensure timely, quality implementation.
• Work closely with the project MEAL Manager for timely collection and analysis of project data and the regular collection and sharing of project evidence and learning.

• Lead the project team by creating and maintaining a work environment that promotes teamwork, trust, mutual respect, and empowers IRC and partner staff to take responsibility.

• Ensure that project communications are timely, relevant and accurate, including regular status updates.
• Serve as the main liaison with the HQ technical unit focal points, ensuring that they provide technical insight and support to project activities and objectives.
• Oversee consortium project management, acting as the program focal point with the consortium partners to ensure that they are on track with their deliverables, targets and spending.

• Liaise with other IRC related project focal points to ensure that synergies and complementarities are incorporated in the Kulea Watoto project.
• Coordinate with the International Philanthropy & Partnerships Senior Officer to ensure that all feedback and requests for information from the Hilton Foundation are timely addressed.

• Represent the program with the donor, the Ministry of Education and Sport (MoES) and other important stakeholders to ensure high visibility of the project and its achievements.

• Assist with proactive business development in order to secure funding for extension or follow on of the project.

Education
• Minimum of a bachelor’s degree in international relations/development, project/business management, social sciences or related field.
• Master’s degree in a relevant field is an added advantage.

Experience
• At least 5 years of professional experience in a similar role in a humanitarian or development NGO. Experience in Uganda and Education and/or Livelihoods programming preferred.
• Experience in project managing large-scale, cross-functional, multi-location projects, including overseeing teams across different locations.
• Experience with training and staff capacity building.
• Experience managing and supporting partners.
• Experience representing programs to donors or clients.

Functional knowledge, skills and ability:
• Demonstrated creativity, ability to apply innovative thinking and problem-solving skills.
• Excellent analytical, presentation, communication and representation skills.
• Fluency in English (written and spoken) is essential, with demonstrated exceptionally strong writing and presentation skills.
• Ability to work well under administrative and programmatic pressures.
• Flexible to adapt to changing requirements.
• Ability to make difficult decisions, as necessary, to ensure that the project is on track and focused.
• Strong commitment to the IRC’s mission, purpose and values.
• Must be able to work independently while being a team player.
• Strong cross-cultural communication skills and eager to work as part of a diverse team. Sensitive to interpersonal differences and a range of viewpoints.
• Exceptional advance planning and organizational skills. Able to effectively prioritize and follow multiple activities and deadlines simultaneously.
• High ethical standards and integrity.
• Willingness to travel up to 40% of the time.

Work Hours: 8

Experience in Months: 60

Level of Education: Bachelor Degree

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