Project Coordinator
Job Description
The Project Coordinator will under the leadership of the National Programmes Development Manager, provide leadership in planning, implementation, monitoring and evaluation of the NORAD Project across 5 districts in 4 regions of Ghana in line with the Vision, Mission, Values, brand, approved strategies policies and guidelines of the organization and national legislation. The role is essential in ensuring the successful delivery, monitoring, and alignment of the programme with national policies, while collaborating closely with local NGO partners and other SOS staff. The coordinator will ensure that programme activities are informed by data-driven insights, enabling effective decision-making and continuous improvement. This position is critical for managing programme resources, ensuring optimal performance, and guaranteeing that the programme’s objectives are achieved efficiently and in alignment with both local and national priorities.
Requirement(s)
The ideal candidate should Hold a first degree in Project management, Sociology, Economics or Community Development or related fields Have a minimum of five (5) years’ experience in Community and Child Development, Project management, Monitoring and Evaluation within a development context. Have good communication and report writing skills and be fluent in any of the local languages of the project communities. Possess a positive and professional approach. Be highly organized, have leadership ability, strong supervisory and time management skills with precision to meet deadlines. Possess strong coordination and team management ability. Have computer skills in Microsoft suite. Be a motivated self-starter with initiative, flexibility and enthusiasm Be a strategic thinker, combined with a practical “ can do’’ attitude Have excellent analytical skills with the ability to analyze issues within local and global contexts Possess an understanding of Results Based Management and demonstrate ability to write results-based progress reports Be knowledgeable in Child Rights and Child Safe Protection Practices
