Country: Cameroon
Closing date: 25 Nov 2019
INTERNATIONAL PLANNED PARENTHOOD FEDERATION
The European Union (EU) - funded project will be implemented in Cameroon, Chad, Sudan and Mali. The project’s aims to contribute to the protection of Sexual and Reproductive Health and Rights (SRHR) of Women and Girls, specifically refugees, internally displaced persons (IDPs) and returnees living in forgotten crisis settings.
The Project Coordinator will manage all technical and financial aspects of this project, while liaising with IPPFAR partners and key stakeholders of the project including implication on Women and Girls, specifically refugees (Cameroon, Chad and Sudan); IDPs (Mali, Sudan) and returnees (Chad) host communities, as well as national and local authorities and structures responsible for supporting refugees/IDPs/returnees.
KEY TASKS
• Manage the project following recommended EU and IPPF ARO Project cycle phases, including planning, implementation, monitoring, evaluation and reporting
• Lead the development and support the implementation of countries plan of action including processes and tools adapted to advocacy and communication
• Support the development and implementation of the overall monitoring and evaluation plan including the operational research
• Coordinate project steering committee meetings and effectively represent IPPF ARO in project working groups and planning meetings
• Support the overall technical assistance strategy for CSO’s capacity strengthening
• Support the project to build strategic partnerships with thematic agencies and clusters working in the project communities, including with Media and Private Partners
• Ensure proper documentation and promotion of the project good practice at national regional and international levels
• Coordinate communication between all partners and with the donor.
• Collaborate with the accounting team for the development, implementation and tracking of IPPF ARO and partner/CSO budgets, cashflow plans, and development of variance reports
• Develop and implement with the support of the accounting team, co-funding and pre-financing strategies for IPPF ARO and partners, and implement resource mobilization activities to fill financial gaps
EDUCATION & QUALIFICATIONS
Master’s Degree in Gender and Development Studies, Social Sciences, Project Management or other related areas.
PROFESSIONAL EXPERIENCE
• Minimum of 5 years professional experience in the field of SRHR, gender and /or Humanitarian, 7 years relevant work experience with a Bachelor’s degree.
• Knowledge in SRHR needs and challenges in humanitarian post crisis settings is desirable.
• knowledgeable in policies and practices in Africa about Sexual and Reproductive health and Rights and Women’s rights preferred
• Good understanding of national, regional and continental government structures and multi-lateral institutions in Africa
• Experience in working with several donors
• Experience in effective management of budgets in line with donor requirements
• Strong experience in grants and compliance management, especially with EU rules and regulations
• Strong project cycle management experience including monitoring.
Competitive remuneration will be negotiated with the successful candidate.
We regret only shortlisted candidates will be acknowledged.
“Applications are particularly encouraged from candidates openly living with HIV.”
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How to apply:
Interested persons are requested to submit a CV including three referees and cover letter indicating educational background, experience, skills and why you think you are the best candidate for the position to: hroffice@ippfaro.org
IPPF is an equal opportunity employer. Closing date 25th November 2019
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