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Field Program Coordinator (Liberia)

Liberia

  • Organization: IDLO - International Development Law Organization
  • Location: Liberia
  • Grade: Mid level - Level 4 - Core Competency
  • Occupational Groups:
    • Project and Programme Management
  • Closing Date: Closed

Organizational Context

The Department of Programs is the central management and coordinating function for program delivery and capacity development.  It is responsible for the implementation of IDLO’s global program portfolio for field and non-field locations in line with organizational strategy.

Under the direct supervision of the Country Manager, the Program Coordinator supports implementation of programs. The Program Coordinator is responsible for overall program cycle support including, formulation, implementation, financial and quality compliance. The Program Coordinator interacts with internal as well as external functions.

Summary of Functions

1. Support day to day program implementation and ensure project consistency with project design and delivery and with IDLO processes and procedures;

2. Monitor Program activities to ensure compliance with contracts and procedures and that program cycle quality controls are in place.

3. Contribute to Program Development

Key results expected

1. Support day to day program implementation, including: work planning, budget management, monitoring, and reporting, and ensure that all project phases are consistent with the project design and delivery schedule and in accordance with IDLO processes and procedures.

  • Manage the coordination of work and information under the supervision of the Country Manager.
  • Support development of implementation plans by means of standardized program cycle management tools, logic models and frameworks, work plans, and others;
  • Under the Country Manager’s guidance, monitor daily program implementation issues, including revisions to project design and work plans; make recommendations for timely and optimal course corrections;
  • Draft, collate and provide input for the finalization of internal and external reports, in collaboration with the field office; ensuring these highlight the value and impact the program/activity brings; 
  • Collaborate and communicate regularly with the Finance and Administration Manager to build accurate financial forecasts, identifying in advance areas of over- or under-spending, and flagging any urgent budgetary issues to the supervisor/budget holder;
  • Under the supervision of the Country Manager, support in the timely identification and screening of program consultants/contractors and processing of contracts.

2. Monitor Program activities to ensure compliance with contracts and procedures and that program cycle quality controls are in place.

  • Ensure internal procedures and guidelines are observed, recommending corrective action and consulting to the appropriate department any potential compliance issues Monitor compliance with program contracts and subcontracts;
  • Ensure program deliverables meet quality standards and proactively seek input from relevant substantive internal experts;
  • Conduct research on legal, political, social, and economic events, trends, and/or developments relating to the program; respond to internal and external requests for such research.

3. Contribute to Program Development.

  • Generate ideas and develop concept notes/proposals for projects and program activities that are aligned to Regional/Country program priorities;
  • In coordination with the supervisor, periodically develop proposals or concept notes, aimed at innovatively expanding IDLO’s program portfolio;
  • Collaborate with country program team and local partners ensuring that perspectives and expectations are shared in the design of the project and to gather support in its implementation; 

Knowledge, Skills and Abilities

  • Familiarity with standard program and data management methodologies, tools, and processes as well as results based management and monitoring and evaluation principles;
  • Excellent written and verbal communication skills.
  • Good knowledge of Microsoft Word, Excel and PowerPoint. Proficient use of other ICT software and internet software. 
  • Works well with others and actively participates. Shares information, contributes, encourages and motivates others to become involved in team activities. Provides constructive feedback and willingly helps others. Contributes to a fair environment that fosters collaboration and cooperation.  
  • Proven ability to see through tasks set and deliver results. 
  • Ability to work under pressure with tight deadlines, flexibility and an entrepreneurial spirit.
  • Ability and willingness to travel to the region, if necessary.
  • Keen sense of ethics, integrity, and commitment to IDLO’s mandate. 

Education

  • Advanced university degree in international development, law, public administration, business administration, public policy or other relevant social sciences.

Experience

  • 4 - 6 years of relevant professional experience ideally within an international organization.
  • Professional experience in capacity development and Rule of Law Programming would be an asset;

Language Requirements

  • Fluency in English is required 

TERMS AND COMPENSATION

The annual basic salary level for this locally recruited position is in the range of USD 36,000 to a level commensurate with qualifications and experience, plus additional admissible benefits in accordance with IDLO rules and regulations.

This local position is open to candidates who are nationals of the duty station, or with permanent resident status or other legal authorization permitting to work in the duty station. An employee subject to local recruitment shall not be eligible for the allowances or benefits exclusively applicable to International employees.

DISCLAIMER

The above statements are intended to describe the general nature and level of the work being performed by the Intern assigned to this work. This is not an exhaustive list of all duties and responsibilities.

The Director-General of IDLO reserves the right to amend and change responsibilities or even to cancel the recruitment to meet business and organizational needs as necessary.  Kindly note that only short-listed candidates will be contacted.

 

 

 

 

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