Jobs open at JAGO NARI for Project Coordinator 

JAGO NARI is a non-government development organization in the central coastal region of Bangladesh.

Vacancy: 01

Vacancy Type: Contractual

Role: Project Coordinator

Job Responsibilities:

• The Project Coordinator (PC) will 100% of her/his time to this project.
• Work closely with the IRC Country team, technical and project team, and Solution Partner
• Provide contextual and operational input on the identified solution.
• Support in planning the implementation research of the identified solution.
• Test the identified solution and identify areas for improvement/change/adaptation.
• Support the adaptation of the solution.
• Co-develop evaluation tools, procedures, monitoring tools, and processes based on co-developed implementation research questions.
• Monthly evaluation data submission, including key indicators on access, learning, retention (learners), and attendance.    
• Learner outreaches and enrollment
• Teacher Recruitment and teacher training support.
• Implement the adapted solution with regular, ongoing meetings with IRC and solution Partner staff,
• Conduct pilot evaluation and planning scale-up plan.
• He or She is responsible for preparing a detailed implementation plan reviewing the overall project plan, budget, and targets under the technical guidance of IRC.
• Ensure supportive supervision of the team to achieve the project objectives.
• Estimate budget forecasts and monitor expenditure and fund utilization for necessary adjustments.
• Support the MEAL Officer, Technical Officer, and another field team to prepare a micro plan (monthly and quarterly) for Upazila and unions.
• Ensure project implementation in compliance with JAGO NARI policies, procedures, and strategies.
• Prepare fund requests and liquidation documents to submit to the IRC Bangladesh in a timely.
• Monitor and control the budget for implementing the activities as per project budget planning.
• Organize advocacy, coordination, and sharing meetings with district and upazila administration and other stakeholders as per project requirements.
• Review progress against the plan on monthly basis and take appropriate corrective action (as needed).
• Conduct 30% of field visits of working hours with staff according to their work plan and provide constructive feedback (if needed). Share field findings with JAGO NARI management for their support and guidance.
• Develop and ensure appropriate tools and strategies to monitor the progress and impact of the project.
• Data collection, analysis, and preparation of reports for JAGO NARI and IRC.
• Facilitate joint monitoring visits of JAGO NARI high officials, technical partners, and donors.
• Ensure the financial and human resources are used properly by implementing and maintaining proper authentic documents as per the expectation of donors and Govt. of Bangladesh.
• Conduct field visits as per need, and keep proper documentation to make visible the project outcomes.
• Play a lead role in developing an annual plan, periodic report, documentation of learning, case study, and relevant documents as per organizational and donor requirements.
• Plan, implement, and monitor the budget and take proactive measures to keep the burn rate at an expected level.
• Identify strengths and weaknesses of the inputs and take necessary corrective measures.
• Support the project team in carrying out designated works.
• Coordinate with the accounts department to ensure the smooth operation of the project.
• Authorize the purchase and advance requisition of the project.
• Arrange training programs and meetings with management committees, other partner NGOs, and different other stakeholders, including LGI, government officials, etc.
• Coordinate with the visitor, evaluation, and/or audit teams.
• Take any necessary steps with the consent of the JAGO NARI authority and the Donors in cases of emergency needs of the project.
• The project manager is responsible for the smooth operation of the project by ensuring proper monitoring and supervision.
• The project manager is also responsible for conducting other works assigned by the Program Coordinator/Program Director and Chief Executive.

Requirements:

• Minimum 3 - 4 years of professional experience in an NGO/INGO in an education program with a particular focus on early childhood development, Education, skills development, and decent work.
• Master in any discipline with related experience; a master’s in education is preferable.
• Sound knowledge of school students’ issues, Early Childhood development issues.

• Strong English writing skills are preferable for the position.
• Field movement is required 75%.

 Additional Requirements:

• Age at most 45 years should be relaxed for experienced candidates.
• The applicants should have experience in the following area(s): Monitoring, Project Manager/ Project Coordinator/ Officer, Research, Supervision
• The applicants should have experience in the following business area(s): NGO.
• Excellent English/ Bangla language skills.
• Excellent communication and influencing skills.
• Computer skills in MS Word, Excel, and PowerPoint.
• Proven track record of project management and excellent project financial management skills.
• Excellent relationship management skills.
• At least 5 years of work experience in the development sector in Education, Health, GVB, and WASH in a Managerial position. Professional qualification in project management will be an added advantage.

Salary: 840,000 BDT Yearly

Benefits: as per organizational and Project policy.

Location: Rangabali upazila, under Patuakhali district.

Project period: Up to 31 October 2024, and might be possible to extend.

Application deadline: April 30, 2023.

Application procedure: 

• Candidates with the required qualifications can apply through email by mentioning the Job Position of vacancy announcement in the subject line to: [email protected] with the following documents or Post/drop in the box: (To, Coordinator HR and Admin, JAGO NARI Head Office, Ashahi Mansion (2nd floor) college road, Barguna) on before April 30, 2023.

Job Application Form: https://cutt.ly/w759e9V