Project Coordinator (Emergency WASH and MPCA Project) at Relief Rescue Initiative (RRI)

Relief Rescue Initiative (RRI) is a National Non-governmental organization, which is committed and active in community humanitarian and developmental projects with its presence in Borno, Adamawa, Benue, Yobe and Jigawa States. The primary focus of RRI is on improving and alleviating the problems of the less privileged, deprived, vulnerable group and people affected by armed conflicts and other Natural/Man made disasters in their struggle to obtain a life of justice and dignity. Areas of focus include; food security and livelihood, Nutrition, Protection, Education, Water sanitation and hygiene (WASH), Metal health, and psychosocial support (MHPSS) achieved through the implementation of projects targeted at the community level especially on the most vulnerable members of the community.

In line with its focus, RRI will be implementing WASH and Multipurpose Cash Assistance in Jigawa States In partnership with IOM-RRF Project. This is aimed at preventing already vulnerable House Holds from falling into starvation, malnutrition and diseases.

We are recruiting to fill the position below:

Job Title: Project Coordinator (Emergency WASH and MPCA Project)

Locations: Jahun, Miga, Kirikasama, Buji and Gwaram - Jigawa
Duration: 3 months
Reporting to: Head of programs
Slot: 1 position

Job Summary

• Project Coordinator responsibilities include working closely with ourHead of programsto prepare comprehensive action plans, including resources, timeframes and budgets for projects.
• The project coordinator will perform various coordinating tasks, like schedule and risk management, along with administrative duties, like maintaining project documentation and handling financial queries.
• The project coordinator should have excellent time management and communication skills, collaborate with clients and internal teams to deliver results on deadlines with high quality standards.

Responsibilities

• Coordinate project management activities, resources, equipment and information;
• Break projects into doable actions and set timeframes;
• Liaise with flood affected communities to identify and define requirements, scope and objectives;
• Assign tasks to internal teams and assist with schedule management;
• Ensure that needs are met at flood affected areas;
• Help prepare budgets;
• Analyze risks and opportunities;
• Oversee project procurement management;
• Monitor project progress and handle any issues that may arise;
• Act as the point of contact and communicate project status to all participants;
• Use tools to monitor working hours, plans and expenditures;
• Issue all appropriate legal paperwork (e.g. contracts and terms of agreement);
• Create and maintain comprehensive project documentation, plans and reports;
• Ensure standards and requirements are met through conducting quality assurance tests.
• Collection and documentation of learning in collaboration with M&E officer

Prevention of Sexual Exploitation and Abuse:

• Actively promote PSEA (Prevention of Sexual Exploitation and Abuse) standards within Relief Rescue Initiative and amongst beneficiaries served by Relief Rescue Initiative.

Compliance& Ethics:

• Promotes and encourages a culture of compliance and ethics throughout Relief Rescue Initiative. As applicable to the position, maintains a clear understanding of Relief Rescue Initiative and donor compliance and ethics standards and adheres to those standards. Conducts work with the highest level of integrity.

Requirements and skills

• Proven work experience for 3 - 5 years as a Project Coordinator or similar role.
• Experience in project management, from conception to delivery.
• An ability to prepare and interpret flowcharts, schedules and step-by-step action plans.
• Solid organizational skills, including multitasking and time-management.
• Strong client-facing and teamwork skills.
• Familiarity with risk management and quality assurance control.
• Strong working knowledge of Microsoft Project and Microsoft Planner.
• Hands-on experience with project management tools (e.g. Basecamp or Trello).

Qualification:

• B.Sc Degree in Business Administration, Management or related field.

Languages:

• Excellent skills in speaking, reading and writing English and Hausa languages is an advantage.

Gender Equality:

• RRI is committed to achieving gender parity in staffing at all levels. In light of this, female candidates are particularly encouraged to apply to bridge the gender gap.

Equal Opportunities:

• RRI is an equal opportunity employer. We value diversity and we are committed to creating an inclusive environment based on mutual respect for all employees. We do not discriminate on the basis of age, sex, disability status, religion, ethnic origin, color, race, marital status or other protected characteristics

Safeguarding Statement:

• Relief Rescue Initiative has zero tolerance towards sexual exploitation and Abuse (including abuse to children) and Discrimination perpetrated by our staff, vendors, suppliers, and their representatives or related personnel.
• They are all expected to adhere strictly to RRI’s safeguarding principles, high standards of conduct, ensuring the safety and dignity of individuals affected by the project.
• We take serious complains and concerns about sexual exploitation and abuse and will not hesitated to enforce disciplinary measures against staff and related personnel found in breach of our policy.

Application Closing Date
8th November, 2024.

Method of Application
Interested and qualified candidates should send their Applications to: careers.rrinitiative@gmail.com using the Position applied for as the subject of the mail.

Note

• Application Letter and Curriculum Vitae should be in a single Microsoft Word Document / PDF, otherwise applications will not be considered.
• Only Shortlisted candidates will be contacted.
• Application will be reviewed on rolling basis.