Job ID
41694
Job Title
Project Coordinator - Tamkeen
To work for
Aga Khan Foundation
Country
Syria
City
Hamah
Field of Work
Education/Training - R&D | Projects - Humanitarian/Disasters
Job Type
Project Based
Minimum Education Level
Bachelor/ License Degree
Responsibilities
The Aga Khan Foundation in Syria seeks to employ a Project Coordinator - Tamkeen for its office in Salamieh.
Tamkeen Project aims to empower vulnerable adolescents and youth across multiple governorates by equipping them with the tools, skills, and services needed to thrive in educational, social, and economic spheres. Through non-formal education programs, vocational training, and life skills development, the project
enhances their capacity to actively participate in community-building and working life. By fostering innovation, promoting volunteerism, and providing safe, inclusive learning spaces, the project enables participants to contribute constructively to their communities while advancing their personal, educational, and professional aspirations.
The Project Coordinator is mainly responsible for day-to-day coordination, oversight, reporting, monitoring, and quality assurance to meet AKF’s compliances in Tamkeen project components under the direct supervision of the Program Manager. The incumbent will report directly to the Education and Early Childhood Development Program Manager.
ROLES AND RESPONSIBILITIES:
- Develop detailed project work plans in line with AKF strategy and operations to be agreed upon with the Program Manager.
- Inspire, lead and coach the project team including staff, volunteers, service providers and consultants ensuring optimization of human resources.
- Ensure project activities are implemented with quality, ] effectiveness, efficiency, and with the highest levels of donors and internal policy compliance.
- Conduct regular field visits to provide necessary administrative oversight and technical support to ensure the successful implementation of the plan.
- Ensure that project activities operate within the safety, policies and procedures of AKF; ensure that gender and environmental standards are integrated throughout the project outputs and outcomes
- Produce timely progress reports as requested by AKF and donor reporting systems.
- Liaise with project stakeholders including local authorities, ministries, LNGOs, INGOs, donors and research institutes as requested by the Program Manager to ensure quality deliverables of the project.
- Ensure that relevant data and information are collected and that systematic monitoring, evaluation and impact assessments are implemented.
- Identify and coordinate delivery of operating requirements to support the project
- Work closely with the Partnership Unit to develop funding proposals and promote innovation in project design.
- Ensure that all stakeholders including beneficiaries and communities are actively engaged.
- In partnership with Monitoring, Evaluation, Research and Learning (MERL) team, identify and develop a project-related research agenda and ensure that project research, assessments and case studies are undertaken.
- Design a sustainability plan for the project to ensure long-term benefits, including strategies for capacity building, handover to local partners, and exit planning.
- Work closely with the finance team to monitor project budgets, track expenditures, and ensure alignment with financial compliance requirements.
- Approve project expenditures in line with allocated budgets and provide monthly financial reports to the Program Manager
- Identify potential risks in project implementation and develop contingency plans in collaboration with the Program Manager to mitigate project risks related to finance, security, or logistics.
- Develop and implement a stakeholder engagement plan that promotes strong relationships and collaboration with local, government entities, community leaders, and other relevant stakeholders.
Tamkeen Project aims to empower vulnerable adolescents and youth across multiple governorates by equipping them with the tools, skills, and services needed to thrive in educational, social, and economic spheres. Through non-formal education programs, vocational training, and life skills development, the project
enhances their capacity to actively participate in community-building and working life. By fostering innovation, promoting volunteerism, and providing safe, inclusive learning spaces, the project enables participants to contribute constructively to their communities while advancing their personal, educational, and professional aspirations.
The Project Coordinator is mainly responsible for day-to-day coordination, oversight, reporting, monitoring, and quality assurance to meet AKF’s compliances in Tamkeen project components under the direct supervision of the Program Manager. The incumbent will report directly to the Education and Early Childhood Development Program Manager.
ROLES AND RESPONSIBILITIES:
- Develop detailed project work plans in line with AKF strategy and operations to be agreed upon with the Program Manager.
- Inspire, lead and coach the project team including staff, volunteers, service providers and consultants ensuring optimization of human resources.
- Ensure project activities are implemented with quality, ] effectiveness, efficiency, and with the highest levels of donors and internal policy compliance.
- Conduct regular field visits to provide necessary administrative oversight and technical support to ensure the successful implementation of the plan.
- Ensure that project activities operate within the safety, policies and procedures of AKF; ensure that gender and environmental standards are integrated throughout the project outputs and outcomes
- Produce timely progress reports as requested by AKF and donor reporting systems.
- Liaise with project stakeholders including local authorities, ministries, LNGOs, INGOs, donors and research institutes as requested by the Program Manager to ensure quality deliverables of the project.
- Ensure that relevant data and information are collected and that systematic monitoring, evaluation and impact assessments are implemented.
- Identify and coordinate delivery of operating requirements to support the project
- Work closely with the Partnership Unit to develop funding proposals and promote innovation in project design.
- Ensure that all stakeholders including beneficiaries and communities are actively engaged.
- In partnership with Monitoring, Evaluation, Research and Learning (MERL) team, identify and develop a project-related research agenda and ensure that project research, assessments and case studies are undertaken.
- Design a sustainability plan for the project to ensure long-term benefits, including strategies for capacity building, handover to local partners, and exit planning.
- Work closely with the finance team to monitor project budgets, track expenditures, and ensure alignment with financial compliance requirements.
- Approve project expenditures in line with allocated budgets and provide monthly financial reports to the Program Manager
- Identify potential risks in project implementation and develop contingency plans in collaboration with the Program Manager to mitigate project risks related to finance, security, or logistics.
- Develop and implement a stakeholder engagement plan that promotes strong relationships and collaboration with local, government entities, community leaders, and other relevant stakeholders.
Qualifications
- The applicant must have a university degree in Social Sciences, Project Management, Education, Public Administration, or a related discipline. A master’s degree is preferable.
- Four years of working experience in related fields.
- Experience with donor-funded initiatives or working with INGOs/LNGOs is a strong asset.
- Ability to manage time effectively, handle multiple tasks, and monitor financial activities with attention to detail.
- Strong collaboration and coordination skills; establish and maintain productive relationships with diverse teams, stakeholders and counterparts.
- Resourceful, has critical thinking, and flexible approach to addressing challenges.
- Strong alignment with AKF values including gender equality, environmental sustainability, and inclusive practices.
- Excellent report writing skills.
- Fluent in written and spoken English.
- Proficiency in using Microsoft Office and project management tools; familiarity with data analysis software is a plus.
- Four years of working experience in related fields.
- Experience with donor-funded initiatives or working with INGOs/LNGOs is a strong asset.
- Ability to manage time effectively, handle multiple tasks, and monitor financial activities with attention to detail.
- Strong collaboration and coordination skills; establish and maintain productive relationships with diverse teams, stakeholders and counterparts.
- Resourceful, has critical thinking, and flexible approach to addressing challenges.
- Strong alignment with AKF values including gender equality, environmental sustainability, and inclusive practices.
- Excellent report writing skills.
- Fluent in written and spoken English.
- Proficiency in using Microsoft Office and project management tools; familiarity with data analysis software is a plus.
Specific Vacancy Requirements
Deadline for applications submission is Sunday January 5th 2025.
Salary and Benefits
According to the Aga Khan Foundation, Syria salary scale
Health and Life Insurance
Health and Life Insurance
About us
The Aga Khan Development Network (AKDN) is a group of development agencies with mandates that include the environment, health, education, architecture, culture, microfinance, rural development, disaster reduction, and the promotion of private-sector enterprise and the revitalization of historic cities. AKDN agencies conduct their programmes without regard to faith, origin or gender.
Safeguarding Commitments:
AKF is committed to maintaining the highest standard of ethical behaviour among its staff, representatives, and partners to make sure of do no harm of the beneficiaries and whom they deal with. In line with this commitment; the selected Trainer must adhere to the AKF Code of Conduct and the relevant Safeguarding policies
Safeguarding Commitments:
AKF is committed to maintaining the highest standard of ethical behaviour among its staff, representatives, and partners to make sure of do no harm of the beneficiaries and whom they deal with. In line with this commitment; the selected Trainer must adhere to the AKF Code of Conduct and the relevant Safeguarding policies
Required employees number
1
Posted On
Dec 20, 2024
Expiry Date
Jan 19, 2025
CV Language
English