Grow Strong Foundation (GSF) is a child-focused women and youth-led non-profit organization established in 2017. GSF is providing humanitarian assistance to Children, IDPs, and other highly vulnerable in collaboration with NHF-OCHA in Northeastern Nigeria. As part of our commitment to achieving the objectives of our strategic plan, GSF is seeking a qualified candidate to fill the vacant position.
Position: Consortium Coordinator
| Location : | Yobe state |
| Reporting: | Program Manager |
| Starting Date : | 13- March-2024 |
| Languages Required : | English & Hausa |
ROLE PURPOSE:
The Consortium Coordinator, will be responsible for fostering collaboration among partner organizations, overseeing project implementation, and ensuring adherence to donor requirements and deadlines. The coordinator will be the central point of contact for all consortium-related communication and will play a key role in representing the consortium to external stakeholders.
KEY RESPONSIBILITIES:
Communication and Collaboration:
- Facilitate regular communication between all consortium partners, including project leads, technical staff, and administrative teams.
- Organize and manage consortium meetings, ensuring clear agendas, productive discussions, and timely circulation of minutes.
- Foster a collaborative environment where all partners feel comfortable sharing information, raising concerns, and working together effectively.
- Act as a central point of contact for all consortium-related communication.
Project Management:
- Oversee the overall implementation of the project, ensuring activities are delivered as per the agreed-upon work plan and timeline.
- Monitor progress against project objectives, budget, and donor requirements.
- Identify and address any challenges or obstacles that may arise during project implementation.
- Coordinate resource allocation (financial, human, logistical) among consortium partners to ensure efficient project execution.
Reporting and Documentation:
- Develop and maintain a comprehensive project management system for tracking progress, recording data, and documenting activities.
- Compile and consolidate regular progress reports from each consortium partner, ensuring high quality and adherence to donor reporting guidelines.
- Prepare and submit timely final reports to the donor and other relevant stakeholders.
- Maintain a central repository for all project documents and ensure proper archiving procedures.
- Oversee risk management and mitigation strategies for the consortium.
- Support the development and implementation of project monitoring and evaluation (M&E) frameworks
Financial Management
- Coordinate financial reporting and ensure compliance with donor financial regulations.
- Facilitate timely disbursement of funds to consortium partners for project activities.
- Work with the consortium lead and financial teams of each partner to manage the project budget effectively.
Representation and External Relations:
- Represent the consortium in meetings with donors, government agencies, and other external stakeholders.
- Advocate for the consortium’s interests and ensure project visibility among relevant actors.
- Build and maintain positive relationships with donors and other stakeholders to secure continued support for the project.
- Represent GSF in meetings with donors and other relevant agencies/partners at the State level, giving adequate feedback to the organization, beneficiaries, and donor members.
Qualifications
- A Master’s degree or a Bachelor’s degree in International Development, Project Management, Public Administration, or a related social science field (preferred).
- Minimum 4 years of experience in project coordination, preferably within the NGO sector.
- Proven experience working on complex projects funded by international donors
- Strong understanding of consortium management principles and experience working in a collaborative environment.
- Excellent communication and interpersonal skills, with the ability to build rapport and manage relationships with diverse stakeholders.
- Demonstrated ability to manage projects effectively, including planning, budgeting, monitoring, and evaluation.
- Strong analytical and problem-solving skills.
- Excellent organizational skills with a keen attention to detail.
- Proficiency in project management software, communication tools, and donor reporting platforms.
Method of Application
Interested candidate should send his or her application with CV, Motivation letter to Grow Strong Foundation (GSF) email; [email protected] or apply online using the provided link:
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On or before close of Business 29- March-2024.
