Consortium Coordinator at Global Village Healthcare Initiative for Africa (GHIV Africa) Full Time NEW

Job Title: Consortium Coordinator

Location: Borno
Reports To: Executive Director or Humanitarian Advisor
Duration: One year subject to renewal

Job Purpose

• The Consortium Coordinator will facilitate effective communication and collaboration among consortium partners, ensuring alignment and coordination of activities related to the Education Cannot Wait (ECW) funding program.
• The Coordinator will play a critical role in organizing meetings, workshops, and joint activities, fostering a collaborative environment that promotes shared learning and mutual support among partners.

Key Responsibilities
Facilitate Communication and Collaboration:

• Serve as the primary point of contact for all consortium partners, ensuring open and transparent communication.
• Foster a culture of collaboration and mutual respect among consortium members.
• Develop and implement effective communication strategies to share information and updates among partners.

Organize Meetings and Workshops:

• Schedule, plan, and facilitate regular consortium meetings to review progress, discuss challenges, and share best practices.
• Organize workshops, training sessions, and joint activities to enhance partners’ capacities and promote collective learning.
• Prepare meeting agendas, minutes, and follow-up action items to ensure accountability.

Coordination of Joint Activities:

• Collaborate with partners to plan and execute joint program activities, ensuring alignment with project objectives and timelines.
• Coordinate resource allocation and support among partners to optimize program delivery.
• Monitor the implementation of joint activities, ensuring they meet quality standards and are delivered on time.

Reporting and Documentation:

• Compile and maintain records of meetings, decisions, and actions taken by the consortium.
• Prepare periodic reports summarizing consortium activities, challenges, and recommendations for improvement.
• Assist in documenting lessons learned and best practices to inform future consortium initiatives.

Stakeholder Engagement:

• Build and maintain relationships with external stakeholders, including government agencies, NGOs, and community organizations.
• Represent the consortium at relevant meetings, conferences, and forums to advocate for the program and share insights.
• Collaborate with stakeholders to identify opportunities for partnership and resource mobilization.

Capacity Building:

• Identify training needs within the consortium and coordinate capacity-building initiatives.
• Facilitate knowledge sharing and learning opportunities among partners to enhance their effectiveness in program implementation.

Qualifications

• Education: Bachelor’s Degree in Education, Social Sciences, Project Management, or a related field. A Master’s degree is an advantage.

Experience:

• Minimum of 3-5 years of experience in project coordination, preferably in education or humanitarian sectors.
• Demonstrated experience in managing multi-stakeholder partnerships or consortia.

Core Competencies:
Communication Skills:

• Excellent verbal and written communication skills, with the ability to convey information clearly and persuasively.
• Strong interpersonal skills to facilitate collaboration and build relationships among diverse stakeholders.

Organizational Skills:

• Exceptional organizational abilities to manage multiple tasks, deadlines, and priorities effectively.
• Proven experience in organizing meetings, workshops, and events.

Teamwork and Collaboration:

• Ability to work collaboratively within a team and promote a positive and inclusive working environment.
• Experience in facilitating group discussions and consensus-building among diverse partners.

Problem Solving and Adaptability:

• Strong analytical skills to identify challenges and develop effective solutions.
• Ability to adapt to changing circumstances and remain flexible in a dynamic environment.

Cultural Sensitivity:

• Awareness of and sensitivity to cultural differences and community dynamics, particularly in a multi-cultural and multi-lingual context.

Technical Proficiency:

• Proficient in Microsoft Office Suite (Word, Excel, PowerPoint) and project management tools.
• Familiarity with data collection and reporting tools is an advantage.

Commitment to Values:

• Commitment to the principles of inclusivity, gender equality, and child protection.
• Understanding of and commitment to safeguarding vulnerable populations.

Personal Attributes:

• Empathy and Compassion: Demonstrates a genuine concern for the well-being of vulnerable individuals.
• Integrity: Maintains the highest ethical standards in all professional activities.
• Resilience: Capable of working under challenging conditions and managing stress effectively.
• Problem Solving: Proactive in identifying issues and implementing solutions.

Application Closing Date
27th December, 2024.

Important Information

• GHIV African PSEA / GBV, and Child Safeguarding policies:  The successful candidate shall comply and promote the PSEA/GBV, and Child safeguarding Policies at all course and all levels.
• Women and Persons Living with Disability (PLWDs) are strongly advised to apply.