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Job Title: Project Coordinator Support
Job Summary
- We are seeking to fill one (1) Project Coordinator Support position for our Sokoto Noma & Emergency Response Project.
Main Objective of the position
- Providing support to the Project Coordinator in the security management and the coordination tasks, ensuring a smooth relation with local and national authorities and contributing to the context analysis and follow-up according to MSF protocols, standards and procedures in order to ensure the smooth running of the project.
General Accountabilities
- Represent MSF externally with the Project Coordinator or independently, promoting MSF’s image and negotiating key issues.
- Monitor, analyze, and report on security, risks, and contextual information to support decision-making.
- Assist in exploratory missions, security planning, and internal/external communication sessions with staff, authorities, and local actors.
- Maintain and update field contacts and correspondence with NGOs, UN agencies, and local authorities to ensure accurate information flow.
- Assist with drafting communications, translating documents, and conducting security and context briefings for staff.
- Organize advocacy contacts and appointments for the Project Coordinator, ensuring continuous relations with key stakeholders.
- Provide support for security trainings and briefings to staff and project teams, promoting MSF’s security management and humanitarian values.
Requirements
To apply for this role applicants MUST meet the following criteria:
Education:
- University Diploma Level, preferably in the field of Social Sciences (Political Sciences, International Public Law, Anthropology, Economics, etc.)
Experience:
- Essential: Experience in and exposure of working in a complicated political, security and humanitarian environment, data collection, reporting and analysis.
- Desirable two years previous experience in similar jobs in the field of humanitarian aid with MSF or other NGOs
Languages:
- Mission and local language essential
Knowledge:
- Essential computer literacy (word, excel, Internet/social media)
- In-depth contextual knowledge and analysis skills
- High level of knowledge of local culture and customs.
Competencies:
- Results and quality orientation, teamwork and cooperation, behavioural flexibility, commitment to MSF principles and stress management.
Application Instructions:
The application deadline is on 3rd January 2025 (5:00 PM). Qualified and interested candidates can CLICK HERE TO APPLY ONLINE. And
After filling out the form, the candidates should submit their CV, Cover letter, licenses, and necessary credentials to: [email protected] using “PROJECT COORDINATOR SUPPORT” as the subject of the mail.
Note
- Only applications submitted online will be accepted.
- Lastly, only one online application form should be submitted as multiple submissions will not be considered.
- Only shortlisted candidates would be contacted.
- No Transportation and/or Allowance will be provided during the recruitment process.
- Any document sent to MSF-OCA (CV, cover letter, copies of diploma etc.) will not be returned.
- No accommodation will be provided upon resuming to the job location if selected.
- MSF is an equal opportunities employer and promotes diversity within the organization.
- Qualified FEMALE Candidates are encouraged to apply.
Job Features
Job Category | NGO / Non-Profit Associations Jobs, Project Coordinator / Field Coordinator / Program Coordinator Jobs |