About the role
Program Coordinator Vacancy-Job Ref: JKZWPLAN/0311/202058 Harare (Zimbabwe) JOB DESCRIPTION Plan International is an independent development and humanitarian organization that advances children’s rights and equality for girls. We believe in the power and potential of every child. We support children’s rights from birth until they reach adulthood and we enable children to prepare for – and respond to – crises and adversity. We drive changes in practice and policy at local, national and global levels using our reach, experience and knowledge.
In Zimbabwe, we have been building powerful partnerships for children for over 31 years. Plan International operates an equal opportunities policy and actively encourages diversity. Program Coordinator (x4) – WFP Urban Resilience Project Location – Harare, Kwekwe, Chipinge and Chiredzi Reporting to the Program Area Manager (PAM), the Program Coordinator Represents Plan International Zimbabwe at district and provincial stakeholder forums on development interventions. The Program Coordinator is also responsible for child protection risk management processes for the Urban Resilience related program.
Accountabilities: Coordinate the implementation of the Urban Resilience Program with Government departments, and other implementing partners to synchronize activities. Prepare monthly progress reports on Urban Resilience activities and submit to the PAM and Project Manager for review. Provide ongoing leadership and support the Field Monitor and ensure that daily, weekly and monthly targets are met. Mobilize and create awareness among local leaders and communities on Urban Resilience project.
Ensure that beneficiary identification, selection, registration and verification are done as per set enrolment criteria and guidelines. Facilitate formation and training of Project Implementation Team (PIT) from the community members. Carry out public address in implementing communities covering topics such as women participation, HIV and AIDS, safeguarding and child protection Ensure certification of project assets by respective Ministry Department. Network with other development stakeholders, e.g. local leaders, Government departments and other NGOs in the area to synchronize activities.
Maintains a proper, complete and accurate log book for motorbike and fuel usage in accordance with Plan policy and procedures. Promote and abide by internal policies and procedures including but not limited to: Safeguarding Policy; Code of Conduct; mandatory reporting responsibility. Report all incidents and concerns on child abuse (using Plan Child Protection Issue Reporting Form 1 – Initial Report). Knowledge: A degree in a development related discipline, e.g.
rural development, Health, Nutrition, education, agriculture etc Minimum of 2 years extensive experience in development work at grassroots level; Experience in emergence/relief programs will be an added advantage Excellent interpersonal and communication skills Computer literacy in Excel and Word Ability to plan, implement and evaluate detailed operational plans Good team motivator, team building skills and able to work under strenuous conditions Must hold a valid class 3 or 4 licence and should express interest to use a motor cycle Skills: Excellent networking and partnership building skills Strong team-building and motivational skills Strong negotiating, strategic thinking and influencing skills Excellent research, analytical and problem solving skills Behaviors: Demonstrates clear respect to all and especially children without discrimination Ability to co-ordinate holistic and integrated project planning, implementation, monitoring and evaluation Focused and results oriented Strong leadership & strategic thinking skills Promotes high quality child rights programs Promotes innovation and learning in food aid programming Assertiveness and shows cultural sensitiveness PLAN INTERNATIONAL’S VALUES IN PRACTICE We are open and accountable Promotes a culture of openness and transparency, including with sponsors and donors.
Holds self and others accountable to achieve the highest standards of integrity. Consistent and fair in the treatment of people. Open about mistakes and keen to learn from them. Accountable for ensuring we are a safe organisation for all children, girls & young people. We strive for lasting impact Articulates a clear purpose for staff and sets high expectations. Creates a climate of continuous improvement, open to challenge and new ideas. Focuses resources to drive change and maximise long-term impact, responsive to changed priorities or crises. Evidence-based and evaluates effectiveness.
We work well together Seeks constructive outcomes, listens to others, willing to compromise when appropriate. Builds constructive relationships across Plan International to support our shared goals. Develops trusting and ‘win-win’ relationships with funders, partners and communities. Engages and works well with others outside the organization to buil