Turkey: Project Coordinator - Family Planning & Post Abortion Care

ROLE PURPOSE: The Project Coordinator will be responsible for the management and coordination of a Family Planning (FP) and Post-Abortion Care (PAC) in Emergencies project in Aleppo and Idleb Governorate, Syria, based in Antakya.

KEY AREAS OF ACCOUNTABILITY:

Overall objectives of the role:

· Manage the FP/PAC in Emergencies project in country through partners focused on (1) excellent program implementation, including timely activity implementation according to plan and routine monitoring against agreed indicators, (2) high quality progress and final reports for external and internal use and (3) strong budget oversight: monthly forecasting and spending according to plan; quarterly revisions, as needed; budget (spending) reporting and (4) ensuring procurement is on time and in line with technical specifications.

· Provide day-to-day oversight to the project and coordinate between SCI and implementing partners.

· Map technical best practices, tools used, lessons learnt and effectively share with partners and global program coordination team.

· Contribute to the overall achievement of SC global program objective by actively working with counterparts SCI and SC US HQ team.

Key Responsibilities:**

Project activities planning and implementation

· Lead effectively to planning, implementation, reporting and monitoring and evaluation (M&E) of project activities.

· Provide management oversight of project activities to ensure implementation of quality FP/PAC services through IPs inside Syria.

· In close collaboration with the Health team and the Knowledge Management Officer provide support to the M&E process by monitoring key program indicators and program outputs at supported health centres.

· Plan and follow-up procurement plans and supply chain in line with project needs SC and global quality standards.

· Liaise with other partners (e.g. UNFPA, MSI) and stakeholders within the health cluster to advocate for FP/PAC in humanitarian responses and ensure information sharing.

· Coordinate and actively engage with SC US technical advisor to ensure mapping of best practices and lessons learnt at global level.

· In collaboration with implementing partners (IPs) and other partners, manage the process of cross-border capacity building for health workers inside Syria.

· In coordination with IPs and the SC Health team assure the implementation of the developed community mobilization strategy implemented by partners.

· Support the health and PDQ team in the preparation of project progress and donor reports.

· Document project’s learning, and incorporate analysis and lessons learned into new strategies/activities.

• Provide coaching, guidance and management for sector teams and partners.
• Represent SC at global and local learning events related to this grant.

Coordination with IPs and management

· Work in close collaboration with the IPs to develop and follow up on their DIPs and activities to assure a timely, thorough and quality implementation of the FP PAC project and the utilisation of data for action.

· Supervise the coordination and planning for programme-related trainings inside Syria conducted by IPs

· In coordination with the Knowledge Management Officer support the IPs in the implementation of the tailored M&E framework of the project, join monthly data revision, monitoring and data use.

· Support the IPs in implementation and scale-up using a supportive supervision approach.

· Work closely with partners on the implementation of the community strategy for awareness raising; development of context specific IEC material, training of CHWs and awareness raising activities.

· Identify capacity gaps, and implement actions plans to address them.

Budget Follow Up and Monitoring

· Liaise with the finance team to ensure that accurate project expenditure reports are produced monthly and disseminated to the relevant staff and that partner reports are received on time.

· Act as budget holder, and review project budget to ensure that spent is on-track and budget is re-phased for the following reporting period.

· Ensure compliance to donor’s rules and regulations at financial level and also on programmatic and technical aspects of the project.

Others

· Provide guidance for supporting approaches to apply and scale up RH interventions within Syria health program.

· Represent Save the Children at local implementing partners coordination meetings and cluster if applicable.

· Participate in relevant coordinating meetings/forums as needed.

• In case of emergency, be prepared to contribute to the delivery of an appropriate and timely response.
• Any other reasonable duty as may be assigned that is consistent with the nature of the job and level of responsibility.

QUALIFICATIONS AND EXPERIENCE

· Minimum of 2 years of relevant field experience within the humanitarian sector, preferably with an NGO.

• Knowledge of the Syrian context
• Demonstrated experience in project cycle management, including budget management and reporting.
• Fluent English and good written communication and report writing skills.
• Creative and innovative approach to design and delivery of effective training interventions.
• Excellent interpersonal skills
• Computer literate (including working knowledge of Microsoft Office, Word, Excel and PowerPoint) and ability to do internet based research
• Excellent attention to detail, organisational skills and discretion with confidential information
• Ability to work independently and proactively
• Proven ability to handle challenging work load

Desirable:

· Experience implementing health projects.

· Reproductive health background.

· Experience in leading/implementing BCC projects desirable.

· Demonstrated success in providing hands-on training, capacity building, assistance to health care providers and other stakeholders.

.Arabic language skills.

Benefits Package provided to National Staff:

· Salary commensurate with the pay-grade of the position.

· Annual leave

· Medical Scheme, Accidental and Life insurance.

· Transportation

· A motivating work environment

We need to keep children safe so our selection process reflects our commitment to the protection of children from abuse.

Please apply in English by sending your up to date CV with a cover letter as a single document explaining your salary expectations to turkey.recruit@savethechildren.org and mention the position that you are applying for to the subject section. The advertisement will be closed on 17^th November 2016 at 5:30 PM (Turkey local time). In order for an application to be considered valid, a copy of the residency card must be attached with the application.

Only shortlisted candidates will be contacted.