Project Coordinator

Coordinate project to reduce gender-based violence in Malaita communities.

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Overview

Coordinate project to reduce gender-based violence in Malaita communities.

You have:

3 years relevant work experience, working on community development projects in the field
Experience working with gender programming including hands on operations
Bachelor's degree or Diploma
Strong command of report writing in English
High networking and diplomacy skills
Good knowledge of community development – i.e. working on projects in communities
Knowledge of Gender and family and sexual violence
Strong knowledge in computer applications including word processing and spreadsheets
High level of organizational and management skills
Good training and facilitation skills
Ability and willingness to learn and apply new knowledge and skills
Willing to travel around the province and visit / stay in communities (up to 75% of time)

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Employee Contract Type:

Local - Fixed Term Employee (Fixed Term)Job Description:

This position was created to coordinate a World Vision project focused on reducing gender base violence and abuse in the identified communities in Malaita. The position will guide the implementation of the Gender Equality Project. The scope of the project includes working with churches and communities to change the attitudes and behaviors towards women and men. It will also improve access to the justice system and support systems to address gender-based violence cases.

This position will coordinate team members and support them to implement project and report on results. The Project Coordinator is also responsible for building networks and capacity of other partners and stakeholders in order to ensure sustainability of programme impact.

This role will report to and actively support the Gender Sector Portfolio Manager. The position is based in Auki, Malaita and would be expected to spend around 75% of the time in the targeted communities.

MAJOR RESPONSIBILITIES:

Proactively manage the implementation of the project to achieve its outcomes and goal
Provide technical support to the Facilitators (Community based)
Implementation of the program activities
Strengthen partner engagement and ownership
Monitoring and Evaluation of the program

KNOWLEDGE/QUALIFICATIONS FOR THE ROLE:

3 years relevant work experience, working on community development projects in the field
Experience working with gender programming including hands on operations.
Bachelor's degree or Diploma
Strong command of report writing in English
High networking and diplomacy skills.
Good knowledge of community development – i.e. working on projects in communities.
Knowledge of Gender and family and sexual violence
Strong knowledge in computer applications including word processing and spreadsheets.
High level of organizational and management skills
Must be a team builder committed to the transfer of knowledge
Good training and facilitation skills
Ability and willingness to learn and apply new knowledge and skills
Willing to travel around the province and visit / stay in communities (up to 75% of time).

Applicant Types Accepted:

Local Applicants Only

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Potential interview questions

Describe a time when you managed a community development project successfully. What were the key factors in achieving the project's goals?	This question assesses the candidate's experience and effectiveness in managing community projects.	Highlight specific projects, your role, team involvement and how you addressed challenges.
Can you provide an example of your experience working with gender programming? How did you ensure it was effective?	This question evaluates the candidate's familiarity with gender programming and its impact.	Pro members can see the explanation.
What strategies do you use to engage and collaborate with community members or stakeholders?	Pro members can see the explanation.	Pro members can see the explanation.
How do you ensure sustainability in community projects?	Pro members can see the explanation.	Pro members can see the explanation.
Describe your experience and skills in monitoring and evaluating projects. How do you use this information?	Pro members can see the explanation.	Pro members can see the explanation.
How do you handle resistance from community members when implementing a new program?	Pro members can see the explanation.	Pro members can see the explanation.
What experience do you have with training and facilitating groups? Can you provide a specific example?	Pro members can see the explanation.	Pro members can see the explanation.
In your opinion, what are the main challenges surrounding gender-based violence in communities, and how can they be addressed?	Pro members can see the explanation.	Pro members can see the explanation.