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World Vision International

Christian humanitarian organization supporting children worldwide

Field Project Coordinator

Project ManagementConfirmed live in the last 24 hours
Full-timeNo salary listed

About the Job

Requirements

  • A university degree in project management, social sciences, international development, or a similar field is required.
  • A project management qualification or certification such as PMD Pro or PMP is an asset.
  • At least 3 to 5 years of experience coordinating projects in a humanitarian or development context, preferably in Africa.
  • Demonstrated experience managing child protection, food security, WASH, or economic empowerment projects.
  • Experience managing multicultural and multisectoral teams.
  • Strong planning, monitoring and evaluation, and budget management skills.
  • Knowledge of results-based management principles.
  • Excellent written and oral French communication skills.
  • Ability to manage priorities, work under pressure, and meet deadlines.
  • Knowledge of humanitarian standards such as SPHERE and Do No Harm.
  • Ability to adapt to difficult living and working conditions.
  • Commitment to World Vision values, including child protection and gender equality.
  • Ability to travel regularly to project areas in the Central African Republic.
  • Local applicants only.

Responsibilities

  • Implement project activities in accordance with approved work plans, defined objectives, and performance indicators.
  • Directly supervise field teams and partners in intervention areas.
  • Coordinate activities with local stakeholders, including local authorities, community partners, and beneficiaries.
  • Develop and update weekly, monthly, and annual work plans in collaboration with the project team and partners.
  • Ensure regular collection and analysis of data to track project progress, identify potential challenges, and propose appropriate solutions.
  • Prepare regular narrative and financial reports for the supervisor and donors.
  • Manage project teams, including assigning tasks, supervising, training, and evaluating staff performance.
  • Ensure effective management and appropriate use of project material and logistical resources in accordance with internal and donor procedures.
  • Collaborate with implementing partners, other NGOs, and government agencies to coordinate field interventions effectively.
  • Represent World Vision at inter-agency coordination meetings, meetings with local authorities, and other relevant coordination forums.
  • Ensure project activities comply with World Vision policies and procedures and donor requirements, including financial management, procurement, and monitoring and evaluation requirements.
  • Ensure child protection and human rights standards are applied in all project activities.
  • Participate in midterm and final project evaluations and use lessons learned to improve future interventions.
  • Develop and implement feedback and complaints-management systems to strengthen learning and accountability.

Desired Qualifications

  • English proficiency is an asset.

About the Company

World Vision International

Christian humanitarian organization supporting children worldwide

What World Vision International does: It is a Christian humanitarian, development, and advocacy organization focused on children. It operates in nearly 100 countries with 33,000+ staff and works with supporters to help more than 200 million vulnerable children by addressing the root causes of poverty. How its product works: Through long-term programs and rapid relief, it provides essentials like water, food, and tools for families to overcome poverty, guided by faith and field expertise, and coordinated across communities by staff and partners. How it is different from competitors: It combines a large, faith-guided global network with a clear focus on sustainable, root-cause approaches to development, serving all people regardless of religion, race, ethnicity, or gender, and stressing lasting impact that endures beyond one-time aid. What the company’s goal is: To improve the lives of children, families, and communities around the world and create lasting, generational impact.

Company size
10,001+
Company stage
Not listed
Total funding
Not listed
Headquarters
Monrovia, CA
Founded
2012

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