LWF World Service is the humanitarian and development arm of the Lutheran World Federation. We are a widely recognized, international, faith-based organization working in over 20 countries. We seek to bring people of all backgrounds together in the common quest for justice, peace, and reconciliation in an increasingly complex and fragmented world.
A commitment to the human rights of every individual, regardless of their status, guides our work, actions, and operations. We are particularly known for our timely, compassionate, and professional humanitarian work, and for our field presence in hard- to-reach areas. Our work is people-centred and community- based. Above all, we work with the most vulnerable, and in order to claim and uphold their rights, we engage proactively with local government and community structures.
We have been working in Chad and Cameroon since 2007 and 2015, respectively, where we began in response to the influx of refugees from the Darfur crisis and the ongoing armed conflict in the Central African Republic. The focus of our programs in the two countries covers the three strategic programmatic areas of "sustainable livelihoods, access to quality services, and protection and social cohesion", which is implemented through various emergency, recovery and development projects. Our people-centered approach is expressed through the integration in our work of social aspects of global themes that affect the humanity in all circumstances such gender, climate, inclusion, safeguarding and protection dimensions in all we do.
For additional information please see www.lutheranworld.org/WorldService.
Basic purpose of the position
The purpose is to oversee the technical and management aspects of a 15-month, multi-country project that implements Protection and WASH sector solutions that reduce human vulnerability to violence and displacement. The Project Coordinator will be responsible for ensuring that LWF interventions enable communities to respond to protection and WASH risks, including the use of cash-based transfer methodologies. The program will be managed from Port au Prince and in close collaboration with the local partners based in the Sud, Nippes, and Grand Anse Departments of Haiti.

Main duties

Program management
Project Planning and Management: The Project Coordinator is responsible for developing and implementing project plans and setting goals, timelines, and budgets. She/he ensures

that the project is progressing according to plan and makes necessary adjustments as needed.
Stakeholder Engagement: She/He facilitates communication and collaboration among various stakeholders, such as local implementing partners, government agencies, local communities, NGOs, and researchers. Ensures that all input is considered and addresses any concerns or conflicts that may arise.
Resource allocation: Efficient management of resources such as funding, personnel, and equipment is essential. The Coordinator ensures that resources are allocated appropriately to meet project needs and objectives.
Monitoring and Evaluation: Regular monitoring of project activities and progress is critical. The Coordinator tracks milestones, collects data, and evaluates the effectiveness of implemented solutions. They use this information to make informed decisions and improvements.
Reporting and Communication: Maintains clear communication channels by preparing regular reports for stakeholders, funders, and the public. Shares project successes, challenges, and outcomes to demonstrate the impact of project service offerings.

Finances and grant management
Works closely with the finance teams in Port au Prince to enable colleagues to implement and strengthen financial management and compliance of the program in accordance with LWF World Service and donor policies, guidelines and regulations.
Reviews the monthly financial report to ensure that the budget is well-monitored and adjustments are requested in a timely manner as needed.

People management
Plays the role of direct supervisor to the project finance, human resources and logistics officers in the field.
Provides regular coaching and support, conducts staff goal setting and performance appraisals, and ensures that appropriate sanctions are applied to staff as needed.
Ensures gender and inclusion sensitive recruitment, induction and timely adaptation of job descriptions.

Coordination, Representation and Networking
Maintains a close working and consultative relationship with other teams in the country. Participates in cluster, coalition and network meetings/working groups relevant to the topic of this project.
Maintains necessary consultative relationships with relevant government agencies, UN agencies, other international and national NGOs.
Security management
Under the responsibility of the Chad Country Representative, s/he manages the security of LWF staff and assets in the PAP, Sud, Nippes, and Grand Anse Departments of Haiti.

Accountability
Responsible for the implementation of LWF procedures, LWF standards and donor requirements during project implementation, evaluation and closure.

Other duties
As may be assigned by the direct supervisor.


Major challenges
Managing long-term humanitarian ambitions in a relatively short-term project timeframe requires flexibility.
Working in resource-constrained environments requires a good level of resilience

Required qualifications
University degree in development and/or environmental studies and/or other related technical, or social studies with specialization in WASH and/or Protection or an equivalent combination of education and experience.

Knowledge and experience
Minimum 5 years of successful experience in a senior leadership/management in designing, planning, managing, and/or implementing WASH, Protection and/or cash based methodology services.
Experience in coordinating stakeholder engagement, particularly with local government staff, civil society and decision-makers.
Strong computer literacy.
Knowledge of LWF, its member churches, ecumenical partners and related agencies is a strong asset.
Previous experience in Haiti or similar context is preferred.
Knowledge of and experience in cooperating with governments, the United Nations system and inter-agency coordination and representation in clusters and other coordination structures at national and regional level.
Fluency is French and./or Creole.
Team-oriented, flexible and excellent communication skills.

Language skills
English: Advanced written and spoken skills. French: Advanced written and spoken skills.
Creole: Proficient written and spoken skills

LWF Core Skills*
Leadership – resource level
Working effectively with others – resource level Accountability – resource level
Analytical thinking – advanced level Initiative – advanced level Achieving results – advanced level

LWF Functional Skills
People Management – advanced level Facilitation / Negotiation – resource level Project Management - resource level Networking - resource level Communication - advanced level Finances Management - advanced level

*LWF 3 skills levels are: basis - advanced – resource

The candidates are expected to share the core values of LWF.

Interested persons are requested to send the following documents (CV, cover letter, work certificate, copies of diplomas) with the subject line: '' PROJECT COORDINATOR GAG''