Project Coordinator, AHEAD Bangladesh

Position Summary

The Project Coordinator will play a key role in executing the project by organizing, facilitating, and coordinating activities across four divisions in Bangladesh. This position involves extensive interaction with community stakeholders to ensure that project activities are implemented efficiently and effectively. The Project Coordinator will oversee field-level activities, engage with local communities, and provide progress reports to the Project Manager, ensuring that activities align with project goals and timelines.

Job Responsibilities

Field Operations Management:

• Ensure timely implementation of field-level activities, including workshops, meetings, and community engagement.
• Act as the main point of contact between the project team and local communities, ensuring strong participation and buy-in.
• Coordinate with local government bodies, schools, NGOs, and other community-based organisations to facilitate smooth project operations.
• Conduct regular field visits to monitor the implementation of activities, resolve any arising issues, and report findings to the Project Manager.
• Oversee the logistics of field activities, including venue selection, coordination of local staff, and managing community mobilisation efforts.

Data Collection, Reporting, and Analysis:

• Assist with the collection of qualitative and quantitative data for reporting purposes, ensuring the accuracy and timeliness of data.
• Maintain accurate and organised project records, tracking field activities and ensuring proper documentation for reporting.
• Prepare regular project updates, progress reports, and activity summaries for internal use and donor submission.

Stakeholder Engagement & Coordination:

• Foster strong relationships with local stakeholders, ensuring community buy-in and the successful implementation of activities.
• Facilitate communication between the project team and local communities, ensuring stakeholder expectations are managed effectively.
• Coordinate with divisional youth leaders, local trainers, and community volunteers to ensure effective delivery of training sessions and community engagement.

Logistics and Operations Support:

• Oversee logistics related to field activities, including transportation, venue selection, and coordination of local staff.
• Ensure smooth execution of activities, resolving any operational challenges that arise during field visits.

Safeguarding:

• Uphold and promote the organization’s safeguarding policies to ensure the safety, dignity, and well-being of all children, young people, and vulnerable adults engaged in our activities.
• Immediately report any concerns, suspicions, or incidents of safeguarding breaches in line with the organization’s reporting procedures.
• Maintain professional boundaries and conduct that fosters a safe and respectful environment for all beneficiaries, colleagues, and stakeholders.

Qualification

Education:

• Bachelor’s degree in Social Sciences, Development Studies, or related fields.

Experience: 

• At least 5 years of experience in project coordination, specifically in community-based projects, civic engagement, or education initiatives.
• Prior experience in working in Rajshahi, Sylhet, Rangpur, and Mymensingh.
• Working experience in projects related to civic education, awareness-raising training, and campaigns will be considered.  

Skills and other competencies:

• Strong organisational, multitasking, and problem-solving abilities.
• Ability to coordinate with multiple stakeholders and manage expectations.
• Proficiency in Google Office Suite (Sheets, Docs, Sildes).
• Experience in budgeting, reporting, and coordinating activities on the ground.
• Fluent in both Bangla and English, with strong interpersonal skills.

Recruitment for this position will be conducted on a rolling basis. Interested candidates are encouraged to submit their applications at the earliest opportunity to enhance their chances of securing the role.