About the company

NMO is a registered national NGO with the Ministry of Social Affairs and Labor No 284 Our mission is to take the lead to empower communities in Yemen through humanitarian response and sustainable development programs in a professional way through effective partnerships NMO started its activity in Yemen since 2012 and has been implementing projects in 5 sectors namely FSL, Education and Child Protection, WASH and Health ,Protection, Shelter and CCCM , and Governance and skill-building

Nahda Makers Organization does not tolerate all forms of abuse such as (exploitation, sexual assault, harassment, bullying, discrimination

• Job Title: Project Coordinator 
• Reporting to: Protection Manager
• Sector: Shelter/CCCM/ Protection
• Location: Aden, with frequent travel to project sites.
• Deadline: 26 February 2025

Tasks and Responsibilities: 

• Lead the planning, coordination, and execution of project activities in line with the project’s objectives, work plan, and budget.
• Ensure timely and effective implementation of all project outputs and activities, including capacity building, grants distribution, awareness campaigns, and advocacy initiatives.
• Monitor progress against the project timeline and deliverables, identifying and addressing any delays or challenges.
• Ensure compliance with donor requirements, organizational policies, and local regulations.
• Oversee the implementation of general protection activities, ensuring that project interventions align with protection principles and best practices.
• Coordinate protection interventions, including referrals for vulnerable individuals to legal, psychosocial, and medical services.
• Work closely with humanitarian partners, the GBV Cluster, and other stakeholders to address urgent protection needs.
• Oversee the selection of CSOs based on predefined criteria, ensuring a transparent and inclusive process.
• Coordinate capacity assessments of selected CSOs and ensure the development of tailored training programs to address identified gaps.
• Facilitate the delivery of training sessions on program management, gender mainstreaming, advocacy, and women’s rights.
• Ensure the provision of essential equipment and resources to CSOs to enhance their operational effectiveness.
• Manage the competitive grants process, including the solicitation, evaluation, and award of grants to CSOs and women-led businesses.
• Provide coaching and mentorship to grant recipients to ensure effective implementation of funded initiatives.
• Monitor the impact and effectiveness of grants, ensuring alignment with project objectives and compliance with financial guidelines.
• Foster strong relationships with CSOs, local authorities, community leaders, and other stakeholders to ensure their active participation and support for project activities.
• Organize community consultation workshops, conferences, and awareness-raising activities to engage stakeholders and promote gender equality.
• Represent the organization in coordination meetings, including the Protection Cluster and relevant working groups.
• Develop and implement a robust Monitoring and Evaluation (M&E) framework to track project progress, impact, and effectiveness.
• Conduct regular site visits to monitor grant implementation, provide technical assistance, and document lessons learned.
• Support the development and dissemination of advocacy messages through local media and community engagement activities.
• Ensure that awareness-raising initiatives address key protection concerns such as gender-based violence (GBV), harmful gender norms, and women’s economic empowerment.
• Support the communication team to prepare for women advocacy campaigns and monitor media coverage as well as track the reach and impact of advocacy campaigns.
• Oversee the needs assessment and operational support for safe spaces for women and girls, ensuring accessibility and inclusivity.
• Coordinate referral mechanisms for survivors of GBV, linking them to psychosocial, legal, and medical services.
• Engage community leaders and men in awareness-raising sessions to promote the benefits of safe spaces.
• Supervise the market assessment to identify opportunities for women’s entrepreneurship and economic empowerment.
• Coordinate business and technical skills training for women and girls, ensuring alignment with market needs.
• Monitor the implementation of business grants and provide ongoing coaching and mentorship to women entrepreneurs.
• Ensure the timely preparation and submission of high-quality reports on project activities, including progress updates, challenges, and success stories, in compliance with donor requirements and organizational guidelines.
• Maintain regular communication with the donor, providing updates on project implementation, key achievements, and any challenges requiring support or adjustments.

Qualifications, Skills and Experience:

Education:

• Bachelor's degree in social sciences, Gender Studies, Development Studies, Business Administration, or a related field. A master's degree is an added advantage.

Experience:

• Minimum of 5 years of experience in project management, preferably in the fields of gender equality, women’s empowerment, peace building or capacity building for CSOs.
• Proven experience in grants management, including solicitation, evaluation, and monitoring.
• Strong background in designing and delivering training programs and capacity-building initiatives.
• Experience working with local communities, CSOs, and government authorities.

Skills and Competencies:

• Excellent leadership, organizational, and problem-solving skills.
• Strong communication and interpersonal skills, with the ability to engage diverse stakeholders.
• Proficiency in monitoring and evaluation tools and techniques.
• Ability to work under pressure and meet tight deadlines.
• Fluency in English and Arabic (written and spoken).
• Knowledge of gender equality, women’s rights, and economic empowerment issues.

Note:

• Qualified and Interested individuals are required to apply for this position
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• Only shortlisted candidates will be contacted