Senior Project Coordinator (National position)

War Child Canada is a registered Canadian charity based in Toronto that works to accelerate peace and disrupt the cycle of violence by investing in and empowering local communities to build brighter futures through comprehensive, evidence-informed programs that foster resilience, self-reliance, and self-determination.

War Child Canada is globally recognized for our grassroots, community-driven model of humanitarian action that’s rooted in collaboration and entirely locally led. We have developed a solid track record of long-term, sustainable impact supporting children and families living in areas dominated by conflict and crises.

War Child’s flagship Afghanistan program advances social impact in the lives of vulnerable children, women, and their families through its humanitarian and development programming in Protection, Health, Education and Livelihood sectors in various provinces of Afghanistan.

Job Summary:

The Senior Project Coordinator will work under the supervision of the Senior Program Manager and coordinate closely with Program, Finance, Operations, and project teams to ensure effective implementation of project activities in Nangarhar, Kunar and Balkh. S/he will oversee daily project operations, staff capacity building, planning, monitoring, reporting, and coordination with government authorities, UN agencies, INGOs, and communities. S/he will ensure the integration of Child Protection (CP), Gender-Based Violence (GBV), safeguarding, PSEA, and protection principles into project activities, promote safe and inclusive programming, and support appropriate referral of protection concerns. S/he will prepare regular project plans and reports and contribute to donor reporting and program development.

Key duties and responsibilities:

·       Develop a detailed implementation plan with the project team.

·       Coordinate closely with project staff to implement activities across both provinces.

·       Provide technical guidance to ensure high-quality implementation aligned with project goals and objectives.

·       Integrate GBV prevention, risk mitigation, safeguarding, and gender-sensitive approaches into all project activities and community engagement.

·       Ensure project staff understand GBV risks, safe referral pathways, confidentiality, survivor-centred principles, and appropriate response procedures.

·       Coordinate regularly with field staff on implementation and alert the Deputy Country Director to support or troubleshooting needs.

·       Maintain professional stakeholder relationships, foster teamwork, and guide and oversee project staff.

·       Ensure cash assistance, beneficiary selection, distributions, and post-distribution monitoring are conducted safely, confidentially, and with gender and protection considerations.

·       Maintain accurate project records while protecting confidential and sensitive information, especially data related to GBV and protection concerns.

·       Coordinate with WCC Procurement, Finance, and HR to ensure timely procurement, payments, and recruitment.

·       Promote effective budget use by regularly comparing BVA results with forecasts and ensuring compliance with organizational and donor requirements.

·       As budget holder, align spending, procurement, and activity plans; track execution monthly; and adjust forecasts when activities are rescheduled.

·       Meet monthly with designated finance staff to review spending, identify risks, and resolve budget issues.

·       In consultation with the supervisor, plan, implement, monitor, and evaluate activities; share internal reports, lessons learned, and good practices on protection and GBV risk mitigation.

·       Follow up regularly with the project team and provide technical advice on gender, protection, safeguarding, and GBV matters within the project’s scope.

·       Coordinate with relevant protection and GBV actors to keep referral pathways current and connect people with specialized services.

·       When assigned by Senior Management, coordinate nationally with the IEA, UN agencies, INGOs, and other relevant stakeholders.

·       Immediately report malpractice, misconduct, safeguarding concerns, exploitation, abuse, or serious protection or GBV incidents through established organizational channels.

·       Pursue professional development and strengthen knowledge and skills in project management, protection, safeguarding, and GBV.

·       Review and approve staff activity and transport plans, ensuring safety, gender, and protection risks are addressed.

·       Provide feedback on daily staff activities and reports and regularly review project files for quality and compliance.

·       Perform other duties assigned by the supervisor within the general scope of the position and project.

Qualification:

·       Bachelor’s degree in Business Administration, social sciences, Social Work, Law, or another relevant technical field

·       Master’s degree in relevant field will be preferred

Experience:

·       At least 8 Years of working experience with I/NGOs in project management in protection and mine action sectors.

·       The individual must CP and GBV  experience and be able to train staff and provide technical support.

·       Ability to manage a large team and budge

·       Capacity to work efficiently within a multidisciplinary team.

·       Strong ability to work independently.

·       Available to work a flexible schedule, including some evenings and weekends 

Skills and Abilities:

·       Good Communication and interpersonal skills including reporting writing

·       Good knowledge of community development especially working with children, women and families

·       Excellent problem solving and presentation skills

·       Flexibility and ability to work under pressure and meeting of deadlines

·       Culture sensitive and respect for local norms

·       Ability to maintain confidentiality and privacy of the cases

·       Willingness to travel and stay in remote areas and inhospitable environment 

·       Flexibility and ability to work under pressure and meeting of deadlines.

War Child Canada is an equal opportunity employer, and qualified Afghan women are strongly encouraged to apply.

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