Project Coordinator

Summary

The Project Coordinator plans and executes directly or through Field Supervisor(s) all activities related to the project(s) and will report into Project Manager. Project Coordinator is responsible towards all the deliverables of the project(s). Typically, each Project Coordinator handles 1 or 2 projects.

Plan the delivery of the project(s) in accordance with the goals and objectives. Develop and implement long-term goals and objectives to achieve the successful outcome of

the project. Develop project monitoring templates and records to track and document various activities.

Prepare work schedules for Field supervisors and monitor their activities. Conduct performance evaluation and provide feedback to Field Supervisor(s). Write reports and

manage client/partner communication for the project. Monitor various project expenditures and ensure financial discipline. Coordinate the delivery of services among different activities to increase effectiveness and

efficiency. Help with project staffing primarily recruitment of Field supervisor(s). Communicate with clients/partners and other stakeholders to gain community support for the

project and solicit input to improve the same. Enlist the cooperation and assistance of Government Departments, NGOs and other citizen

initiatives wherever required, to ensure achievement of project objectives. Engage volunteers for appropriate program activities using established volunteer management

practices. Ensure that all program staff receive an appropriate orientation to the organization and the

programs. Provide required information to have invoices generated and submitted to clients/partners

according to the established timelines. Identify and evaluate the risks associated with project activities and discuss with Program

Manager to take appropriate action to control the risks. Monitor the project activities on a regular basis and conduct an annual evaluation according to

the program evaluation framework. Report evaluation findings to Project Manager and recommend changes to enhance the

We are looking for the below mentioned number of Project Coordinators in: 1. Ballari - 2 2. Udupi - 2

Program Coordinators typically spend 30% time in an office environment and 70% on the field.

There is extensive in-city travel and driving and owning a two-wheeler is critical. There could be some out-station travel component depending on the project profile.

Program Coordinators work a standard work week (6 days a week with 2 Saturdays off in a month) but may be required to work some evenings and weekends to monitor project activities.

Qualifications

2 to 5 years of experience. Experience in Development Sector, Waste Management, Environment Sector, Community Outreach programs etc. is preferred.

Knowledge, Skills and Abilities

Interest, experience and knowledge about sustainability and waste management issues. Basic knowledge of Project Management. Comfortable in conducting awareness sessions and coming up with new ideas to create

awareness among the citizens. Comfortable in written and spoken English and Kannada.

Behave Ethically: Understand ethical behaviour and business practices, and ensure that own

behaviour and the behaviour of others is consistent with these standards and aligns with the values of the organization

Build Relationships: Establish and maintain positive working relationships with others, both internally and externally, to achieve the goals of the organization.

Communicate Effectively: Speak, listen and write in a clear, thorough and timely manner using appropriate and effective communication tools and techniques.

Foster Teamwork: Work cooperatively and effectively with others to set goals, resolve problems, and make decisions that enhance organizational effectiveness.

Organize: Set priorities, develop a work schedule, monitor progress towards goals, and track details, data, information and activities.