Senior Project Coordinator

Job Posting Organization:
The International Rescue Committee (IRC) is a prominent international non-governmental organization (INGO) founded in 1933 at the request of Albert Einstein. The IRC is dedicated to responding to the world's most severe humanitarian crises, helping to restore health, safety, education, economic well-being, and self-reliance to communities devastated by conflict and disaster. With operations in over 40 countries and 29 cities across the United States, the IRC employs a workforce that is committed to making a lasting impact by restoring safety, dignity, and hope to millions of people. The organization is driven by a mission to assist individuals in surviving crises, regaining control over their futures, and strengthening their communities. The IRC is recognized as a force for humanity, and it seeks passionate, solutions-focused change-makers to join its efforts in making a positive impact on the lives of millions around the world.

Job Overview:
The Senior Project Coordinator for the vaccination project will play a crucial role within the expanding health team at the IRC. This position entails overall responsibility for managing a vaccination project aimed at improving vaccination coverage and reducing the number of unvaccinated children in Chad to zero through cost-effective interventions. The project emphasizes a combination of supply-side and demand-side strategies to enhance vaccination coverage and reduce child mortality in fragile and crisis-affected settings. The Senior Project Coordinator will oversee all aspects of the project, ensuring high-quality technical approaches, effective implementation, rigorous monitoring, and strong partnerships with donors and sector stakeholders. Reporting to the Deputy Programme Director, the Senior Project Coordinator will supervise a small team, including the MEAL Manager and the Finance Officer, and will work closely with technical coordinators and health teams to ensure alignment with the IRC's broader health portfolio and strategy.

Duties and Responsibilities:
The Senior Project Coordinator will be responsible for the strategic management of all aspects of the vaccination project. This includes ensuring that the project team has the necessary tools, guidance, and support to implement project activities effectively while ensuring compliance with donor requirements. The Coordinator will oversee the planning and design of the project start-up phase, monitor progress, and provide support to field teams as needed. Financial management will also be a key responsibility, requiring oversight in partnership with the Finance Officer to ensure consistency of financial information. The Coordinator will support the team in producing high-quality and timely financial and narrative reports to meet donor requirements. Additionally, the Coordinator will continuously identify, assess, and mitigate risks that may affect project implementation, working with teams to take corrective measures. Building a strong and effective team and supporting its growth and performance in accordance with IRC's staff management and leadership standards will also be essential.

Required Qualifications:
Candidates must possess a Master's degree (5 years of higher education) in public health, epidemiology, or a relevant field. They should have at least 10 years of experience in progressively responsible roles within health programs, with significant experience in immunization programs. Excellent project management skills are required, particularly in budget management, producing high-quality and timely reports, meeting deadlines, risk mitigation, and resource optimization. Proven skills in managing multinational health projects funded by donors and experience in demand-driven health interventions and community engagement programs are essential. Additional experience in conditional cash transfer and/or nutrition programs is highly desirable, as is experience working in fragile and conflict-affected settings.

Educational Background:
A Master's degree (Bac+5) in public health, epidemiology, or any other relevant field is required for this position. This educational background is critical to ensure that the candidate has the necessary theoretical knowledge and practical skills to effectively manage health programs, particularly in the context of vaccination and immunization initiatives.

Experience:
The position requires at least 10 years of experience in roles of increasing responsibility within health programs. Candidates should have significant experience specifically in immunization programs, demonstrating a strong understanding of the complexities involved in delivering health services in challenging environments. Experience in managing multinational health projects funded by donors is essential, as is a proven track record in demand-driven health interventions and community engagement programs. Additionally, experience in fragile and conflict-affected settings is a prerequisite for this role, as it requires navigating the unique challenges presented in such contexts.

Languages:
Fluency in both spoken and written English and French is required for this position. Strong communication skills in these languages are essential for effective collaboration with diverse teams and stakeholders. Knowledge of additional languages may be considered an asset, particularly in enhancing communication with local communities and partners.

Additional Notes:
The position is based in Chad and may require travel up to 30% of the time, often at short notice. The IRC is an Equal Opportunity Employer, considering all applicants based on merit without regard to race, sex, color, national origin, religion, sexual orientation, age, marital status, veteran status, disability, or any other characteristic protected by applicable law. The organization adheres to professional standards and core values, including integrity, service, equality, and accountability, and is committed to creating a safe working environment for all employees.