INGO Forum Coordinator

Job Posting Organization:
The organization is CARE, a leading humanitarian organization dedicated to fighting global poverty and social injustice. Established in 1945, CARE operates in over 100 countries, employing thousands of staff members who work tirelessly to deliver essential services and support to vulnerable communities. The organization focuses on empowering women and girls, providing disaster relief, and promoting sustainable development. CARE's mission is to save lives, defeat poverty, and achieve social justice, making it a significant player in the humanitarian sector.

Job Overview:
The INGO Forum Coordinator position is a critical leadership role within the International NGO Forum in Chad. The successful candidate will be responsible for spearheading the forum's operations, leading the Secretariat team, and acting as the primary representative of international NGOs to various stakeholders, including authorities, donors, and the broader humanitarian community. This role requires a dynamic leader who is passionate about fostering collaboration and advocating for humanitarian principles. The Coordinator will play a pivotal role in ensuring high-quality service delivery and advancing humanitarian efforts in Chad, particularly in the context of complex emergencies. The position demands a strategic thinker who can develop and implement work plans, secure funding, and communicate effectively with diverse stakeholders.

Duties and Responsibilities:

• Forum Structuring & Sustainability: Finalize and formalize the forum’s foundational documents and operational tools. Develop and implement strategic work plans and business plans. Communicate the forum’s establishment to stakeholders, including authorities, donors, and UN agencies. Secure funding to ensure the forum’s long-term sustainability.
• Representation, Communication & Advocacy: Represent forum members in engagements with donors, authorities, and diplomatic entities. Actively participate in key coordination forums, such as humanitarian clusters and government-led initiatives. Advocate for INGOs’ interests, including revisions of laws impacting NGOs, and promote adherence to humanitarian principles. Build and maintain strategic relationships with stakeholders, including UN agencies, national NGOs, and other partners.
• Information Sharing & Coordination: Facilitate internal forum meetings (e.g., monthly plenary sessions, thematic working groups). Disseminate key information and reports to members. Support effective collaboration between INGOs to strengthen humanitarian response planning and execution.
• Safety, security" style="border-bottom: 1px dotted #007bff !important;">Security & Office Management: Oversee safety and security measures in collaboration with INSO, UNDSS, and CMCoord. Supervise the Secretariat, ensuring efficient office management, budget oversight, and staff well-being. Drive studies and advocacy on access and security challenges for humanitarian actors.
• Quality Management & Program Delivery: Promote knowledge-sharing among members on operational and administrative challenges. Monitor the forum’s activities, ensuring objectives and deliverables are met. Provide timely, high-quality reporting to donors and other stakeholders.

Required Qualifications:
The ideal candidate will possess a strong background in humanitarian work, with at least 5 years of international experience with INGOs, international organizations, or donor agencies in complex emergencies. Proven success in inter-NGO coordination, advocacy, and program delivery in conflict-affected areas is essential. The candidate should also demonstrate exceptional communication, negotiation, and interpersonal skills, along with the ability to prepare proposals, budgets, and reports. Leadership and team management capabilities are crucial, with a focus on delegation, accountability, and collaboration.

Educational Background:
A relevant degree in international relations, humanitarian studies, social sciences, or a related field is preferred. Advanced degrees or specialized training in humanitarian coordination or advocacy would be advantageous.

Experience:
Candidates should have a minimum of 5 years of experience in international humanitarian work, particularly in roles that involve coordination, advocacy, and program delivery. Experience in conflict-affected areas and familiarity with the humanitarian architecture, including the UN system and coordination mechanisms, is highly desirable.

Languages:
Fluency in both written and spoken French and English is mandatory for this position. Proficiency in additional languages relevant to the region would be considered an asset.

Additional Notes:
This position is based in Chad and is expected to be a full-time role. CARE strongly encourages applications from qualified nationals and will prioritize hiring on a local contract for this role. International candidates will only be considered if a suitable local candidate cannot be identified. The organization is committed to equity and inclusion, welcoming applications from all backgrounds and actively encouraging women and underrepresented groups to apply.