Program Coordinator – Ending Child Marriages

Date: 3 Oct 2024

Location: Kwekwe, Zimbabwe

Company: Plan International

Plan International is an independent development and humanitarian organization that advances children’s rights and equality for girls. We believe in the power and potential of every child. We support children’s rights from birth until they reach adulthood and we enable children to prepare for – and respond to – crises and adversity.

We drive changes in practice and policy at local, national and global levels using our reach, experience and knowledge. In Zimbabwe, we have been building powerful partnerships for children for over 31 years. Plan International operates an equal opportunities policy and actively encourages diversity.

Reporting to the Program Area Manager (PAM) and having a direct working relationship with the Gender Technical Lead the incumbent will be providing technical guidance and support to partners working under the Ending Child Marriages project.

Accountabilities

1. Ending Child Marriages.
2. Community mobilization and coordination.
3. Networking.
4. Sponsorship integration activities.
5. Child protection and gender equality mainstreaming.

Knowledge

• A degree in Social Sciences, Development Studies or related discipline from a recognised institute.
• A minimum of 3 years of practical experience in working with rural communities in community development work.
• Knowledge of development issues, trends, challenges opportunities and implications to community development.

Skills

• Proven ability to develop project proposals and concepts.
• Excellent networking and partnership-building skills.
• Research, analytical and problem-solving skills.
• Good communication, coordinating and report writing skills.

Behaviours

• Demonstrates clear respect to all especially children without discrimination.
• Assertiveness and shows cultural sensitiveness.

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PLAN INTERNATIONAL’S VALUES IN PRACTICE

We are open and accountable

1. Promotes a culture of openness and transparency, including with sponsors and donors.
2. Holds self and others accountable to achieve the highest standards of integrity.
3. Consistent and fair in the treatment of people.
4. Open about mistakes and keen to learn from them.
5. Accountable for ensuring we are a safe organization for all children, girls & young people.

We strive for lasting impact

1. Articulates a clear purpose for staff and sets high expectations.
2. Creates a climate of continuous improvement, open to challenge and new ideas.
3. Focuses resources to drive change and maximize long-term impact, responsive to changed priorities or crises.
4. Evidence-based and evaluates effectiveness.

We work well together

1. Seeks constructive outcomes, listens to others, willing to compromise when appropriate.
2. Builds constructive relationships across Plan International to support our shared goals.
3. Develops trusting and ‘win-win’ relationships with funders, partners and communities.
4. Engages and works well with others outside the organization to build a better world for girls and all children.

We are inclusive and empowering

1. We empower our staff to give their best and develop their potential.
2. We respect all people, appreciate differences and challenge equality in our programs and our workplace.
3. We support children, girls, and young people in increasing their confidence and changing their own lives.

 

Interested candidates who meet the above requirements must submit their curriculum vitae & cover letter outlining their suitability for the position. A range of pre-employment checks will be undertaken in conformity with Plan International’s Safeguarding Children and Young People policy. Plan International also participates in the Inter-Agency Misconduct Disclosure Scheme. In line with this scheme, we will request information from applicants’ previous employers about any findings of sexual exploitation, sexual abuse and/or sexual harassment during employment, or incidents under investigation when the applicant left employment. By submitting an application, the job applicant confirms their understanding of these recruitment procedures.

 

This position is open to Zimbabwean nationals

Location: Kwekwe

Type of role: Fixed Term Contract

Closing Date: 9 October 2024

Please note that Plan International will never send unsolicited emails requesting payment from candidates.