Project Coordinator
Quick answer
The International Rescue Committee is hiring a Sahel-based Project Coordinator to lead regional SRHR initiatives across Niger, Burkina Faso, Mali, and Chad with 40% travel requirements.
- Role
- Project Coordinator
- Organization
- International Rescue Committee (IRC)
- Location
- Niger, Burkina Faso, Mali, or Chad (with frequent travel)
- Work setup
- On-site
- Level
- Senior
- Category
- Programs & Operations
The role
The International Rescue Committee (IRC) is seeking a Project Coordinator to lead the 'Ensemble pour la SDSR en Urgences' initiative, a multi-year regional project focused on strengthening sexual and reproductive health and rights (SRHR) in the Sahel. The role involves managing program implementation, fostering regional coalitions, and co-designing frameworks for shifting power to local organizations. The coordinator will work across Burkina Faso, Mali, Niger, and Chad, managing budgets, stakeholders, and technical capacity-building efforts. This position is critical for advancing locally-led humanitarian responses in crisis-affected areas.
What you'll do
- Manage the project work plan, grant activities, and budget performance.
- Facilitate coordination between regional coalitions, government stakeholders, and humanitarian actors.
- Provide technical assistance to SRH working groups and national health authorities.
- Co-lead participatory processes to test power-shifting frameworks with local partners.
- Oversee narrative and financial reporting in compliance with donor requirements.
What it takes
- Minimum 7 years of experience in public health project management.
- Master of Public Health or equivalent degree.
- Professional fluency in French (written and spoken).
- Demonstrated expertise in SRHR and humanitarian coordination mechanisms.
- Experience managing multi-country projects in West or Central Africa.
What you'll bring
Frequently asked questions
Where is this job located?
This position is preferably based in one of the project countries: Niger, Burkina Faso, Mali, or Chad.
Does this role require travel?
Yes, the role requires frequent international and regional travel, up to 40% of the time, to visit the other project countries.
What is the compensation for this position?
The compensation is not specified in the job posting.
What are the core language requirements?
Written and spoken competency in French is required, while a working knowledge of English is preferred.
How to apply
Apply directly on International Rescue Committee (IRC)'s site. We link straight through — no resume parsing, no profile to fill out.
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