Project Coordinator - National Position

Malteser International (MI) is the international humanitarian relief agency of the Sovereign Order of Malta. For over 60 years we provide relief and recovery for people during and following conflicts and disasters around the world. Christian values and humanitarian principles form the foundation of our work. In over 30 countries in Africa, the Americas, Asia, Europe and the Middle East, we support people in need – regardless of their religion, origin or political convictions.

Since September 2017, Malteser International is operational in Bangladesh through local partner organizations. One program pillar is coordinated from Cox’s Bazar targeting health and nutrition support to Rohingya refugees living in refugee camps and supporting the host communities in coping with the disruptive environment created by the influx of refugees. Emergency response is also part of the program due to recurring disasters like fires, floods etc. Another program pillar is a localization program with a focus on strengthening capacities of local actors in humanitarian response, preparedness, coordination and advocacy with partners working in different parts of the country. This program is coordinated from a team in Dhaka.

For a new development project, Malteser International is looking for a motivated Project Coordinator to coordinate and support the project implemented by 5 local partners.

As a Project Coordinator you will be responsible to support and guide partner organizations in line with donor and Malteser International regulations and guidelines, monitor project implementation, represent Malteser International and write high quality reports on project status and achievements.

• Provide technical and managerial guidance and support to 5 partner organizations to ensure successful project implementation, including project cycle and financial management, ensuring quality, impact, relevance, efficiency and effectiveness
• Ensure compliance with international standards and donor and Malteser International regulations and guidelines
• Continue to foster and inspire respectful, trustful, and collaborative partnerships between Malteser International and partner organizations, authorities and other stakeholders
• Represent Malteser International and build and maintain good relations, communications and coordination with local communities, local and national authorities, other national and international organizations and UN agencies in the target area in close collaboration with the partner organizations 

• Bangladeshi national with fluency in English and Bangla
• Academic degree in development, business administration or related field
• 5 years of professional experience and thereof a minimum of 3 years’ experience in a management position in the development sector, preferably in livelihood and/or disaster risk reduction / or Climate Change Adaptation
• Experience with collaboratively working with partner organizations and providing technical/managerial guidance based on a mutually supportive partnership approach and ability to effectively motivate and mentor people
• Strong project cycle management skills and experience, including monitoring, evaluation, report writing, knowledge management, documentation of learning & evidence, developing communication materials
• Experience with managing basic administrative, financial and logistics procedures according to international donor standards, including budget management and control, procurement planning and processes.
• Experience with mainstreaming international quality standards (gender, inclusion, feedback and response mechanism, protection, people centredness, MEAL, Principles of Partnership, etc.).

• A responsible and exciting job in a committed working environment
• A full-time position with the option of extension
• Start Date: 1. January 2023
• Duty Station: Dhaka or Cox’s Bazar (depending on residence of applicant) with travel to Cox´s Bazar, Kurigram, Satkira, Bagerhat and Kutubdia
• Duration of contract: 12 months, extendable to 2025
• Salary according to qualification and experience

Malteser is an equal opportunity employer and welcomes applications from all people, regardless of gender, confession or origin.

Whether you work as a specialist on overseas service or in one of our regional offices - we offer you a challenging working environment in an experienced international team. More than 1,000 national and international staff are currently deployed in various crisis and disaster areas around the world as well as in our regional offices in Cologne and New York City. For more information please click here.