Transparency International (TI) is the global civil society organisation leading the fight against corruption. In collaboration with more than 100 chapters worldwide and an international secretariat in Berlin, Germany, TI raises awareness of the damaging effects of corruption and works with partners in government, business and civil society to develop and implement effective measures to tackle it.
Transparency International seeks a
Programme Coordinator, Action Programme
Main function: The Programme Coordinator is responsible for ensuring smooth implementation of the EC funded “Action” Programme. Specifically, s/he coordinates the work flow, financial and administrative management of the programme, ensuring that agreed goals, best practice standards, donor obligations and TI-S regulations are met relating to project implementation by TI-S and partners.
- Starting date: as soon as possible
- Duration: Until June 2018 (parental leave cover), with the possibility of extension
- Location: TI-Secretariat, Berlin, Germany
- Team: Project Management (PM)
- Job grade: III
Responsibilities:
- Coordinate the work flow, implementation, financial and administrative management of the “Action” Programme in order to ensure timely and cost-effective execution of programme activities and achievement of agreed goals and greatest possible impact by TI-S and programme partners
- Ensure that all donor contractual obligations (financial management, fund transfer requests, procurement regulations, financial and narrative reporting, etc.) for the programme are met in a professional, transparent and timely manner
- Work in close collaboration and ensure ongoing communication with programme partners on all aspects of their work
- Maintain regular communication with the donor on financial and project management at TI-S as well as project implementation at partner level
- Ensure high-quality financial and narrative reports by programme partners and TI-S to the donor
- Collaborate closely with colleagues working on the programme to provide support to programme partners on topics such as e.g. monitoring and evaluation, advocacy and communication/outreach activities
- Collaborate closely with colleagues working on the programme/projects to develop and monitor the implementation of capacity development plans, risk assessments and monitoring and evaluation frameworks for programme/project partners
- Provide input into TI-S’s advocacy and communications strategy for the programme/projects
Knowledge, experience and skills:
- University degree or professional qualification in business administration, management, finance, social science, public administration, economics, or another relevant field
- 4/5+ years of project management experience with an International NGO or International Organisation, or Multinational Organisation with demonstrated in-depth knowledge on project management best practices
- Experience in managing EC-funded projects highly important
- Excellent organizational skills and ability to effectively manage priorities in a fast-paced and dynamic environment
- Strong interpersonal and networking skills and ability to work well across diverse teams, interests and countries
- Excellent oral and written communication in English; proficiency of other languages an asset
- High level of intercultural competence, diplomacy and political sensitivity
- Demonstrated interest in the work of TI and the field of anti-corruption as well as the programme issues
- Willingness to travel, if needed
Other information about the post and the location:
Transparency International and its global network offer an inspiring work environment with real learning opportunities and support. Berlin is an attractive metropolitan city with relatively low cost of living.
To apply:
Qualified candidates should submit, preferably via email, a cover letter and a CV in English to:
ProgrammeCoordinatorActionJob@transparency.org
Deadline for applications is Sunday, 3 December 2017.
Please note that only short-listed candidates will be contacted.
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