National Project Coordinator

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Job Description

Under general guidance of the Senior Social Protection specialist based in Beirut, and PROSPECTS project manager in Jordan, the National Project Coordinator will report to the Social Protection Specialist and Project Manager in Jordan. The National Project Coordinator will work in close collaboration with the Social Protection team in Jordan, as well as with ILO’s SOCPRO department in ILO Geneva; ILO-Regional Office for Arab States; relevant ROAS DWT specialists; and the staff of other ILO projects in Jordan to facilitate the highest technical integrity of the project outputs, as identified in respective project documents.

Duties:

The National Project Coordinator – Social Protection will be key in driving the successful implementation and strategic development of social protection initiatives, notably Estidama++ and Prospects. This role focuses on ensuring effective program delivery, providing technical advice, managing stakeholder relationships, and influencing social protection policies to enhance labour market integration for vulnerable groups in Jordan.

Oversee the timely Implementation of Estidama++ and Prospects Programming: This includes close monitoring of timelines, budget allocations, and project outputs and in line with the ILO policy, rules and regulations and according to the final project document, donor requirements and work plan.
Provide technical and policy advice on Social Protection Initiatives: Offer expert guidance to the ILO office, national partners, and stakeholders on the implementation of social protection programs, particularly social insurance. This involves supporting capacity building, policy analysis, and legislative development to enhance the social protection framework in Jordan.
Strengthen Partnerships for Enhanced Project Execution: Collaborate with relevant departments at headquarters, regional offices, executing agencies, government offices, and other organizations to expedite project implementation and achieve targets. Coordinate efforts to identify synergies with other United Nations partners and projects under the Decent Work Country Programme (DWCP) for Jordan.
Engage in social dialogue initiatives to influence policy discussions and decision-making processes related to social protection. Work towards integrating project outcomes into broader economic and social policies to enhance their impact and sustainability.
Periodically report, monitor and facilitate the evaluation of all project’s components according to the project’s document and work plan. Prepare required technical progress reports and ad hoc reports on the status of project planning and implementation for submission to the ILO and the donor. Undertake field missions to ensure proper implementation and address any arising challenges.
Provide administrative and programming support to ensure smooth project operations. This includes liaising with stakeholders, drafting terms of reference for consultants, and overseeing their work to ensure quality and timeliness.
Assist in the management and allocation of project resources. Prepare budget estimates, monitor expenditures, and recommend adjustments to align with project activities and goals.
Organize training programmes and awareness raising activities to improve understanding on Social Protection principles. Serve as a resource person, adapting training materials to the national context to build local capacity and share knowledge.
Ensure high-level communications to increase project’s visibility at the national and international levels. Enhance Public Engagement and Communication: Draft and translate essential project communications, including press releases, official correspondence, and public statements in local languages. Ensure that all communication materials accurately reflect project goals and progress.
Perform Additional Duties as Assigned: Take on extra responsibilities as directed by the supervisor to support the project’s objectives and respond to evolving project needs.

Required qualifications:

Education:

First level university degree in economics, public administration, law, social sciences, development studies or a related field.

Experience:

At least three years of professional experience at the national level in the field of social protection, and at least two years in social insurance. At least three years of experience in project management, supervision, administration, and implementation of projects.
Technical requirements: Good knowledge of social insurance, as well as economic developments, poverty reduction, and social policies. Knowledge of the policy making process in Jordan is an advantage.

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