Overview

The ECHO Project Consortium Coordinator will lead and coordinate the implementation of the SHIELDS project across multiple states, ensuring strong collaboration among partners, high quality delivery, and alignment with donor objectives.

Key Responsibilities

Lead and manage project teams ensuring proper induction and performance evaluation.
Monitor partner budgets and address under or overspending.
Ensure effective data management and timely reporting.
Support local partners in implementation and planning.
Represent the consortium in meetings and with stakeholders.
Ensure compliance with governance structures and donor requirements.
Develop and implement program strategies and plans.
Coordinate communication and collaboration among partners.
Oversee financial management and sub award administration.
Lead coordination meetings and steering committees.
Ensure timely and quality delivery of project outcomes.
Monitor and evaluate project activities using MEAL frameworks.
Validate reports and key milestones.
Ensure integration of gender and other cross cutting themes.
Conduct field visits to assess project implementation.
Ensure compliance with international standards and guidelines.
Promote community participation and feedback mechanisms.
Support learning and knowledge sharing across the project.
Coordinate relationships with partners and stakeholders.
Develop advocacy and communication strategies.
Represent the project at public events and forums.
Maintain strong relationships with authorities and institutions.
Support recruitment and onboarding of project staff.
Supervise and evaluate team members.
Develop training and capacity building plans.
Promote gender inclusion in recruitment and project delivery.

Requirements

Bachelor’s degree in Project Management, International Relations, Political Science or related field.
Master’s degree preferred.
Minimum of 5 years experience in humanitarian or development programs.
Experience managing consortium based projects.
Strong leadership and stakeholder management skills.
Knowledge of donor compliance especially ECHO.
Experience working in Northern Nigeria or similar environments.