State Project Coordinator

Overview

The State Project Coordinator will support the National Project Manager in implementing the GEF-GoI-UNDP LDN project in the state, working closely with various project units and UNDP.

Key Responsibilities

• Support planning, coordination, implementation, and monitoring of the project in the state.
• Manage project operations daily in the state, including budgeting and information flow.
• Develop state-specific annual work plans and report to MoEFCC and UNDP.
• Guide landscape teams and monitor consultant work.
• Assist in project evaluations.
• Ensure communication and coordination with project units and government bodies.
• Foster partnerships with relevant departments and institutions.
• Organize and facilitate review meetings.
• Coordinate with other state departments for convergence and knowledge sharing.
• Develop proposals for resource mobilization.
• Develop Terms of Reference for consultants and assist in contracting.
• Commission activities such as studies and training, and manage operational aspects.
• Manage and track contracts with project partners.
• Review quality and consistency of reports and deliverables.
• Track and manage project expenditure in the state.
• Develop and submit progress reports.
• Identify and document best practices.
• Coordinate with project units to share lessons and experiences.

Required Experience

• Minimum of 7 years (with secondary education) or 4 years (with bachelor’s degree) of relevant experience in natural resource management, biodiversity conservation, social development, or any other related fields.
• Demonstrated technical experience in sustainable land management and socio-economic development, with experience coordinating with government agencies, stakeholders, and Project Management Units (PMUs).
• Experience in preparing technical reports, strategic plans, and progress updates for government and other key stakeholders.
• Demonstrated experience in leading technical teams and facilitating consultations with government stakeholders to support project implementation, monitoring and evaluation, coordination, and achievement of project objectives and targets.
• Hands-on technical experience in the implementation and monitoring of development, environmental, or natural resource management projects.
• Experience working with Central and/or State Government departments, UN agencies, international organizations, or similar institutions, including coordination with government.

Qualifications

• Secondary education is required.
• A university degree (bachelor´s degree) in Environmental Science/Forestry/ Agriculture/ Sustainable Development/ Social Sciences/ Public Policy/ Management or equivalent field will be given due consideration, but it is not a requirement.

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