Position: Project Coordinator/Manager
About Union Aid
Union Aid (UA) is a non-governmental, non-profit, non-political humanitarian and development organization established by Dr. Toryalay Nassery (an Afghan scholar) in July 1979 in Peshawar, Pakistan. It was formed in response to the influx of refugees from Afghanistan and was the first/pioneer organization to serve the Afghan refugees in Pakistan. Union Aid implemented its activities mainly in refugee camps that later became villages, which was one of the biggest refugee camps in the world at that time. UA initiated its activities in Afghanistan in the 1981 and gradually expanded its services all over Afghanistan. UA started its activities with two doctors and two paramedical staff that gradually expanded to various programs, including:
Health Care & Nutrition: Establishment and management of hospitals and clinics, maternal and child health services, nutrition programs, family planning, as well as full sponsorship and specialized treatment of patients in European countries including Germany, Spain and Italy.
Food Security: Distribution of food items throughout the country.
Education: Literacy initiatives, school management, scholarships for students, and teacher training programs.
Livelihoods & Vocational Skills: Technical training, handicraft production, and employment generation activities to strengthen self-reliance.
WASH & Shelter: Provision of clean drinking water, sanitation facilities, hygiene promotion, and emergency shelters.
Emergency Response: Life-saving interventions including food and non-food distributions, winter relief packages, and rapid health responses during crises.
Agriculture & Environment: Tree plantation and afforestation initiatives to support sustainability and environmental resilience.
Protection: Women empowerment projects, orphanage centers, and demining project.
Cash Assistance: Continuous financial support for needy families and internally displaced persons (IDPs).
| Job Location: | Balkh |
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| Nationality: | Afghan |
| Category: | Nonprofit-Social Services |
| Employment Type: | Full Time |
| Salary: | As per scale |
| Vacancy Number: | UA-32/MI-H/2023/PCM |
| No. Of Jobs: | 1 |
| City: | Balkh (Mazar E Sharif) |
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| Organization: | Union Aid |
| Years of Experience: | Proven experience in project coordination or management |
| Contract Duration: | One year - extendable |
| Gender: | Male/Female |
| Education: | Bachelor's degree in relevant field |
| Close date: | 2023-06-10 |
Job Description:
The Health Project Coordinator will be responsible for planning, coordinating, and executing health projects within the organization. He/She will work closely with internal teams, stakeholders, and external partners to ensure projects are delivered on time, within budget, and meet the desired goals and objectives. The Coordinator will also monitor project progress, evaluate outcomes, and provide regular reports to management.
Responsibilities:
- Project Planning and Execution:
- Develop detailed project plans, including timelines, milestones, and resource allocation.
- Coordinate project activities, ensuring adherence to established plans and timelines.
- Collaborate with stakeholders to define project scope, goals, and deliverables.
- Identify and engage necessary resources, both internal and external, to support project implementation.
- Monitor project progress, identify potential risks, and implement mitigation strategies.
- Conduct regular project meetings, provide updates, and facilitate communication among team members.
- Stakeholder Management:
- Build and maintain relationships with key stakeholders, including healthcare providers, government agencies, community organizations, and funding partners.
- Coordinate and collaborate with stakeholders to ensure alignment of project objectives and expectations.
- Facilitate effective communication and information exchange between stakeholders and project team members.
- Budget and Resource Management:
- Develop project budgets, monitor expenses, and ensure adherence to allocated funds.
- Identify and secure necessary resources, such as equipment, supplies, and personnel, to support project activities.
- Coordinate procurement processes and vendor selection, ensuring compliance with organizational policies.
- Evaluation and Reporting:
- Monitor project outcomes and evaluate the effectiveness of interventions or initiatives.
- Collect and analyze project data, prepare reports, and communicate findings to relevant stakeholders.
- Identify lessons learned and best practices to improve future project planning and implementation.
- Compliance and Quality Assurance:
- Ensure projects comply with applicable laws, regulations, and quality standards.
- Implement quality assurance measures to monitor and improve project performance.
- Maintain accurate project documentation and records.
Job Requirements:
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- Bachelor's degree in relevant field.
- Proven experience in project coordination or management, preferably in a healthcare or public health setting.
- Knowledge of health systems, healthcare delivery, and public health principles.
- Familiarity with project management methodologies and tools.
- Strong organizational and time management skills.
- Excellent communication and interpersonal skills.
- Ability to work effectively with diverse stakeholders.
- Proficiency in data analysis and reporting.
- Knowledge of budgeting and financial management.
Submission Guideline:
- Please write the Job title/Vacancy Number in the subject line of your email.
- Applications received after the closing date will not be considered
- ONLY SHORTLISTED CANDIDATES WILL BE CONTACTED
Submission Email:
hr@unionaid.org