Decent Work Program Coordinator (1 Position)
Position Duration : Initial 2 years (3-month probation period) with high chance of extension
Salary: : US$ 1,200 (net) + other benefits
OVERALL RESPONSIBILITY
The Decent work program coordinator’s overall responsibility is to work with partners to ensure APHEDA Cambodia’s workers rights and work safety projects are designed, implemented, monitored and reported in line with APHEDA program policies and procedures and in accordance with Cambodian laws. APHEDA policies and procedures outline its standards, approaches and are embedded with APHEDA principles. Memorandum of understanding with the Ministry of Foreign Affairs and line ministries, as well as implementation agreements with partners provide similar guidance on the standards, approaches and principles expected of APHEDA while contributing to social and economic development within Cambodia. The position, in consultation with Cambodia Country Manager, is expected to maintain strong donor and partner relationships, assist with due diligence processes (such as capacity and risk assessments) and assist with timely and accurate reporting to a range of stakeholders.
Reports to: The APHEDA Cambodia Country Manager
SPECIFIC RESPONSIBILITIES
This position will work closely with the Country Manager and relevant staff in Australia to coordinate the following projects:
- Partnership for Decent Work in Indo Pacific (PDWIP) program; and
- Cambodia “Asbestos. Not Here. Not Anywhere.” campaign.
- Project Design:
- In close collaboration with the Country Manager and International Organisers,
- Liaise and coordinate with relevant government, trade unions, INGO and NGO networks and community-based organisations relevant to the APHEDA strategic priorities of worker rights and work safety.
- Support partners with the development of project concepts and proposals related to worker rights and occupational health and safety.
- Support partners to develop and review annual activity plans and budgets.
- Project Implementation:
- Maintain effective communication and respectful relationships with trade union and NGO partners and related networks.
- Assist Country Manager in liaison and advocacy with related ministries
- Maintain and implement APHEDA policies and procedures including program/project cycle management.
- Develop a strong understanding of donor reporting and other requirements for current projects.
- Coordinate program resources and staff to ensure timely and good quality implementation.
- Support partner capacity building activities as identified with partners, including delivering training to partners.
- Project Monitoring, Reporting and Evaluation:
- Coordinate with partners on their timely and effective reporting to APHEDA
- Review partner reports and provide feedback to them on project implementation.
- Conduct and coordinate regular monitoring and reporting of the program and current projects.
- Prepare reports of progress and plans for APHEDA and donors for the Country Manager.
- Coordinate collection of due diligence information from partners, including partner capacity assessments and risk assessments.
- In cooperation with Country Manager and APHEDA international team, coordinate the design and delivery of mid-term and end of project evaluations for current APHEDA projects.
- Representation:
- In close consultation with Country Manager:
- Represent APHEDA at program and project related meetings and conferences.
- Represent APHEDA as contact point to project partners including trade unions and government departments.
- Assist APHEDA Australia based staff with the production of fundraising and communications materials aimed at promoting APHEDA’s work.
- Essential:
- At least five years’ experience working in a key role within an international development or non-government organization including in Project Cycle Management (needs assessment, proposal writing, implementation, due diligence, monitoring, reporting and evaluation).
- Holding a relevant academic qualification.
- Strong skills in relationship-building and stakeholder engagement.
- Demonstrated commitment to and good understanding of union values, labour movement and social movement dynamics in Cambodia.
- Proficient in both Khmer and English written and verbal communication.
- Capable of working effectively and independently in fast paced and challenging environments, with demonstrated ability to understand and coordinate complex project activities.
- Desirable
- Strong skills and experience in advocacy and campaigns.
- Experience in climate change, gender equity, and social inclusion approaches.
