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Program Coordinator

with The Fred Hollows Foundation

BTDC-ID: 31899

Closing Date:

Announcement Description

The Foundation is an international development organisation working to prevent blindness and restore sight. We continue to carry on the legacy of Professor Fred Hollows, who believed every person had the right to quality eye care, no matter where they live. The Foundation is known around the world as an organisation that works with purpose and determination. With a reputation for excellence, we are well known for making change happen.

The Foundation has grown to work in more than 25 countries throughout Africa, South Asia, Southeast Asia, the Middle East and the Pacific, as well as Australia. The Foundation has restored sight to more than 3 million people worldwide. We have an ambitious five-year strategic plan that aims to take us even closer to realising our vision of a world in which no person is needlessly blind, or vision impaired and Indigenous Australians exercise their right to sight and good health.

In Cambodia, The Fred Hollows Foundation began our work in Cambodia in 1998. We engage close collaboration with the Royal Government of Cambodia, development partners and private sector to deliver comprehensive Eye Health Service.

We are also proud to announce we were awarded the Employer of Choice Award (Public Sector and NFP) at the 2022 Australian HR Awards. The Foundation is also endorsed and in partnership with The Life You Can Save.

To find out more about our work, please visit our website.

We are now looking for qualified candidate to fulfill the position below:

Announcement Positions

Program Coordinator

  • Category: Health/Medical, Social Work, Community Development
  • Type : Job Opportunity
  • Location: Phnom Penh
  • Schedule: Full-time
  • Salary: Negotiable

Do you want to do work that really matters? Help us end avoidable blindness.

Full time, Fixed Term Role based in Phnom Penh, Cambodia.

ABOUT YOU

To excel in this role, you will need strong project management skills, capable of handling and prioritizing multiple projects while ensuring deadlines are consistently met. Exceptional written and verbal communication skills, including fluency in English, are crucial. Additionally, strong report writing, and documentation abilities are required to effectively capture and present project deliverables.

Furthermore, you should have a proven track record of influencing and building collaborative relationships with partners and stakeholders, including government officials. Exceptional stakeholder engagement skills, particularly in managing relationships with partners and officials, will be a key strength. Your ability to engage and communicate effectively with these groups will be essential in driving projects to successful outcomes.

THE OPPORTUNITY

Do you want to make a meaningful impact in the health sector? We are looking for a passionate Program Coordinator to join our Programs team in Cambodia. The Program Coordinator will drive the successful implementation of country programs by ensuring program activities are well-coordinated, monitored, and executed in alignment with both government and organizational objectives. You’ll be working closely with our partners, government officials, and healthcare professionals, bringing together resources, people, and expertise to improve the eye health system in Cambodia.

Duties
  • The Program Coordinator will own the outcomes of: 
  • Leadership, management and program oversight:  
  • Collaborate with the country team to develop and implement strategic program plans, policies, and activities.
  • Provide effective leadership and oversight to ensure program activities are executed efficiently and effectively, achieving set goals.
  • Facilitate smooth program/project coordination, aligning with government regulations, organizational plans, and best practices.
  • Collaborate with the country team, headquarters, and Cluster teams to ensure effective program execution.
  • Proactively identify and manage program operational risks.
  • Financial and Resource management: 
  • Develop and manage annual program budgets effectively, ensuring ideal resource allocation.
  • Guide Implementing Partners in developing and tracking program budgets (monthly, quarterly, annual).
  • Monitor and report program expenditures for efficient financial management.
  • Collaborate with the Finance & Operations team to achieve transparent and accountable program finances.
  • Monitoring, Evaluation, Learning and Program Quality: 
  • Collaborate with partners and stakeholders to ensure effective implementation of the approved Provincial Eye Health Roadmap.
  • Lead the implementation of Continuous and Cataract Quality Improvement (CQI) approaches to enhance eye health program quality.
  • Promote the adoption of established standards and guidelines, collaborating with the National Program for Eye Health and relevant stakeholders to ensure the effectiveness of the eye health training program.
  • Engage the implementation of the effective implementation of Primary Eye Care at the sub-national level.
  • Conduct ongoing monitoring of program activities to assess progress towards achieving program goals and identify areas for improvement.
  • Contribute to the development of high-quality program reports and facilitate thorough M&E processes.
  • Collaborate with external consultants and stakeholders in program assessments, and evaluations.
  • Collaborate with partners and The Foundation’s team members to document the program success and case stories.
  • Document and share best practices and lessons learned across teams, fostering continuous learning within the organization.
  • Partnership and Representation 
  • Foster and strengthen partnerships with program stakeholders to identify opportunities for collaboration, relationship building, and program expansion.
  • Cultivate and manage external relationships with government officials, multilateral/bilateral agencies, NGOs, and other key stakeholders.
  • Additional Responsibilities:
  • Deliver other program-related tasks assigned by managers with the same level of quality and dedication.
  • Provide timely support to other country teams as needed.
Requirements
  • Masters or Bachelor degree in qualification in Public Health, Management, Social Development, or related field.
  • At least 3-5 years’ experience in managing projects in the development context.
  • Working in sectors of social development, public health and rehabilitation; exposure to eye health related programs will be an added advantage.
  • Experience in Primary Eye Care and Continuous Quality Improvement (CQI) program management.
  • Application of project design, project management, budget development and monitoring and evaluation.
  • Successful implementation of health projects with required outcomes and Health system strengthening.
  • Experience in partnering and building relationships with national and sub-national government partners and stakeholders.
  • Proven experience in facilitation of major events, workshops, seminars, training etc.
  • Excellent communication skills with ability to work effectively in cross-cultural environment with fluency in written and spoken English.
 

How to Apply

How we recognise your contribution

Through our internal programs and employee benefits we aim to create an environment where you will feel supported and empowered. Whether your focus is on continuous learning, professional development or finding an environment which enables you to thrive while balancing family or personal commitments, we have a range of programs in place to support you.

To find out more about our benefits click here

APPLICATIONS

Applications should be made via this email address provided in the contact details and should include your resume and cover letter. Please address your cover letter to the Talent Acquisition Team and include a response to the “About You”, “Key Responsibilities” and “What You’ll Need to Succeed” sections of the advert.

The Fred Hollows Foundation is committed to ensuring our projects and activities are implemented in a safe and productive environment that prevents harm and avoids impacting the health and safety of all people, particularly children, vulnerable people and disadvantaged groups. Applicants are advised that The Foundation reserves the right to conduct police checks and other screening procedures to ensure we maintain and promote a child safe environment.

Please be advised:

  1. Fred Hollows Foundation will never ask for a fee during any stage of the recruitment process.
  2. Please note we will not be accepting CVs via agencies for this role.
 

Contact Details

Contact Name
  •  The Fred Hollows Foundation
 
Email
 
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