Community Development Coordinator

The Community Development Coordinator plays a crucial role in planning, coordinating, and implementing Compassion Aid project activities. This position is essential for ensuring that all project activities are implemented in alignment with our mission and strategic objectives, as well as adhering to European Union guidelines, procedures, and principles. The Operations Coordinator supports the efficient execution of operational activities, ensuring coordination between field teams. The Project Coordinator, Special Programs will plan, coordinate and implement Compassion Aid project activities.

Reporting To

Compassion Aid Programs Manager

Key Responsibilities

Program Oversight and Implementation

• Lead the planning, coordination, and day-to-day implementation of assigned SRHR, SEL, and cultural programs.
• Ensure all activities align with our objectives, standards, and the needs of host communities.
• Collaborate with the Programs Manager to refine program strategies, work plans, and targets.

Team Supervision and Support

• Supervise Program Facilitators, providing guidance, tools, and support for effective program delivery.
• Convene regular team meetings to review progress, address challenges, and plan upcoming activities.
• Provide day-to-day accompaniment and coaching to facilitators in their engagement with beneficiaries.

Monitoring, Evaluation and Reporting

• Track progress of program activities against timelines, indicators, and objectives.
• Collect and analyze quantitative and qualitative data to assess outcomes and community impact.
• Prepare and submit timely progress, monitoring, and evaluation reports to the Programs Manager.

Stakeholder Engagement

• Build and maintain strong relationships with community leaders, partners, and beneficiary groups.
• Represent our organization at community forums, meetings, and events to promote program awareness and participation.

Capacity Building and Development

• Identify training and capacity gaps among facilitators and beneficiaries and organize relevant training sessions or workshops.
• Support facilitators to adopt innovative, tech- and learner-centered approaches to enhance program effectiveness.

Problem Solving and Continuous Improvement

• Respond promptly and effectively to challenges arising during program implementation.
• Regularly review program methodologies and provide recommendations to improve quality, relevance, and impact.
• Perform any other duties as may be assigned by the organization.

Required Skills and Qualifications

• Bachelor’s degree in Community Development, Social Work, Project Management, or related field; a relevant certificate with strong experience may be considered.
• At least 2 years’ experience in community development or closely related roles.
• Proven leadership and team supervision experience.
• Strong organizational, planning, and multitasking abilities.

Application Procedure

All applicants are required to state their current/last salary. Candidates must supply an email and telephone contact that will be used when offering interviews. Only shortlisted candidates will be contacted via email. All applications MUST reach us on or before 24th June 2026 and to be sent to Joycem@compassionaid.org.