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15 May 2023

Contract NATIONAL COORDINATOR

KOBLE –  Port Vila, Efate

Job Description

Kolisen Blong Leftemap Edukesen (KOBLE) is a national education advocacy coalition of civil society organisations with the aim of engaging the Government of Vanuatu and other stakeholders on national education policy, to help ensure that all Ni-Vanuatu have access to good quality education.

The National Coordinator (herein referred to as the coordinator) will report to the Chairperson of KOBLE and work closely with other KOBLE staff and Board members, as well as Donor Partner, Regional, International Education Coalition and ASPBAE staff.

Roles and Responsibilities

  • Coordinate and manage KOBLE’s program, projects, staff and office finances and administration.
  • Prepare and send quarterly reports to the Board prior to their meetings.
  • Work closely with Board Chair or delegated Board member to coordinate Board meetings, take minutes, and disseminate information to Board members.
  • Liaise with civil society organisations (CSOs), government officials, donors and other stakeholders on behalf of KOBLE.
  • Coordinate and ensure the design and implementation of workshops, training consultations, surveys, research and capacity strengthening measures for KOBLE’S members and constituency.
  • Coordinate and ensure the development and dissemination of policy briefs and case studies on aspects of education, and the writing of project proposals and narrative and financial reports.
  • Prepare and lead in lobbying and advocacy initiatives with the Government of Vanuatu and with donors.
  • Work closely with Program’s Finance Consultant, Board Treasurer and the Finance Officer to ensure careful management and acquittal of the program and finances and the timely preparation of program narrative and financial reports.
  • Consult regularly with ASPBAE Australia in its capacity support role for EOL funded networks and coalitions, especially in relation to major program and financial decisions and reporting.
  • Undertake other tasks as required by the KOBLE Board

Selected Criteria:

The successful applicant will:

a) Experience and Knowledge

  • Sound knowledge of Vanuatu and Pacific political, economic and social development issues.
  • Strong experience in program, staff and financial management, design, implementation, monitoring and evaluation
  • Experience in lobbying and policy analysis and advocacy
  • Experience in writing reports and proposals and developing budgets
  • Experience working with CSOs at a national level is preferable
  • Experience as a community based educator / facilitator and familiarity with participatory learning approaches would be an advantage
  • Experience in mobilizing resources
  • A relevant undergraduate or postgraduate degree

b) Skills and Personal Attributes

  • Excellent gender aware, interpersonal and representational skills
  • Excellent oral and written communication skills
  • Strategic planning skills
  • Workshop, group and meeting facilitation skills,
  • Mentoring skills
  • Networking and liaison skills
  • Sound analytical, organizational, project and time management skills
  • Skills in word processing and using spreadsheets, internet and email communication.
  • Ability to motivate and manage staff and build teamwork.
  • An energetic, creative, flexible problem solver, with an ability to listen and evaluate.

The position is initially for 12 months, with a strong prospect of continuing for further years. VEAC offers an attractive salary inclusive of provident fund provision, commensurate with qualifications and experience.

Job Expired 26/05/2023

Job Category: Non Government Organisation (NGO). Job Type: Contract. Job Salary: Not stated.

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