Project Coordinator (PROBITAS)

Job Overview Classification Level: National Society Staff End Date: June 2027 Organizational Unit / Duty Station: Health & WASH Immediate Supervisor’s Title: Health & WASH Manager Net Salary: GMD 30,000.00 per month Organizational context The Gambia Red Cross Society (GRCS) was established by an Act of Parliament and became an independent National Society on 5 October 1966, after The Gambia gained independence from Britain. Its constitution/statutes are based on the Geneva Conventions and the Fundamental Principles of the International Red Cross and Red Crescent Movement (Humanity, Impartiality, Neutrality, Independence, Voluntary Service, Unity and Universality). The GRCS is officially recognized by the Government of The Gambia as a humanitarian relief organization, auxiliary to the public authorities in the humanitarian and development fields and the Medical Services of the Armed Forces. In relation to the public authorities, the GRCS maintains its independence and neutrality which allows it to act in accordance with the Fundamental Principles of the Movement. The GRCS is a legally constituted organization with legal status and an unlimited term of existence. It is operating in all the seven administrative regions/areas in The Gambia and has thousands of active volunteers across the country who are well trained in different areas of intervention of the National Society. The Society has won the trust and confidence of the communities and partners and is currently the largest humanitarian institution with strong network of volunteers throughout the country. The overall objective of the GRCS is to prevent and alleviate human suffering with complete impartiality, not discriminating against nationality, race, ethnicity, age, gender, religious beliefs, class or political opinions, or any similar criteria and should act in accordance with the spirit and principles of the Geneva Conventions. The Vision Mission is “Improving the lives of vulnerable people by mobilizing the power of humanity” with the Goal of “to be a reputable, strong, and neutral humanitarian organization, with a national network of volunteers and resources and an international link with the International Red Cross and Red Crescent Movement, capable of preventing and alleviating the suffering of the most vulnerable. The Gambian Red Cross (CRG hereafter) and Spanish Red Cross (SpRC hereafter) have been carrying out programmatic actions/interventions in The Gambia since 2008, targeting populations in situations of high vulnerability related to Health, WASH and Migration. This position is intended for a project funded by PROBITAS and the Spanish Red Cross through the project “Strengthening health laboratory systems and improving community health in The Gambia” which runs from 2025 to 2027.This project will be implemented in the Public Health Facilities and communities of Central River Region and West Coast River Region. Job purpose The Project Coordinator will ensure the effective planning, coordination, and execution of the project, facilitating communication and collaboration among all stakeholders. These include the Spanish Red Cross, the Ministry of Health (national authority), Fundación Probitas (main donor), and community leaders linked to the targeted health centres. The role is based at GRCS Headquarters in Kanifing (Westfield) and involves regular field visits to monitor activities, engage with local actors, and support implementation in the Central River (Brikama-BA) and West Coast Regions (Farato). Job duties and responsibilities The Project Coordinator will be responsible but not limited for the following duties: Lead Project Planning Set clear monthly/quarterly goals aligned with the project priorities. Translating the needs of the project into actionable plans. Development of work plans (timelines and schedules), and procurement plans to implement the project activities. Lead the team to define tasks, deliverables, milestones and ser…