Summary of Duties

The Programmes Coordinator will have oversight of all programmatic activities at JYAN. They will provide advisory and programme management services to the organisation and the core team.  The Programmes Coordinator will conceptualise activities, prepare concept notes as needed, and lead the execution of activities and initiatives.  They will lead the supervision of the Advocacy Council and support stakeholder engagement where necessary.  The Programmes Coordinator will also give advocacy support and capacity, and knowledge building.

NB: The organisation has a hybrid work policy, with mandated in-office days. 

Scope of Work

The Programmes Coordinator is required, but not limited to:

• Lead the design and development of programmes and projects, ensuring alignment with donor directives and the organisation’s strategic objectives.  

• Conduct assessments and consult with key stakeholders to identify priority areas for intervention.  

• Develop and support the development of detailed project plans, including goals, objectives, activities, timelines and resource requirements.  

• Coordinate and execute outreach and awareness-raising initiatives and events, including logistical arrangements where necessary.

• Organise, or otherwise support the organising of, events to advance JYAN’s advocacy agenda and overall work.  

• Develop and implement monitoring and evaluation (M&E) frameworks to track programme performance and impact.  

• Regularly assess programme progress, identify challenges and propose solutions to improve effectiveness.  

• Conduct specific project reporting, monitoring and evaluation functions, as required, to ensure achievement of project targets. 

• Support organisational activities through lobbying civil society, government agencies and other key stakeholders to advocate for policies and initiatives.

• Build and maintain relationships with key stakeholders, including government agencies, non-governmental organisations, community groups and youth organisations.

• Represent JYAN in meetings, conferences and other forums to promote our programmes and foster partnerships. 

• Facilitate the active participation of youth in programme design, implementation and evaluation.  

• Provide direct oversight of the Advocacy Council, ensuring that they are routinely apprised of the work being carried out and how they can support it.  

• Coordinate capacity-building opportunities for the Advocacy Council and other youth groups and advocates.  

• Prepare regular reports on programmatic activities, including progress, challenges, and impact. 

• Document best practices and lessons learned to inform future programmatic efforts.  

• Support the preparation of reports [external and internal] and other related project documents, as required. 

About JYAN

JYAN is an equal-opportunity employer and does not discriminate based on race, class, gender, religion, physical ability, sexual orientation or age. However, as a youth-focused organisation, we prioritise giving young people an opportunity to add value to their country. JYAN extends a special invitation for young people to apply for this role; however, we reserve the right to select the most well-suited candidate for the position.