Project Coordinator

FIRST Step Together Association (FISTA) is a non-governmental organization dedicated to supporting individuals with cognitive impairments, communication disorders, psycho-motor difficulties, learning disabilities, attention deficit disorders, hyperactivity, behavioral, and psycho-social problems. Established in 1993 and located in North Lebanon, FISTA’s mission is to provide education, vocational training, and professional rehabilitation for persons with disabilities, and to advocate for their rights. FISTA adheres to a strict zero-tolerance policy against any form of gift, favor, or hospitality offered to its staff by suppliers. This policy extends to a firm stance against sexual harassment, exploitation, abuse, and child abuse, with a commitment to thoroughly investigate all allegations and take appropriate disciplinary action when necessary.

DESCRIPTION: 

The Project Coordinator will support the effective planning, implementation, and monitoring of the FISTA program's projects for a fixed period of 10 months. This position will work closely with the FISTA team, stakeholders, and partners to ensure that project objectives are met on time and within budget, while adhering to organizational and donor guidelines. The coordinator will be responsible for coordinating daily project activities, ensuring compliance, and providing support in reporting and documentation. 

Key responsibilities:

• Managing and Supervising the execution of the actions in line with project description outcomes and outputs.
• Undertaking duties to support the delivery of activities, which focus on improving the well-being of targeted population.
• Tracking the progress and quality of work being performed by Project Team as per the Indicators tracking table (ITT) and M&E (Including Social workers, Psychologists, Psychiatrists, Neurologists, Psychomotor therapists, Speech therapists, Special educators, Administrative Officers…). And Coordinating the activities to ensure optimum efficiency and compliance with appropriate policies, procedures and specifications.
• Using project scheduling and control tools (M&E Tools) to monitor projects plans, work performances, budgets and expenditures.
• Ensuring patients’ needs are met in a timely and cost-effective manner
• Developing Interim and Final reports and share them with the donors for their review.
• Assisting in the preparation of the budget and the staffing table.
• Effectively and accurately communicating relevant project information to the project team as well as all stakeholders involved in LCRP.
• Developing referral strategies with all concerned stakeholders and receiving new referrals on a daily basis.
• Conducting internal case conferences to discuss complex and acute cases with the Head of Rehabilitation Unit and other concerned specialists at Restart.
• Communicating updates and feedback regarding cases to concerned agencies and Stakeholders regarding patients.
• Assisting the Procurement officer in the review of ITBs and Contractor quotations to ensure that only fair and reasonable pricing is recommended for approval.
• Actively participating in the monthly health working group and other sectors meetings to exchange experiences and explore solutions to the existing needs.
• Actively participating in the Health and Psychosocial support North Task Force (MHPSS TF a coordinated body chaired by the MoPH) monthly meeting.

Qualifications:

- Bachelor’s degree in project management, international development, social sciences, or related field.

- At least 3-5 years of experience in project coordination, preferably in the NGO sector.

- Knowledge and experience in Monitoring, Evaluation, Accountability, and Learning (MEAL) processes.

- Strong organizational and multitasking skills with the ability to work in a fast-paced environment.

- Strong financial management skills and experience working with budgets.

- Ability to work both independently and as part of a team.

- Flexibility to work with diverse stakeholders, including donors, local authorities, and community members.