Cowater International Inc.
Location:
Sola, Torba Province
Due Date:
23-10-2026
Type:
Full-Time
Organisation Description:
Founded in 1985, Cowater International is a leading global development consulting company. Headquartered in Ottawa and with corporate hubs in Auckland, Berlin, Brussels, Helsinki, London, Madrid, Manila, Nairobi, Singapore and Stockholm, Cowater International has successfully delivered a portfolio of over 2500 projects and assignments in more than 95 countries. We work with governments, private sector actors and communities implementing projects that support socio-economic development, institutional strengthening, environmental improvements and advance equal opportunities for all. We are a diverse and experienced team committed to building a better tomorrow for the people we serve. Our adaptive approach to management has led to our yearly award-winning work and recognition as one of Canada's Best Managed Companies since 2017.
Job Desctiption:
The Project Coordinator provides technical and administrative support for quality implementation of MELCOR interventions in Vanuatu in line with national and provincial policies. The position supports field-level programming, coordination of technical assistance at national, provincial and community levels, partner capacity building, monitoring and learning, and country-level finance and administration.
The position will also support the project's gender equality, disability and social inclusion and monitoring, evaluation and learning commitments, working with relevant technical specialists.
Selection Criteria:
Required Skills, Knowledge and Experience
University degree or tertiary qualification in project management, climate change adaptation, disaster risk reduction, environmental sciences or a related field.
Minimum 3-5 years of experience supporting donor-funded program implementation at national or provincial level.
Experience working with government ministries and agencies in Vanuatu.
Good understanding of Vanuatu government systems and relevant national and provincial policies, particularly those related to ocean management.
Experience working with communities and local stakeholders using participatory approaches.
Experience providing administrative, logistics and operational support to programs.
Strong coordination, communication and teamwork skills.
Fluency in Bislama and strong working ability in English.
Desired Skills, Knowledge and Experience
Experience working in Torba Province.
Experience supporting monitoring, evaluation and learning, including monitoring, reporting, data collection and learning.
Experience supporting gender equality, disability and social inclusion in development programs.
Understanding of barriers affecting the participation and leadership of women and other marginalized groups in Vanuatu.
Familiarity with DRRM, marine protected areas, community resilience or climate-resilient livelihoods.
Experience documenting lessons learned and good practices.
Salary:
How to Apply
Apply by:
Via website
Contact Person:
Hannatu Ogunnaike
Contact Phone:
Email to send applications to:
Postal Address or location to apply in person:
Website:
https://www.cowater.com/career-opportunities/?ja-job=616701
How to apply - more information:
CV and Cover Letter
For further information on the above job please contact the employer directly.
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