Vacancy for Project Coordinator

We’re hiring! The Bhutan Education and Skills Training (BEST) project is looking for a Project Coordinator in Bhutan.

𝗣𝗼𝘀𝗶𝘁𝗶𝗼𝗻 𝗧𝗶𝘁𝗹𝗲: Project Coordinator

𝗦𝘁𝗮𝘁𝘂𝘀: Full-time 1-year contract with a possibility of extension up to 2 years,

𝗛𝗼𝘂𝗿𝘀: 37.5 hrs per week

𝗟𝗼𝗰𝗮𝘁𝗶𝗼𝗻: Thimphu, Bhutan

𝗧𝘆𝗽𝗲 𝗼𝗳 𝗪𝗼𝗿𝗸: In-person

𝗘𝗹𝗶𝗴𝗶𝗯𝗶𝗹𝗶𝘁𝘆: Bhutanese candidates

𝗦𝗮𝗹𝗮𝗿𝘆: Nu. 80,000 to 90,000

𝗦𝘂𝗺𝗺𝗮𝗿𝘆:

The Bhutan Education and Skills Training (BEST) project is supporting the Royal Government of Bhutan in strengthening Technical and Vocational Education and Training (TVET) in Bhutan. Humber Polytechnic, Canada is the executing agency collaborating with the Ministry of Education and Skills Development for the implementation of the project.

Humber Polytechnic is seeking a Project Coordinator for the Bhutan Education and Skills Training (BEST) project. The Project Coordinator will be located in Thimphu, Bhutan and be responsible for the implementation of activities on the field and provide local contextual advice to all project participants. The position provides oversight and accountability of project operations and knowledge of the TVET sector in Bhutan. The position will work closely with the Bhutan-based finance officer and administration officer, project partners, and Canada subject matter experts to ensure overall cohesion. This position requires the ability to perform various complex tasks, including project management, human resource management, and related functions in a fast-paced international office.

𝗥𝗲𝘀𝗽𝗼𝗻𝘀𝗶𝗯𝗶𝗹𝗶𝘁𝗶𝗲𝘀:

• Coordinate project activities in Bhutan in partnership with the Project leadership at Humber Toronto.

• Coordinate with MoESD in the implementation of project activities in Bhutan.

• Play an active role in the coordination between local stakeholders, keeping them informed and getting buy-in.

• Advise on activities and implementation of the project in the country according to the funding guidelines and project implementation plan.

• Work collaboratively with BEST financial officer and administrative officer on the development of quality and timely narrative and financial reports.

• Provide technical expertise related to TVET in Bhutan.

• Support the Project Lead and the Project Director with coordinating PMU and other committee meetings.

• Coordinate the implementation of project activities in the country and recommend required actions.

• Provide support in monitoring, evaluation and Learning activities, i.e. data collection, as needed.

• Facilitate international delegations to Bhutan and visits to Canada.

• Provide on-the-ground support and orient subject matter experts, volunteers, and donors.

• Maintain thorough records of all project reports and be audit-ready.

• Apply a sound understanding of projects in the international development context and nuances, including codes of conduct and practice, as well as funding specifications.

• Apply a thorough understanding of the external funder’s requirements to ensure that the project is being carried out in the expected manner.

• Support the implementation of the communication and dissemination strategy and provide advice based on the knowledge of the local context.

• Other activities that may be required for the proper implementation of the project.

𝗤𝘂𝗮𝗹𝗶𝗳𝗶𝗰𝗮𝘁𝗶𝗼𝗻𝘀, 𝗖𝗼𝗺𝗽𝗲𝘁𝗲𝗻𝗰𝗶𝗲𝘀 & 𝗦𝗸𝗶𝗹𝗹𝘀:

• Complete fluency in English and Dzongkha

• Bhutan citizen. Note: Humber will not provide a work permit or sponsor individuals.

• An undergraduate degree in international development/education/project management (or related/allied sector) or a minimum Bachelor’s degree with training in international development.

• 12 years of general working experience, including 8 years of relevant experience in project management working at/with government agencies or international organizations in Bhutan

• Prior experience with managing bilateral and or multilateral-funded projects.

• Strong knowledge and at least three years of experience in the Technical and Vocational Education and Training/Education/ Employment sectors related project in Bhutan.

• Strong communication skills, including the ability to liaise cross-functionally and cross-culturally with all internal and external stakeholders.

• Demonstrated experience in report writing for external funders and developing communication materials for project procurement purposes.

• Demonstrated ability using Microsoft Office Suite (Word, Excel)—willingness to learn and use other software.

• Excellent organizational, communication, and interpersonal skills.

• Ability to work both independently and collaboratively on a team.

𝗠𝗲𝘁𝗵𝗼𝗱 𝗼𝗳 𝗔𝗽𝗽𝗹𝗶𝗰𝗮𝘁𝗶𝗼𝗻:

Interested candidates should submit their application with the following documents to the email address 𝗜𝗗𝗜𝗰𝗮𝗿𝗲𝗲𝗿𝘀@𝗵𝘂𝗺𝗯𝗲𝗿.𝗰𝗮 with the title of the position in the subject line. The deadline for receiving applications is 5th January 2025, at 5 p.m. For further queries, contact idicareers@humber.ca.

MANDATORY DOCUMENTS TO BE SUBMITTED

1. Latest updated Curriculum Vitae (CV).

2. Name of three references (professional and/or academic only).

3. Copy of academic transcripts as per the announcement

4. Copy of Citizenship Identity Card.

5. Any other relevant documents and certificate