Project Coordinator – project based

February 5, 2026 •

Posted 11 hours ago

Job Description

Country: Kenya
Organization: Qatar Charity
Closing date: 16 Feb 2026

Under the direct supervision of the Project Development Manager, the Project Coordinator will perform the following:

  • Technical Support
    • Provide technical input to prepare or adapt technical drawings and designs of Project activities, as required by the project and according to standard guidelines or codes
    • Prepare and/or revise bill of quantities (BoQs), technical drawings and work plans related to the construction and rehabilitation works to be undertaken within the project implementation period.
    • In general, provide technical input to the project manager to prepare or revise the technical documentation in every necessary tender dossier.
    • Provide input to prepare and to draw reports on the technical team’s activities as required or assigned
    • Keep track record of the progress of the implementation of construction and rehabilitation activities in the field and share the documents with the Area manager and/or MEAL Unit
    • Report to and discuss with the Programme Development Manager on regular base any technical issues of the field activities which may have a direct impact on the general implementation of the project or of the organization’s activities in the area.
    • Development and submission of quality Donor and programmes reports are required.
  • Monitoring and Evaluation

    • Provide input to develop activities’ monitoring evaluation accountability and learning tools

    • Collect, analyze, and interpret all technical data concerning the project activities to support the project.

      • Ensure together with the technical field team the proper monitoring and evaluation of all construction and rehabilitation works executed by the contracted service providers and provide regular feedback to the project development Manager

    • Coordination

      • Establishing relationships with project beneficiaries, community leaders and other community groups-while managing emerging issues, including conflicts.
      • Participate in sectorial coordination meetings at local when requested by the line Manager.
      • Keep herself/himself as well as the technical team up to date on sector working groups and local authorities’ news, reports, recommendations, requirements, etc.
      • Quickly reacting to changes – of any kind – in the field and its context in which the project activities are being implemented, informing immediately the senior management about them, and contribute to finding proper adjustments
      • Coordinate with other actors and stakeholders in the field.

    • Education Qualifications and language

    • Bachelor’s degree in civil engineering or its equivalent from a recognized university

    • Knowledge and skills in use of engineering design software’s; AutoCAD, ArchiCAD, and related Add-Ons – MANDATORY

    • In-depth skills and knowledge in all aspects of engineering

    • Excellent English language skills (written and spoken).

    • Essential Knowledge, skills, and Experience

    • Not less than 3 years’ experience of projects Coordination. Experience in ASAL Counties will be an added advantage

    • Good Project Cycle Management, reporting and documentation skills

    • Experience in working in unsecure zones with knowledge in Standard Operation Procedures

    • Knowledge of International and National Standards/policies governing construction programmer i.e SPHERE and Water Act 2002

    • Experience in solar systems, boreholes, shallow well development works

    • Proven project implementation and management skills

    • Experience of drafting and writing project documents or proposals,

    • Experience of INGOs system in the same field,

    • Experience in developing linkages with INGOs, Government agencies, Institutional donors and other stakeholders,

    • Experience of working in culturally sensitive areas thereby managing circumstances through high level of diplomacy and tact.

    • Demonstrated ability for strategic thinking and analysis

    • Proven technical competencies in planning, design, and implementation of WASH programmer as well as sound financial skills (e.g., budgeting),

    • Experience of working with a team in a multi-cultural environment in emergency and development settings and good team leadership,

    • Positive and ability to build consensus in problem solving,

    • A focus on results, balanced with a sensitive and honest approach to people.

    • Desirable Knowledge, skills, and Experience

    • Programmatic expertise on the following themes: Integrated Sustainable Programmes, humanitarian interventions, DRR, gender issues, conflict, sustainable livelihoods etc

    • Experience of working and providing support from a distance

    • Strong computer skills (Design Packages, MS Word, MS Excel, MS Access, MS Power Point, MS Project, SPSS).

    • Sympathetic with aims, values & objectives of Qatar Charity Kenya

      Reporting To: Project Development Manager

How to apply

How to Apply:
Interested candidates are encouraged to send their updated CV, cover letter, and contact details of three professional references to qckenya@qcharity.org . Please label email “Project Coordinator Position – Kenya Office” in the subject line.

Note: Only shortlisted candidates will be contacted