National Project Coordinator

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BAC Level+5 Deadline: 21 Jan 2019 2026

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Education / Qualifications

Position Title: National Project Coordinator (NPC)

Experience

Year of Experience Required: 3 years

Location

Date of Submission: 21/01/2026 Job description Introduction The International Labour Organization (ILO) is implementing the Safety and Health for All Flagship Programme to improve the safety and health of workers worldwide through development cooperation. In this context, the ILO is launching two new projects aimed at improving occupational safety and health (OSH) and access to social protection in agriculture (wood and agribusiness sector). République from Congo. The strategy and actions envisaged by the ILO will contribute to: (i): improving knowledge on OSH and/or social protection in target sectors; (ii) strengthening national legal and policy frameworks (iii) increasing national capacities and improving the supply of services for disadvantaged groups in the value chain, thus promoting the development of skills necessary to ensure improved OSH in the workplace as well as improved access to health social protection.

Other information

To ensure effective implementation of methodological support, the ILO will appoint a National Coordinator of NOB grade for a period of 12 months, renewable. The position is based at Brazzaville, in République Democratic Republic of Congo. The incumbent will perform the duties of National Project Coordinator (NPC) and work closely with other related Country Office programs/projects. Kinshasa (BP-Kinshasa) as required.

Responsibilities

The National Project Coordinator (NPC) works under the overall responsibility of the Director of the ILO Country Office at Kinshasa and under his direct supervision. As part of his/her duties, he/she will receive technical support from the Specialists of the Occupational Safety and Health Service (OSHE) and the Social Dialogue, Labour Relations and Labour Governance Service (LABGOV) based in Geneva. The NOC will be responsible for overseeing the national project team consisting of an administrative assistant and a driver. Core functions and responsibilities The tasks and main responsibilities are described as follows: Lead the implementation, monitoring and evaluation of both projects in a timely manner by performing management functions, including technical and administrative supervision of the project team, in accordance with ILO policy, rules and regulations and according to the final version of the project document and work plan Prepare periodic technical reports to be submitted to relevant donors and ILO units Provide contributions under the Global Security Program + Health for All and contribute to global assessments, as needed Contribute to the monitoring and evaluation of project implementation. Ensure the collection of data allowing to measure the implementation status of projects according to the determined indicators and ensure the regular updating of these data in the database of the program "logalto" Document project achievements and best practices throughout their implementation Identify new opportunities for collaboration with OHS actors at different levels, and promote and facilitate coordination between them Represent projects in national forums including media, academics and others Propose and implement a comprehensive project communication and visibility strategy Prepare information materials for projects and ensure their dissemination. Identify the key actors for the implementation of the activities of the two projects concerned in République the Congo Conduct a rapid literature review of conditions in target sectors/chains based on previous ILO research Contribute to the design of an integrated intervention strategy to improve OSH conditions and/or access to social protection in the target sectors in consultation with all stakeholders Provide technical support to project stakeholders, including government authorities and other relevant public institutions as well as employers’ and workers’ organizations in the sector Plan, organize and lead seminars, workshops, trainings and meetings on the topics covered by the projects. This may involve the development/adaptation of training and capacity-building guides, manuals and other knowledge-sharing materials.

Main duties

Undertake missions to project sites, as part of capacity building processes and technical support to constituents and stakeholders Carry out other tasks at the request of the ILO Country Office Directorate in Kinshasa

Candidate profile

Education Êhold a university degree in the fields of social, economic, engineering, or any related field. A university degree or post-university diploma in Occupational Safety and Health (OSH) or in fields related to OHS is a definite advantage. Experience At least three (03) years of professional experience as an occupational health and safety expert in the wood or agribusiness sector République from Congo. Professional experience as a technical expert in development projects related to occupational health and safety, labour inspection, social protection and/or global supply chains is a definite advantage. Languages Excellent command of French and good knowledge of local languages. Knowledge of English is a plus Skills -Ability to give technical advice in the area of specialization. -Ability to conceptualize and design research techniques and analyze existing complex OHS practices and datasets. -Competence in work organization, human resources management, and ability to develop effective relationships with different partners. -Pedagogical and versatile ability to master the different stages of projects, from design and implementation to reporting. -Ability to prepare reports and publications of high quality, technically correct and with conclusions allowing the development of action plans and programmes. -Faculties of negotiation and ability to facilitate dialogue, to bring different stakeholders to collaborate. Ability to communicate and raise awareness among Project stakeholders. -Tact and diplomacy in dealing with third parties. -Ability to take initiative.

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