Community Development Coordinator - Africa

Global Connections; Idaho; Remote; USD 10,000 - 60,000; Full time

Job summary

An established industry player is seeking a passionate Community Development Project Coordinator to lead impactful initiatives in Sub-Saharan Africa. This role involves managing clean water projects, collaborating with local teams, and ensuring sustainable outcomes. You will bridge the gap between international partners and local communities, driving meaningful change in underserved areas. If you are adaptable, committed to community empowerment, and eager to make a lasting impact, this opportunity is perfect for you.

Qualifications

• Experience in community development and clean water initiatives.
• Ability to work in multicultural environments and coach local teams.

Responsibilities

• Collaborate with local partners to develop sustainable solutions.
• Manage project budgets, timelines, and stakeholder communication.

Skills

Community Development

Project Management

Clean Water Initiatives

Cross-Cultural Communication

Adaptability

Job description

Community Development Coordinator - Africa

Location: Sub-Saharan Africa / online + availability to travel

Do you have:

• A passion for community development in underserved areas
• Experience in clean water initiatives, project management, or community development
• The ability and desire to work in a multicultural, cross-cultural environment Sensitivity to the challenges faced by local communities and a commitment to empowering local partners
• A willingness to coach and work collaboratively with local teams
• A tolerance for uncertainty and adaptability in dynamic environments
• Imagination to identify and leverage opportunities to create lasting impact
• The ability to coordinate projects remotely and on the ground, including travel to field locations
• A commitment to long-term development efforts
• A willingness to learn from and respect the local culture
• The readiness and capability to go to the missions field within 1 year, including time to raise your missionary support and/or be self-funded.

We are looking for a Community Development Project Coordinator who will join a local team to manage clean water and community development projects across Sub-Saharan Africa. You will work closely with local partners, ensuring alignment on project goals and sustainable outcomes. Key responsibilities include:

• Collaborating with local partners to identify needs and develop appropriate, sustainable solutions, particularly related to water access and management.
• Coaching and training local teams in the operation and maintenance of water systems and other community development initiatives.
• Ensuring donor intent is met and managing communication with international partners and stakeholders.
• Collecting and reporting both hard and soft data from projects to inform future strategies and fundraising efforts.
• Managing project budgets, timelines, and coordination with local and international stakeholders.
• Conducting field visits to oversee project implementation and to ensure the quality and sustainability of interventions.

You will play a pivotal role in bridging the gap between international partners and local communities, ensuring that projects are impactful, contextually appropriate, and sustainable. This position requires someone with strong project management skills, a deep commitment to community empowerment, and a heart for seeing transformation in underserved areas.