Under the direct supervision of the Programme Lead and the overall guidance of the Country Manager, the Programme Support Coordinator will perform the following duties:

Support programme implementation and ensure consistency with project design and goals;

Manage the coordination of work and information between IDLO and the Anti-Trafficking-in-Persons Secretariat;

Communicate and serve as a liaison between IDLO and the range of partners working on trafficking in persons;

Provide programme management technical support to national partners working on trafficking in persons;

Monitor project activities to ensure timely completion and make recommendations for timely and optimal course corrections;

Conduct research on legal, political, social, and economic events, trends, and/or developments that may impact project delivery; and produce analytical reports;

Provide advice on the country context and emerging issues that need to be addressed by IDLO;

Build relationships and maintain networks with the law and justice actors in the responsible country, particularly those supporting the Government of Cote D’Ivoire in its efforts to combat trafficking-in-persons;

Represent IDLO in programme events as required; and under the guidance of the supervisor, build relationships and liaise with donors, UN agencies, government institutions; civil society organizations and other stakeholders in the specific thematic areas and in the general rule of law and access to justice field;

Contribute to routine reports, briefings, analyses, and assessments as required;

Maintain professional and timely communications with and between partners and IDLO;

Any other duties that may be assigned by the supervisor.

Job Requirements

Education and Work Experience

• Graduate degree, Masters or equivalent, in Law, International Relations, Development Studies, or any other related field is required;
• 3-5 years of relevant professional experience, ideally within an international organization, is required;
• Professional experience in capacity development and rule of law programming would be an asset;

 Specific knowledge, skills, and behavioral competencies

• Familiarity with the standard programme and data management methodologies, tools, processes, and results-based management and monitoring and evaluation principles.
• Excellent written and verbal communication skills.
• Good knowledge of Microsoft Word, Excel, and PowerPoint; Proficient use of other ICT software and internet software.
• Works well with others and actively participates. Shares information contributes, encourages, and motivates others to become involved in team activities. Provides constructive feedback and willingly helps others. Contributes to a fair environment that fosters collaboration and cooperation. Works effectively across and within IDLO organizational boundaries.
• Proven ability to see through tasks set and deliver results.
• Ability to work under pressure with tight deadlines, flexibility, and an entrepreneurial spirit.
• Ability and willingness to travel to the region when necessary.
• Keen sense of ethics, integrity, and commitment to IDLO’s mandate.

Languages

• Fluency in spoken and written English is required.