Program Coordinator at Jami Al Hakeem Foundation

Jami Al Hakeem Foundation is a nonprofit, non-governmental organization, registered with the Corporate Affairs Commission (CAC) in 2008. The foundation since its inception has extensive experience in coordinating programme interventions across communities and various target audience including youths, women, girls, traditional leaders, etc. The organization has vast experience in coordination, management and administration of development programmes that bring together a range of stakeholders, including state and non-state actors. Jami Al Hakeem has also demonstrated experience in delivery of effective and sustainable programme aimed at addressing all forms of violence against women and girls (protection) in Nigeria; our programme areas also include: Livelihood and Food security, education, peace building. Jami Al Hakeem Foundation works in 4 states- Borno, Adamawa , Yobe and Gombe states.

Location: Borno

Application Closing date: September 5, 2025.

Job Responsibilities

• Develop and manage a detailed project work plan, including timelines, milestones, and resource allocation.
• Lead and manage the project team, ensuring clear communication, task delegation, and effective teamwork.
• Oversee the construction/rehabilitation of boreholes and sanitation facilities.
• Coordinate hygiene promotion activities and marketing of toilet facilities.
• Liaise with government officials, local communities, and stakeholders to ensure project acceptance and sustainability.
• Manage project budget and ensure all expenditures are compliant with donor regulations.
• Prepare and submit timely progress reports (monthly, quarterly, and final) to donors and management.
• Monitor project risks and develop mitigation strategies.
• Conduct regular field visits to monitor project progress and address any challenges.
• Document lessons learned and best practices throughout the project cycle.

Qualifications

• University Degree in Public Health, Water Resources Engineering, Development Studies, or a related field.
• Minimum 5 years of experience in managing WASH projects.
• Proven experience in project planning, monitoring, and evaluation.
• Strong leadership, communication, and interpersonal skills.
• Excellent organizational and time management skills.
• Experience working in conflict-affected areas (advantageous).
• Fluency in English and Hausa language is a must.

How To Apply

Interested and qualified candidates should send their Applications in PDF format to: [email protected]  using the job title as the subject of the mail.

Application Process

• All applicants must send a cover letter and an updated CV (no longer than four pages) in English.
• CV and Cover Letter indicating and explaining the suitability to the position applied.
• Provide contact details (name, position, email address and tel. no.) of 3 professional non-related referees, whereas 1 must be from the latest Employer. Please do not attach any written recommendations.
• Applications should be addressed to: Human Resource Officer.
• Only applications that address the stipulated duties and meet the required qualifications, sent together with a CV, will be considered. CV-only applications will not be considered. Please note: The position title and location must be written in the subject line of the e-mail otherwise the application will not be considered.
• J-HF considers all applicants on the basis of merit without regard to color, religion, age, marital status, or disability.

Note

• Only shortlisted candidates will be contacted.
• Short-listed candidates will be responsible for their logistics and accommodation during the interview.
• Due to the large number of expected applicants, J-HF will only inform shortlisted candidates for written tests and oral interviews.
• For general information about J-HF, kindly visit: www.jamialhakeemfoundation.org
• Women and PLWDs are strongly encouraged to apply.