Project Coordinator
Dubai, United Arab Emirates
Job Description
The main responsibility of the Project Coordinator will be to assist the Project Manager in the successful delivery of the Environmental conservation project in Masfout & Al Bithnah and also for developing other Terrestrial conservation projects, this includes liaising with stakeholders, administrative coordination, field works monitoring, financial monitoring and reporting, fieldwork, data collection and management, engagement with local communities and providing technical support on conservation & farming practices. The role will also provide support to the membership product activation activities at the project level and beyond if required.
Key Responsibilities
Project implementation of the falaj restoration project and integration with membership products.
- Collaborate with the Project Manager to conceptualize, plan, and design conservation projects.
- Effectively implement tasks assigned by the project manager as per agreed schedules.
- Assist the project manager in monitoring project expenses aligned with project workplans and budgets.
- Lead internal project progress meetings, update project timelines, support external meetings and keep Minutes of Meeting.
- Provide support in administering contracts of external consultants and vendors, as well as monitoring timely and high-quality submission of agreed deliverables and outputs.
- Monitor construction activities to ensure compliance with project specifications and quality standards.
- Conduct inspections and quality checks at various project stages.
- Maintain accurate and up-to-date project documentation, including drawings, permits, and contracts.
- Generate regular progress reports for project stakeholders.
- Ensure compliance with all relevant safety regulations and promote a culture of safety on the construction site and enforce safety protocols.
- Contribute to the successful delivery of scientific research related to the project.
- Organize logistics, conduct field surveys, record and analyze data.
- Contribute to the organization and engagement of local communities through majlises.
- Planning and implementation of tree planting activities.
- Support project manager in identifying partnerships and fundraising needs and in developing concept notes as required.
- Assist in delivering scientific outcomes and conducting field activities.
- Provide support on WWF Reporting and ENWWF Annual Report
Required qualifications
- 5-6 years\xe2\x80\x99 experience in project supervision and implementation for environmental conservation
- Graduate degree in environmental science, conservation biology, agriculture, or relevant field
- Fluency in English is essential. Knowledge of Arabic is desirable. High level of cultural sensitivity and awareness with ability to work in a multi-cultural setting.
- Proven knowledge and or experience in the non-profit sector, preferably of environmental non-government organizations.
Competencies
Emirates Nature-WWF Focus: Acts as a member of Emirates Nature-WWF, placing higher priority on Emirates Nature-WWF goals than own goals and anticipating the effects of own area\xe2\x80\x99s actions on others to ensure holistic Emirates Nature-WWF outcomes. External Orientation: Looks outwards ensuring WWF stays relevant, continues to anticipate and adapt to external environmental and global trends. Delivering Quality Outcomes: Establishes stretch goals, plans, using best judgment and takes responsibility for planning to and delivering on outcomes. Building Working Relationships: Builds collaborative relationships through the understanding and development of other\xe2\x80\x99s and own ideas. Communicating Effectively: Uses appropriate means of communication to convey messages, seeks input from others and ensures understanding. Leading Teams: Develops direction and shared purpose, builds a team through coaching to ensure the accomplishment of goals and high-level team performance. Leading Change: Encourages and seeks out innovative solutions and brings people on a journey constructively and empathetically. Managing Resources: Makes the right judgments based on financial and resource availability. Establishing Strategic Direction: Generates options to achieve long-range goals, selects the best strategies for success and delivers on strategic goals.
Building Organizational Capability: Diagnoses individual and team capability and development needs and champions talent management.
Skills required
- Environmental Knowledge
- Proficiency in Project Management
- Strong written and verbal communication skills
- Monitoring and Evaluation
- Community Engagement
Working relationships
Internal: Works closely with Conservation and Operations teams. External: Works closely with Stakeholders, Consultants and Suppliers.
Value
Behaviors
Innovation
- Impact Driven
- Balance between proactivity and reactivity
- Plan but not over plan
- Implement innovatively with a future driven mindset
- Being courageous
- Embedding MTP with impact at scale
Experiment & Solution Driven
- Embrace decision making process based on adaptive Management
Together We\xe2\x80\x99re Stronger
- Working together as matrix organization to implement strongly
Integrity & Trust
- Be confident
- Believe in success
- Retain high level of ethics
Adaptable
- Entrepreneurial
- Keeping to the ambition/vision/goal/ and MTP
- Ensure we are meeting the plan to achieve goals whilst adapting tactical plans along the way
Additional information
Emirates Nature-WWF is an equal opportunity employer. We welcome diversity in the workplace and offer a flexible and diverse place of employment.
Emirates Nature-WWF staff participate wholeheartedly in general activities and events that require the full support and participation of all staff members, whether the focus of any particular event or activity has any bearing on the job description and assigned project objectives and activities.
How to apply
Please send your application consisting of a cover letter explaining why you are the right candidate to work with EN-WWF and your CV with the subject \xe2\x80\x98Application for Project Coordinator\xe2\x80\x99 to the attention of HR Manager on careers@enwwf.ae before (25th September 2023).
Emirates Nature reserves the right to appoint a candidate prior this date.
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Job Detail
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Job IdJD1589405
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IndustryNot mentioned
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Total Positions1
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Job Type:Full Time
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Salary:Not mentioned
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Employment StatusPermanent
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Job LocationDubai, United Arab Emirates
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EducationNot mentioned