Job Title: Project Coordinator – SIOC-CDT Child Health Project
Grade: Lower B
Reports to: Technical Programme Lead
Reporting to this post: Community Change Agents (CCAs)
Base: Northern Cape (we need a person in Northen Cape (Joe Morolong and Ga-Segonyana Local Municipality)
Travel Requirements: Frequent Local travel within Ga-Segonyana and Joe Morolong communities
Work Schedule: 5 day week
Asset Responsibilities: Save the Children work tools and Project assets
Child Safeguarding Statement
Save the Children South Africa (SCSA) has zero tolerance towards the abuse and exploitation of children by any of our representatives and is equally committed to doing everything within our power to avoid unintended harm to children through our work. All staff are expected to uphold SCSA's Child Safeguarding Policy, Code of Conduct and associated safeguarding procedures.
Purpose of Role
The objectives of this project are to:
- Increase access to nutrition and care services for households and families
- Generate community interest to promote the optimal growth and development of young children and the demand for basic health and nutrition services in the community.
The project coordinator will be responsible for implementation of all project activities, including trainings and supervision of project staff (CCAs). The position will also work with the Monitoring, Evaluation and Learning (MEAL) team to support the necessary theory of change and results framework review and alignment to the programme. The Project officer will continue to support, establish, and strengthen partnerships with various stakeholders including government departments and Civil Society Organisations. The postholder will lead project activities related to partner organisational development, evidence generation, stakeholder engagement, child participation, and policy influence. The role will also contribute to Save the Children South Africa's broader national child protection and child participation advocacy agenda.
Key Responsibilities
1. Project Implementation and Coordination
- Coordinate implementation of all project activities in accordance with approved project plans, budgets and timelines.
- Track and implement project plans and schedules and monitor progress against targets.
- Coordinate project logistics, training events, mentoring activities and stakeholder engagements.
- Ensure project activities are implemented in line with SCSA quality standards and donor requirements.
2. Partner Capacity Strengthening and Oversight
- Coordinate implementation of partner capacity strengthening plans.
- Support partner organisations to strengthen safeguarding, child participation, programme quality and MEAL systems.
- Provide ongoing mentoring, coaching and accompaniment to partner staff.
- Monitor partner performance against agreed deliverables, quality standards and workplans.
- Conduct partner support visits and facilitate reflection and learning processes.
- Support localisation objectives by strengthening partner ownership and sustainability.
Learning, Documentation and Knowledge Management
- Develop case studies, success stories, learning briefs and donor-facing content.
- Coordinate learning and reflection sessions with partners and stakeholders.
- Support dissemination of evidence through workshops, forums and stakeholder engagements.
- Contribute to programme adaptation based on evidence and feedback.
Stakeholder Engagement and Partnership Development
- Build and maintain productive relationships with government departments, schools, CSOs and networks.
- Represent Save the Children in relevant advocacy, child protection and health forums.
- Support coordination between implementing partners and key stakeholders.
- Facilitate information sharing and collaborative planning processes.
- Contribute to strengthening local and national advocacy coalitions.
Monitoring, Evaluation, Accountability and Learning (MEAL)
- Review partner reports and provide feedback on quality and completeness.
- Support collection, analysis and interpretation of programme data.
- Monitor implementation progress against project indicators and milestones.
- Maintain project documentation and evidence files.
- Contribute to donor and internal reporting requirements.
BEHAVIOURS (SAVE THE CHILDREN VALUES IN PRACTICE)
Accountability
- Holds self-accountable for delivering quality work and achieving agreed outcomes.
- Ensures compliance with safeguarding, donor and organisational requirements.
Ambition
• Demonstrates commitment to advancing children's rights and gender equality.
• Takes initiative and identifies opportunities for influence and impact.
Collaboration
• Builds strong relationships with partners, children, government and colleagues.
• Values diversity and promotes meaningful participation.
Creativity
• Develops innovative approaches to advocacy, learning and partner strengthening.
• Identifies practical solutions to implementation challenges.
Integrity
• Acts with honesty, professionalism and transparency.
• Upholds Save the Children's values and safeguarding commitments.
Qualifications
- A relevant degree/Diploma in Health/ Development studies and related field.
A valid driver’s licence and able to drive a vehicle without supervision from the 1st day of appointment.
Experience and Skills
• At least 3 years’ experience working in the children’s sector.
• A sound knowledge of project implementation and reporting
• Competent in MS Word computer packages
• Excellent technical know-how of child rights.
• Excellent verbal and written communication skills in English, ability to inform and engage
through written communication.
• Experience in planning and facilitating training.
• Strong initiative and ability to multitask, anticipate and prioritise without direct supervision.
• Experience in a non-government organisation,
Contract Details
This is a fixed-term position linked to the duration of the project, October 2026 to December 2027.
APPLICATION INFORMATION
Interested parties should submit their CV with a 1-page cover letter. Closing date for applications is Friday 11 September 2026 by 12:00 midday.
All applications should be submitted by email to: [email protected]
Please ensure that the subject line states: ‘Project Coordinator – SIOC.
Should you not hear from us after two weeks from the closing date consider your application unsuccessful.