Project coordinator

OVERVIEWThe Government of Malawi, through the National Local Government Finance Committee (NLGFC), has received financing from the World Bank Group and the Malawi Social Protection Multi-Donor Trust Fund. The funding is supported by the European Union, Ireland, the United Kingdom through FCDO, Germany through KIW, Iceland, and Norway.The financing will support the implementation of the Integrated Social Protection for Resilience and Opportunity (INSPIRE-O) project.NLGFC intends to use part of the proceeds to recruit qualified specialists and officers on three-year contracts, renewable annually based on performance and the availability of financial resources, or as mutually agreed by both parties.NLGFC therefore invites applications from suitably qualified and interested candidates for the position of Project Coordinator.JOB TYPE: Three-Year Contract, Renewable AnnuallyDate of Issue: Friday, 6th November 2026Application Deadline: Friday, 13th November 2026, at 5:00 PMDuty Station: NLGFC Offices, LilongweNumber of Positions: One (1)POSITION: PROJECT COORDINATORJOB SUMMARYThe Project Coordinator (PC) will head the Project Implementation Unit (PIU) at NLGFC and provide strategic leadership in the implementation of the INSPIRE-O project.The successful candidate will ensure the timely, effective, and compliant delivery of project activities to achieve the project's development objectives.The role requires a senior professional capable of managing a complex, multi-component project, coordinating diverse stakeholders, and ensuring compliance with fiduciary, environmental, and social safeguards.The Project Coordinator will serve as the principal operational counterpart to the World Bank on implementation, fiduciary, safeguards, and results matters, working alongside the Director of Social and Economic Services (DSES).KEY REQUIREMENTSAcademic Qualifications and Professional ExperienceApplicants must possess the following:A Master's degree in Project Management, Public Administration, Business Administration, Development Studies, Economics, or a related field from an accredited institution.A minimum of twelve (12) years of relevant working experience in senior project management positions.Strong experience in planning, budget management, and project execution within the public sector.Experience managing large donor-funded projects.Experience working with decentralisation and local government systems in Malawi.Experience in the management and coordination of large-scale adaptive social protection programmes in Malawi.TECHNICAL AND FUNCTIONAL COMPETENCIESThe ideal candidate should demonstrate:Proficiency in project and budget management software and tracking tools, including Microsoft Office.In-depth knowledge of World Bank procurement and financial management procedures.Knowledge of Government of Malawi financial and procurement regulations.Experience with digital delivery systems, Management Information Systems (MIS), beneficiary management, and data quality assurance.Strong project planning, monitoring, evaluation, and reporting skills.LEADERSHIP AND MANAGEMENT COMPETENCIESProven ability to lead and manage multidisciplinary and cross-sectoral teams.Excellent problem-solving and strategic-thinking skills.Demonstrated capacity to manage multi-stakeholder coordination and district-level implementation oversight.Strong communication, negotiation, and stakeholder-management skills.PERSONAL ATTRIBUTESThe successful candidate should demonstrate:Excellent written and spoken English.Ability to produce clear, concise, and high-quality technical reports.Strong interpersonal and diplomatic skills when engaging with senior government officials and development partners.High levels of motivation, integrity, transparency, and accountability.Ability to work under pressure and meet tight deadlines.Commitment to anti-corruption and anti-bribery ethics.DUTIES AND KEY RESPONSIBILITIES1. Strategic Planning and CoordinationLead the development, consolidation, and monitoring of Annual Work Plans and Budgets (AWPBs), ensuring alignment with project objectives, timelines, and financing agreements.Lead cross-component and cross-institutional coordination to facilitate information sharing and joint implementation among government agencies, local authorities, and service providers.Establish and maintain effective collaboration platforms with project stakeholders.Provide strategic oversight of adaptive social protection and shock-responsive delivery mechanisms.Ensure strategic coherence across delivery systems, including CoreMIS, digital payments and MSR oversight, beneficiary management, and data quality assurance.2. Fiduciary Management and ComplianceOversee project financial management in coordination with the Financial Management Specialist, including budgeting, cash-flow forecasting, and expenditure monitoring.Coordinate with the Procurement Specialist to ensure timely preparation, execution, and updating of procurement plans at central and