Area Program Coordinator

Food for the Hungry, Inc.

. Support engagement with community members to analyze local systems, identify patterns, and identify high-impact intervention areas .

Posted 10/27/2026full-timeLeka Dulecha • EthiopiaMid-LevelSeniorWebsite

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Core Competencies

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Demonstrates strong program management and coordination skills, with a focus on community engagement and stakeholder collaboration. Proficient in project planning, financial management, and compliance with organizational and donor policies.

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Program ManagementStakeholder EngagementProject CoordinationReport WritingSupervisory Responsibility

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Hard Skills

Project ManagementBudget ManagementMonitoring and EvaluationProcurement PlanningRisk ManagementData AnalysisCommunity DevelopmentReport WritingCompliance ManagementPerformance Appraisal

Soft Skills

Interpersonal SkillsCommunication SkillsFlexibilityInitiative TakingListening Skills

Tools & Technologies

Google PlatformsMicrosoft OfficeMS WordMS ExcelMS AccessPowerPointEmail CommunicationVirtual Technologies

Certifications & Qualifications

Bachelor’s Degree in Public HealthMaster’s Degree in Public Health (Desirable)

Industry Keywords

Non-Profit ExperienceCommunity DevelopmentAccountabilityEthical PoliciesSafeguarding Policies

About the role

Key responsibilities & impact

Support engagement with community members to analyze local systems, identify patterns, and identify high-impact intervention areas
Support co-creation of community-led, contextually appropriate projects
Manage and coordinate project implementation according to approved plans and budgets
Co-lead yearly, quarterly, and monthly project planning
Promote collaboration among stakeholders and the project
Plan and conduct regular field visits to supervise activities
Provide technical support to implementing staff and volunteers
Participate in annual activity plan and budget development
Strengthen implementing-partner capacity where applicable
Prepare and submit quarterly, bi-annual, and annual progress reports
Review and file project documentation and best practices
Share monitoring and evaluation findings with relevant stakeholders
Manage project finances and assets under FH policies and donor regulations
Support monthly Budget Variance Analysis reviews
Develop procurement plans and track procurements
Manage the project risk register
Ensure compliance with FH, donor, and government policies and procedures
Promote FH’s Community-System for Accountability and Feedback (C-SAFE)
Supervise, manage, and build the capacity of program staff, including Development Facilitators
Conduct bi-annual staff performance appraisals
Monitor and document partner performance
Build strategic relationships and networks with partners, NGOs, government, churches, local leaders, and stakeholders
Develop information-sharing platforms
Participate in joint campaigns and advocacy initiatives
Contribute to project proposals
Perform other assigned duties

Requirements

What you’ll need

A vibrant personal relationship with Jesus Christ, a Christian commitment to serving the poor, and full agreement with FH’s Christian beliefs
Demonstrable knowledge and experience in program management and coordination
Ability to build and maintain strong relationships with local communities and other stakeholders
Commitment to accountability to beneficiaries, showing dignity and respect, and demonstrating listening and understanding skills
Good report writing, interpersonal and communications skills
Flexibility to work under pressure and meet strict deadlines
Ability to reside within the area program
Proficiency in Google platforms, Microsoft Office products, and virtual technologies
Bachelor’s degree/BSc in Public Health or equivalent combination of education; Master’s degree/MPH is desirable
Minimum 3–5 years of experience in project management
Non-profit or community development experience is a plus
Strong computer skills and knowledge of MS Word, MS Excel, MS Access, PowerPoint, and email communication
High level of initiative taking
Proficiency in both spoken and written English
Ability to speak the local language of the area is an added advantage
Supervisory responsibility
Compliance with FH safeguarding, ethical, and organizational policies