Programme Coordinator – West & Central Africa

About the role

The Programme Coordinator will ensure smooth implementation of Amnesty International's West and Central Africa programme, working closely with partner entities, donors, and regional offices. The role bridges communication between AI sections in Burkina Faso, Senegal, and Sierra Leone, the International Secretariat, and AI United Kingdom, supporting timely delivery of activities within budget and timeline.

Key responsibilities

• Coordinate timely submission, review, and consolidation of quarterly and annual narrative and financial reports for AI UK.
• Respond to queries arising from reports and ensure compliance with contractual requirements.
• Design and implement a comprehensive monitoring and evaluation framework with relevant stakeholders.
• Monitor programme delivery, expenditures, risks, and progress through regular communication, virtual review meetings, and annual field visits.
• Facilitate content gathering and knowledge sharing between AI UK and regional partners.

Required profile

• Proven experience coordinating multi‑year, multi‑country programmes with high‑value budgets, preferably on gender‑based violence, FGM, or child marriage.
• Significant background working for an international NGO, supporting local partners and managing donor‑funded projects.
• Strong knowledge of women’s and girls’ rights, gender‑based violence, FGM, and child marriage.
• General familiarity with the West Africa region, especially the covered countries.
• Excellent written and verbal communication skills in English and French.

Required skills

• None explicitly listed as technical skills.

What we offer

• Opportunity to contribute to a global human‑rights movement.
• Collaboration with diverse partners across West and Central Africa.
• Professional development within a leading international NGO.