Overview
The FONGA Coordination & Localisation Manager will play a strategic leadership and influence role, complemented by targeted technical and operational support, to strengthen inclusive and effective coordination, support national NGO forums, and advance the localisation agenda.
Tasks Summary
- Lead the development and implementation of FONGA’s Coordination and Localisation pillars strategies.
- Monitor related key policy processes and discussions at national, regional and global levels.
- Support the development of strategic partnerships and represent/position FONGA in relevant external spaces and coordination platforms.
- Lead internal coordination mechanisms and coordination/localisation-related projects.
- Ensure structured reporting, knowledge management and capitalisation.
Experience Requirements
- Minimum 6 years of professional experience in humanitarian organisations.
- Regional or global experience is an advantage.
- Demonstrated knowledge of the humanitarian coordination architecture, with proven experience engaging in coordination mechanisms.
- Demonstrated expertise in localisation, including familiarity with key frameworks and processes, with proven experience engaging in localization projects or initiatives.
- Robust understanding of NGO platforms’ functioning and governance, with proven experience supporting or working with NGO fora/networks.
- Proven experience in developing and maintaining strategic partnerships and contributing to policy processes and joint initiatives at regional or global level.
- Proven experience in capacity strengthening, including training design, facilitation, and coaching.
- Excellent understanding of humanitarian dynamics in West and Central Africa, including key trends, processes and policy debates related to coordination and localisation.
- Strong knowledge of major humanitarian issues, humanitarian principles, and the broader international humanitarian system.
- Demonstrated experience in developing and applying governance frameworks, fundraising approaches and practical strategic tools for humanitarian organisations, networks or platforms.
- Ability to provide strategic advice and guidance to senior leadership at regional and country levels, including in complex operational environments.
- Proven experience working in volatile and high-pressure contexts, with strong adaptability, sound judgement and a solutions-oriented approach.
- Excellent written and verbal communication skills, including the ability to produce clear, persuasive and audience-appropriate materials for diverse stakeholders.
- Strong interpersonal skills and proven ability to build trust and enable effective collaboration across teams and with external partners.
- High level of flexibility and ability to adjust priorities in response to changing contexts, emerging needs and new requirements.
Qualification Requirements
• Master’s degree in a humanitarian-related field, social sciences, or another relevant discipline.
