Field Coordinator

Field Coordinators are key staff responsible for the day-to-day coordination of project activities on the ground. They serve as the primary link between the project and local stakeholders including partner CSOs (sub-grantees and others) and local authorities to facilitate communication, organize activities, and monitor progress in their respective locations. Key Responsibilities: Act as the project s representative in the assigned governorate, maintaining regular communication with local civil society partners and beneficiaries. The Field Coordinator will build strong working relationships with CSOs (including sub-grantees and other mentee organizations), relevant local government authorities, and community stakeholders. Support and participate in the project s needs assessment and data collection efforts at the local level. This may involve arranging interviews, focus group discussions, and surveys with CSO leaders, community members, and officials to gather baseline information and feedback for the project. Facilitate the implementation of project activities in the field. Coordinate the logistics of capacity-building training and workshops taking place in the governorate (e.g., securing venues, mobilizing participants, distributing materials) and ensure these events run smoothly. Provide ongoing mentorship and guidance to sub-grantee CSOs in the area. Be available to answer their day-to-day queries, assist in problem-solving, and coach them through challenges in project execution, thereby strengthening their capacity. Monitor sub-grantees project activities on the ground through regular site visits and meetings. The Field Coordinator will observe trainings or community events conducted by the sub-grantees, verify delivery of services to beneficiaries, and check that activities align with the agreed project plans. Any issues or deviations should be reported and addressed promptly. Assist sub-grantees in complying with project standards and donor requirements. For example, help them understand and follow guidelines on branding, participant data collection, or financial documentation when spending grant funds. Organize and participate in local consultative meetings between CSOs and local officials , as planned by the project. The Field Coordinator will handle on-the-ground preparations for these meetings and encourage active participation, thus contributing to improved CSO-government dialogue in the governorate. (These efforts support the project s objective of close CSO-local authority consultation and coordination.) Coordinate the involvement of LMF s local volunteer network in project activities. The Field Coordinator will mobilize and guide volunteers for tasks such as community outreach, data collection, assisting in training delivery, or supporting sub-grant events, leveraging LMF s strong volunteer presence in the region. Regularly report on field progress to the central project team. This includes providing weekly or monthly updates on activities completed, data collected (e.g. training attendance, monitoring observations), challenges encountered, and any success stories. Contribute reliable field data to the Monitoring & Evaluation Officer for measuring project results. Ensure that all field activities are conducted safely and ethically, respecting local customs and the project s cross-cutting principles (e.g. inclusiveness, gender sensitivity). The Field Coordinator should also handle any necessary local permissions or coordination meetings with authorities to secure support for project implementation. Core Competencies and Skills Achievement focused: Follow Results-based management (RBM) in achieving planned goals and objectives. Working Smart: Achieve more in less time. Balances between work life and personal life to ensure the sustainability of high-quality performance. Able to contribute and create a participatory, enjoyable, fulfilling, and rewarding work environment. Accountability: Holds self-accountable to making decisions and managing resources efficiently. Holds the team and partners accountable to deliver on their responsibilities - giving them the freedom to deliver in the best way they see fit, providing the necessary development to improve performance. Ambition: Sets ambitious and challenging goals for himself/herself (and the team), takes responsibility for self-development and encourages others to do the same Widely shares their vision, engages, and motivates others to contribute to the bigger vision of LMF. Future orientated and thinks strategically. Thinks globally and acts locally. Collaboration: Builds and maintains effective relationships with project team, colleagues and external partners.

Desired Candidate Profile

Bachelor s degree in a relevant field (e.g. social sciences, development studies, public administration, or management). 3 to 5 years of experience in development or civic engagement projects, preferably in roles directly related to project implementation with civil society organizations. Demonstrated experience in managing or coordinating grant programs for NGOs, which includes preparing calls for proposals, evaluating project proposals, and monitoring funded projects. Knowledge of EU grant procedures or compliance for funding third parties is an advantage. Demonstrated experience in organizing and facilitating capacity building activities such as trainings, workshops, coaching programs, or community meetings. Experience in fostering collaboration between civil society and government stakeholders is highly desirable. Familiarity with the challenges and needs of local CSOs in Egypt. Prior experience working with community-based organizations in Upper Egypt or Sinai (or similar contexts) will be considered a strong asset. Excellent organizational skills and attention to detail capable of handling multiple event logistics, maintaining records, and managing schedules efficiently. Strong communication and interpersonal abilities. Must be able to engage effectively with a wide range of actors, including local NGO staff, volunteers, and government officials. Ability to work well in a team and coordinate with colleagues remotely across different governorates. Should be proactive in sharing information and jointly solving problems with team members. Good writing skills for reporting and documentation purposes. Competency in Microsoft Office (Word, Excel, PowerPoint) and basic data management tools is required. Fluency in Arabic (spoken and written) is required for daily communication with local partners; good command of English is also required for reporting to the donor and reading project materials.