Provincial Co-Ordinator at National Economic Development and Labour Council (Nedlac)

Key Responsibility Areas: 

Programme Implementation and Coordination 

• Lead and oversee the roll-out of national or regional programmes within the province. 
• Develop and monitor provincial implementation plans and ensure alignment with timelines and outcomes. 
• Coordinate local-level delivery through district officials, implementing partners, and community-based organisations. 
• Facilitate workshops, training, and community engagements to strengthen programme ownership. 

Stakeholder Engagement and Partnership Management 

• Establish and maintain strong working relationships with government departments, municipalities, traditional leadership, civil society, and private sector actors. 
• Represent the programme in provincial stakeholder platforms and coordination structures. 
• Serve as the primary liaison between the national office, implementing partners, and provincial counterparts. 

Communication and Advocacy 

• Develop and implement a provincial communication plan aligned with the national communication strategy. 
• Prepare press releases, briefs, and updates for stakeholders and the media where required. 
• Document and disseminate success stories, lessons learned, and case studies to highlight programme impact. 
• Ensure consistent branding, messaging, and visibility of the programme in all provincial activities. 
• Facilitate internal communication flows between the provincial team, districts, and the national secretariat. 
• Support public engagements, advocacy campaigns, and awareness events that promote programme goals. 

Monitoring, Evaluation, and Reporting 

• Collect, analyse, and validate programme data in collaboration with M&E officers. 
• Prepare and submit high-quality monthly, quarterly, and annual reports. 
• Monitor progress toward targets and identify risks or implementation gaps. 
• Recommend evidence-based improvements to enhance efficiency and impact. 

Operational and Financial Management 

• Manage provincial budgets, expenditures, and procurement processes in line with organisational policies. 
• Ensure compliance with financial and administrative procedures. 
• Oversee logistical planning for workshops, meetings, and field activities. 

Team Leadership and Supervision 

• Supervise and mentor district coordinators and support staff. 
• Foster a culture of teamwork, accountability, and excellence. 
• Support staff development and performance management 

Minimum Qualifications and Experience 

• Education: Bachelor’s degree in Public Administration, Development Studies, Communications, Social Sciences, or a related field. 
• Experience: Minimum 3 years of experience in programme coordination, communications, or stakeholder engagement, preferably within government, NGO, or development sectors. 
• Demonstrated experience in managing communications and media relations at provincial or project level. 
• Proven experience in working with multiple stakeholders and cross-sectoral partners