Program Coordinator

PROGRAM COORDINATOR (BASED IN HO CHI MINH CITY, VIETNAM)

ABOUT KENAN FOUNDATION ASIA

Kenan Foundation Asia believes in a world where everyone has the right to build a better life for themselves, their family, and their community. Every day, we are working in Thailand and the region to inspire students, develop skilled people, and grow strong leaders by empowering them with the knowledge, technology, and skills necessary for a better future. Whether it’s an entrepreneur, a teacher, a student, a community leader, or non-profit manager, we conduct tailored, engaging activities to train, coach and equip them so they can achieve their dreams.

OUR VALUES

Partnership        

We collaborate with our stakeholders to co-create and deliver services and programming that address the real challenges facing the people of the region.

Inspiration        

We are passionate about creating a sustainable future and take action to make it happen. Through our actions, we inspire others to act and do the same.

Leadership         

We are leaders in the field of social and economic development. We empower courageous, adaptable people to succeed in solving the challenges of globalization and provide opportunities and dignity for everyone.

Integrity                

We care deeply about our work and our reputation. We do not compromise our ethics, our values, or our professionalism. We take personal responsibility and use good judgement to drive our values in everything we do.

WHO ARE WE

Kenan Foundation Asia, a non-profit development organization working in partnership with companies, governments, academia, and committed individuals to empower people with the knowledge, technology, and skills necessary for a better future.

ROLE DESCRIPTION

Kenan is seeking a senior professional for the position of Program Coordinator to manage and develop the sustainable programs in Vietnam with a focus on STEM education and youth leadership.

KEY RESPONSIBILITIES

Project Management

• Manage service delivery and industry knowledge as directed by donor’s requirements as well as aligned with national goals and global standard (such as Global Goals/SDGs)
• Plan, design, implement and manage customized projects by contributing to conceptualize and design, planning, implementing, and ensuring all project deliverables are aligned with the project’s objectives and framework.

Budget Management

• Develop, revise and utilize the Project Tracking Sheet to optimize the  project resources and project deliverables to ensure the costing of project reflects the actual man day
• Manage the profit and loss of assigned projects under the responsible
• Manage the operations, resources utilization, (e.g. man day, financial, budgets, etc.) ensure that they are all utilized effectively and create the win-win situation of both Kenan, donor, beneficiaries
• Ensure that project expenditure remains within budgetary line items and according to contractual agreements

Revenue Earning

• Generate opportunities by heling to develop concept notes and proposal to support the business development team to pitch the project
• Estimate project budget and develop financial project proposals.
• Assist in developing and writing proposals.
• Support the Vietnam Program Manager and partnership team to pitch to potential clients by contributing technical input.

Brand Building

• Contribute to increase the visibility and the goodwill of Kenan in the industry through formal and informal networking
• Contribute to content creation, support publication (e.g. Write articles, papers & research in area of expertise)

Stakeholder Management

• Manage and engage clients and stakeholders to ensure development of service continuously
• Conduct interim meeting (formal and informal) with clients and key stakeholders to get feedback and insights of the needs and way to improve services deliveries.

QUALIFICATIONS

• Bachelor/master degree in Business Administration, Economics, Education or related field
• The ability to multi-task, meet client demands and deadlines, as well as a strong results focus and ability to work effectively across multiple disciplines are also essential skills
• At least 10 years’ work experience in project management and development, analysis, and related field in corporate engagement and at a non-profit organization
• Strong education, economics background knowledge.
• Be able to design the training/workshop, agenda/outline and lead the training/workshop material development/preparation.
• Native in Vietnamese; fluent in English

ADDITIONAL SKILLS/KNOWLEDGES

• Knowledge of Education especially TVET, STEM education and Project-based learning, is an advantage.
• Facilitation experience.
• Experiences in education sector and has an understanding of the education areas.
• Familiar with the social inclusion areas.

Interested applicants are invited to send full resume indicating qualifications and experience, and cover letter to: [email protected] 

Subtitle: KENAN – PROGRAM COORDINATOR - Full name

Deadline: 30 May 2024

Please note that: Applications will be reviewed on a rolling basis and the position will remain open until filled.  We sincerely appreciate your interesting in this job opportunity but only shortlisted candidates will be invited for an interview.