IMPACT is Seeking a Program Coordinator (Full-Time, Remote) – Apply Before 9 February 2026

Reporting Line: Deputy Executive Director
Employment Type: Full-time
Application Deadline: 9 February 2026
Languages Required: French and English (fluent); Spanish (working proficiency)

Important Notice

This position is linked to anticipated donor funding in Latin America and Francophone West Africa. Any offer of employment and start date will be contingent upon final donor approval. IMPACT is proactively identifying qualified candidates to ensure rapid program start-up, currently anticipated for March 2026.

About IMPACT

IMPACT is an independent non-profit organization dedicated to transforming the management of natural resources in regions affected by insecurity, governance challenges, and human rights risks. Through research, investigation, and programmatic innovation, IMPACT develops approaches that strengthen security, promote sustainable development, and advance equality.

The organization collaborates closely with local partners to drive long-term, locally anchored change. IMPACT is headquartered in Ottawa, Canada, with operational offices in Uganda, Burundi, Côte d’Ivoire, the Democratic Republic of Congo, and Zimbabwe.

Role Overview

The Program Coordinator is a senior management role responsible for overseeing a portfolio of international development projects. The position creates the operational and managerial conditions necessary for country teams to effectively implement IMPACT programming and achieve intended outcomes.

The Program Coordinator ensures strong alignment between project implementation, organizational strategy, and donor requirements. Acting as a key link between national management and in-country teams, the role is accountable for project quality, compliance, coordination, and performance oversight.

Key Responsibilities

Project Coordination and Quality Assurance (50%)

• Serve as a central coordination point between national management, country teams, and partners, ensuring clarity on project scope, objectives, and deliverables
• Collaborate with project managers to develop detailed project plans, including activity schedules, budgets, and resource allocations, using Results-Based Management (RBM) principles
• Organize and facilitate regular project meetings, ensuring accurate documentation and follow-up on action items
• Provide ongoing technical and operational support to project staff to enable effective implementation
• Monitor project progress closely, proactively identifying risks or delays and proposing corrective actions
• Prepare high-quality narrative and progress reports for donors and IMPACT senior management
• Review and approve project-related contracts, ensuring compliance with organizational policies and donor agreements

Finance, Administration, and Human Resources Oversight (30%)

• Review and approve project expenditures to ensure alignment with approved budgets and financial accountability
• Coordinate with internal departments on contracting processes for project staff, consultants, and services
• Conduct regular competency assessments for direct reports, documenting progress and supporting professional development and learning

Team Support and Organizational Culture (20%)

• Provide guidance and support to staff, fostering a positive, collaborative, and learning-oriented work environment
• Support team members in developing effective work plans, time management strategies, and workload prioritization
• Assist with project budget management, including planning, analysis, and reporting using tools such as budget variance or budget versus actuals
• Promote and ensure adherence to IMPACT’s organizational policies, including the Code of Conduct and Safeguarding Policy

Essential Qualifications and Experience

• Undergraduate degree or equivalent in fields such as international development, social sciences, engineering, business, administration, or related disciplines
• Minimum of 8 years’ experience managing international development programs
• At least 5 years’ experience leading and managing multi-disciplinary teams of staff and consultants
• Proven experience with donor reporting and compliance, preferably with donors such as Global Affairs Canada, the European Union, UNEP, GIZ, or USAID
• Strong background in monitoring and evaluation, with preference for familiarity with GAC Results-Based Management frameworks
• Proficiency in professional software tools including Microsoft Word, Excel, Zoom, and document management platforms
• Experience related to natural resource governance or artisanal and small-scale mining is an asset
• Fluency in French and English (spoken, written, and reading); working proficiency in Spanish

Core Competencies

• Strong analytical thinking, sound judgment, and problem-solving skills
• Clear and effective communication abilities
• Excellent organizational, planning, and time management skills, with the ability to multitask
• Ability to work collaboratively in multicultural and remote team environments
• High standards of integrity, ethics, and accountability
• Demonstrated leadership, motivation, and commitment to excellence
• Strong attention to detail, accuracy, and compliance

Benefits and Work Environment

IMPACT offers a competitive salary and the opportunity to work within a dynamic, mission-driven organization. Staff are part of a diverse, fast-paced team operating across multiple countries. The organization values collaboration, adaptability, and innovation, and offers an environment where professional growth and meaningful impact are closely connected.

Application Process

Interested candidates should submit the following by email to jobs@impacttransform.org:

• A cover letter outlining interest in the position (maximum two pages)
• A curriculum vitae (maximum three pages)

The email subject line should include the position title and the applicant’s name. Applications must be received by 9 February 2026. Only shortlisted candidates will be contacted, and applicants are kindly requested not to follow up due to high application volumes.

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