Field Level Project Coordinator

About Positive Action for Development (PAD)

Positive Action for Development (PAD) is one of the most vibrant, rapidly expanding, and results-driven civil society organizations in Ethiopia. PAD is currently scaling up its interventions across the humanitarian, NEXUS, and development spectrum—expanding operations throughout the country, including in Addis Ababa, Amhara, Oromia, Harari, Afar, Somali, Tigray, Benishangul-Gumuz, and Ethiopia's southern regional states.

As PAD broadens its reach, it remains firmly committed to inclusive, equitable, and conflict-sensitive programming—respecting the diverse realities of communities while fostering peaceful coexistence and sustainable development.

Vision

A community of hope, humanity, and social justice.

Mission

PAD brings people together to work in partnerships; promotes hope, humanity, and social justice for every human life in all its fullness; and improves the livelihoods of disadvantaged groups for social and inclusive economic growth by actively engaging in positive actions, promoting responsive care and support, and addressing the root causes of poverty in Ethiopia.

Job Summary

The Field Level Project Coordinator will oversee the daily implementation, coordination, and monitoring of the project. The coordinator will ensure that all activities are carried out according to the project design, humanitarian standards (Sphere, Shelter/NFI, Gender), and donor requirements. The role includes directly supervising field staff, working with local stakeholders, and ensuring an integrated, gender-sensitive, and participatory approach across three IDP sites.

Key Duties and Responsibilities

Project Implementation & Coordination

• Lead field-level planning, coordination, and execution of project activities in line with the approved project proposal, work plan, and partnership agreements
• Supervise and support field teams in the delivery of household item packages, dignity kits, cash for shelter, and the construction of communal women's safe spaces