- Application Deadline, 23.59 pm UK time on:9 August 2026
- Programme:West and Central Africa Regional Office
- LocationDakar
- How many months is contract?:1 year
- No of weekly working hours:35
- Salary:EUR 40,555 per annum
JOB PURPOSE
Ensure overall coordination of the programme in close collaboration with all Amnesty International's partners entities and the donor, and in line with all contractual requirements ; support Amnesty International (AI) Sections in Burkina Faso, Senegal and Sierra Leone to ensure the implementation of activities in line with the programme budget and timeline; facilitate communication and collaboration between the AI West and Central Africa Regional Office (AIWCARO), the implementing Sections, the international Secretariat (IS) and AI United Kingdom (AIUK) as well as other stakeholders where appropriate; facilitate content gathering in collaboration with AIUK when necessary.
ABOUT YOU
A successful Programme Coordinator will have contributed to and facilitated the smooth and efficient implementation of programme's activities within the agreed timeline. Success would also involve developing and maintaining effective administrative and communications systems where information directly relevant to the programme's team and AI colleagues is properly gathered and easily retrievable and usable. A successful PC will have decisively contributed to the achievement of programme's goals, and to the implementation of AI's mission, upholding AI's values at all times.
MAIN RESPONSIBILITIES
- Ensure the timely submission of reports by the AI Sections and review them thoroughly.
- Follow up and coordinate the consolidation and submission of quarterly and annual narrative and financial reports to AIUK.
- Respond to and follow up any queries resulting from the reports within the agreed deadlines.
- Design and implement a comprehensive M&E framework in collaboration with the relevant stakeholders.
- Monitor overall programme delivery and progress (activities, objectives, expenditure and risk) through regular communication, reporting, virtual programme review meetings and annual visits.
SKILLS AND EXPERIENCE
- Proven experience in the successful coordination of multi-year and multi-country programmes with high-value budgets, preferably focused on gender-based violence, FGM and/or child marriage.
- Significant experience of working for an international NGO, supporting local partners and managing donor-funded programmes.
- Knowledge of women's and girls' rights, gender-based violence, FGM and/or child marriage.
- General knowledge of the West Africa region, and specifically the countries covered.
- Excellent verbal and written skills in English and French.
Please see attached job description for more information on responsibilities, skills and experience required.
ABOUT US
Amnesty International is a global movement of more than 10 million people who campaign for a world where human rights are enjoyed by all. We reach almost every country in the world.
Our aim is simple: an end to human rights abuses. Independent, international and influential, we campaign for justice, fairness, freedom and truth wherever they're denied. And whether we're applying pressure through powerful research or direct lobbying, mass demonstrations or online campaigning, we're all inspired by hope for a better world. One where human rights are respected and protected by everyone, everywhere.
At Amnesty International, we are passionate about what we do and we are proud of our achievements as a movement. To compensate our employees for the critical work they do, we reward them through a combination of an attractive and sector competitive salary and benefits package, high levels of engagement and involvement, and a commitment to employee development.
Benefits include 37 days annual leave (inclusive of public holidays and grace days), pension scheme, employee assistance programme, life assurance and many more benefits designed to suit your own personal lifestyle. All of this, in a professional, engaging environment.
For further information on our benefits, please visit https://www.amnesty.org/en/careers/benefits/
WHAT WE HOPE YOU WILL DO NEXT
If you are talented, passionate about human rights and want to use your skills, knowledge and experience to change the world then we would encourage you to click ‘Apply for this Role' below.
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N.B. We reserve the right to close a vacancy BEFORE the closing date in the event of an overwhelming response or a change in business priorities, therefore we recommend you apply now if you are interested.
Commitment to Diversity, Equity & Inclusion:
Amnesty International believes in a world that is fair, inclusive and equitable. Together, we're committed to being an anti-racist organisation with a diverse workforce that can better tackle the global human rights challenges that face our world today. We know that different voices, ideas, perspectives, experiences and knowledge, working together will enable us to better the lives of people around the world.
We are committed to building and sustaining an anti-racist, culturally diverse and inclusive organisation, where all employees feel valued, have a sense of belonging and an equal opportunity to fulfil their potential. We therefore strongly welcome applications from suitably qualified people regardless of their background; including underrepresented groups, LGBTQI+ individuals and those who may have or are living with a disability.
To see our full statement please visit this link: Racial equality, equal opportunities, diversity and inclusion policy - Amnesty International
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