Country Coordinator – Mali (Sahel Region)

About the role

The International Fertilizer Development Center (IFDC) is seeking a Country Coordinator for its Talent Roster in Mali, covering the Sahel region. The Coordinator will lead the implementation of IFDC’s agricultural development programs, ensuring alignment with the organization’s vision and strategic objectives.

Key responsibilities

• Ensure program implementation activities in‑country align with the overall vision and leadership of the program.
• Support program leadership and consortium partners to build and manage a strong implementation team with a clear strategy to deliver results.
• Create and maintain good working relationships with implementing partners and leverage synergies with other projects and programs.
• Represent IFDC in meetings, conferences and public forums to promote project achievements.
• Lead regular project management meetings with consortium members and donor embassy representatives.
• Ensure activities comply with national sector strategies and policies.
• Monitor overall expenditure, private‑sector contributions and financial compliance with donor and IFDC requirements.
• Supervise timely preparation of work plans, progress reports and financial reports.
• Organize monthly cash‑flow needs and request advance funds as required.
• Track project indicators, evaluate results and implement corrective actions when necessary.
• Coordinate with IFDC leadership to ensure administrative and financial procedures meet contract provisions.
• Oversee in‑country budget burn rate and ensure efficient use of resources.
• Perform other duties assigned by IFDC leadership.

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