We are hiring: Programme Support Coordinator

Are you passionate about making a difference in maternal healthcare on a global scale? Maternity Foundation is seeking a dedicated Programme Support Coordinator (temporary position) to play a central role in supporting the operation of the Safe Delivery+ programme worldwide. Maternity Foundation is an international non-profit that works to ensure safer childbirths for women and newborns through innovative programs and digital solutions. 

Application deadline: 21^st of April, 2024 23:59 PM, Copenhagen time (CEST). Please note it is a temporary position till end of year with the possibility of extension. 

Position summary

As the Programme Support Coordinator, you will be a key member of the Programme Team, collaborating closely to support the Safe Delivery+ programme globally. Reporting directly to the Head of Programme Development and Support, you will contribute to seamless operations, supporting strategic planning, and efficient implementation of our grants and activities. The Programme Support Coordinator will be based in the Copenhagen hub, as part of the Programme Team.

Responsibilities

Programme Support:

• Collaborate closely with the Head of Programme Development and the Programme Director to support daily operations across the programme team within the three hubs.
• Contribute to the development and execution of strategic plans and objectives for the programme team.
• Assist in developing and updating the country mapping for the Ethiopia and India programmes and the regional portfolios.
• Facilitate the organisation of internal meetings, including kick-off meetings, regular project update meetings, ad-hoc meetings, and closure meetings.
• Aid in the preparation and coordination of joint programme/clinical/IRL meetings.
• Document and distribute meeting notes, action points, and decisions during bi-weekly programme team meetings.
• Manage events calendars and send reminders for upcoming meetings, preparing inputs and events.
• Prepare drafts of letters and reports as required.
• Proofread reports and documents as needed.
• Contribute to the planning and oversight of team events.

Grants Management + Fundraising Support:

• Assist the Head of Programme Development and Support on grants management and fundraising processes, including handbook, tools, and monthly follow-up with the team.
• Ensure compliance with donor rules and internal policies for grants within the portfolios.
• Assist in preparing documentation for external audits.
• Draft consultant contracts, Terms of Reference (ToR), and ensure travel reports and invoices are sent and managed.
• Assist in budgeting and monitoring project expenses, including follow-up on payments.

Other Duties as Agreed:

• Attend meetings as per request.
• Contribute to the overall programme team activities as per request.
• Stay up to date on the global maternal and newborn health field and digital health innovations.

Profile

We are looking for a dedicated Programme Support Coordinator to join our team as a member of the Programme Team. In this role, we are seeking a highly qualified Programme Support Coordinator with a Master’s degree in a relevant field such as Public Health or International Development. The ideal candidate will have proven experience in programme coordination or similar roles, demonstrating strong organisational and communication skills. They must thrive in a multicultural and fast-paced environment, fuelled by a passion for maternal healthcare and improving global maternal health outcomes.

Qualifications and Experience:

• Master’s degree in a relevant field such as Public Health or International Development, coupled with 1-3 years of post-graduate experience.
• Demonstrated experience in program coordination or similar roles.
• Experience in project planning, management, basic budgeting, and financial oversight.
• Strong passion for advancing maternal healthcare and enhancing maternal health outcomes globally.

Technical Skills and Competencies:

• Exceptional organizational and communication skills.
• Proficiency in administrative and clerical tasks.
• Capacity to independently handle multiple assignments under tight deadlines.
• Aptitude for problem-solving and critical thinking.
• Adaptability and flexibility to navigate diverse challenges.
• Meticulous attention to detail and ability to think forward.
• Strong interpersonal skills, encompassing excellent written and verbal communication.
• Ability to thrive in a multicultural and fast-paced environment.
• Proficient user of Microsoft Office 365, SharePoint, and Teams platforms.

Must Requirements:

• Authorisation to work legally in Denmark (work visa sponsorship unavailable).
• Fluency in English, with desirable proficiency in Danish.

How to apply

Please submit your cover letter and CV with the expected salary range to applications-programme@maternity.dk  as soon as possible and no later than 21^st of April at 23:59 PM CEST.

After deadline, only shortlisted candidates will be called for the interview.

We value equal opportunity and encourage candidates regardless of race, religion, colour, national origin, sex, disability, or age to apply.

About Maternity Foundation

Every other minute, a woman dies of causes related to pregnancy or childbirth. Every seventh second, a newborn suffers the same fate. Most deaths happen in poor and fragile settings, but the majority can be prevented if the women receive quality care from a skilled healthcare professional.

Maternity Foundation is dedicated to ensuring safer births for women and newborns worldwide. Through innovative learning programmes and life-saving digital health solutions like the Safe Delivery App, we empower healthcare professionals in low-resource areas, enhancing midwifery knowledge and skills.

For each woman lost, 20 to 30 others suffer preventable injuries, infections, or disabilities stemming from pregnancy or childbirth. By strengthening midwifery expertise, we strive to eradicate preventable maternal morbidity and harm.

Though rooted in Denmark, Maternity Foundation operates globally in maternal and newborn health, digital solutions, and educational programmes. Our initiatives span both humanitarian and developmental contexts.

Since our beginning as a Danish NGO in western Ethiopia in 2005, we have expanded to establish offices in Ethiopia, India, and Denmark. Today, our engagements extend across Sub-Saharan Africa, the Middle East and North Africa, Asia, and Latin America.

By the close of 2023, we had reached  400,000 healthcare workers in low and middle-income countries, spanning over 70 nations. Collaborating with esteemed partners such as UNFPA, UNICEF, Ministries of Health, Plan International, Red Cross, and Save the Children, we are supported by influential organisations like the Bill & Melinda Gates Foundation, Merck/MSD for Mothers, Novo Nordisk Foundation, World Diabetes Foundation, and Ole Kirk’s Fond.

Together, we work from a shared vision that it should not cost life to give life.