Field Coordinator Qena

Field Coordinator Qena Purpose of the Job The Field Coordinator (FC) is a key operational role within the Shatreen program, responsible for ensuring smooth, high-quality implementation of the program (in Naqada, Qus and Deshna) at the grassroots level. The FC acts as Coptic Orphans' primary presence on the ground - visiting classrooms, monitoring program delivery, and ensuring that every child receives the experience the program intends. Essential Functions and Responsibilities Murshedat Recruitment & Support Coordinate the recruitment of Murshedat in the assigned area through churches, VGP/NAP networks, and community channels, and support screening, shortlisting, and interview scheduling with the Shatreen Program Manager Prepare and maintain onboarding documentation, signed agreements, and ID records for all selected Murshedat Serve as the day-to-day point of contact for Murshedat throughout the program cycle, addressing routine operational questions and escalating concerns regarding attendance, performance, or wellbeing to the Program Manager Coordinate the monthly stipend process, verifying bank details and confirming delivery records with the Finance team Site Selection and Church Relations Assess and propose church sites suitable for hosting Shatreen classrooms, in coordination with the Church Affairs team Maintain respectful working relationships with priests and church leadership across implementation sites, representing the program with professionalism and cultural sensitivity Coordinate church onboarding, including venue confirmation, logistics, and parent awareness meetings Training & Delivery Oversight Manage the Murshedat training calendar and logistics - venue, transport, meals, materials, and attendance tracking - in coordination with the L&D team and the Educate Me Foundation (EMF) Ensure all Murshedat complete required training before each program cycle, including TaRL training delivered by EMF and Coptic Orphans' in-house life skills modules, arranging make-up sessions where needed Conduct regular classroom visits across implementation sites to observe delivery, Mursheda performance, and classroom environment, and monitor fidelity to the TaRL methodology and Coptic Orphans' curriculum standards Track daily and weekly attendance for Murshedat and children, identifying patterns of concern and escalating them to the Program Manager Support the collection and verification of program data at field level as required by the M&E framework, in coordination with EMF Flag child welfare concerns and delivery deviations promptly, in line with safeguarding and escalation procedures Reporting, Issue Resolution & Field Insights Resolve routine operational issues raised by Murshedat, churches, or families at field level; refer complex or sensitive issues to the Program Manager with a clear summary and suggested next steps, and maintain a log of issues and resolutions Submit regular field reports covering classroom visits, attendance, Mursheda performance, site conditions, and operational challenges, and keep all program records current on Coptic Orphans' systems Provide field-level data and narrative inputs for donor and leadership reports prepared by the Program Manager Share field observations, lessons learned, and practical recommendations to inform expansion planning, training improvements, and updates to the Shatreen program manual Support implementation in other areas as the program scales, as directed by the Program Manager

Desired Candidate Profile

Required Education, Experience, Knowledge, and Skills Bachelor's degree in Social Sciences, Education, Development Studies, or a related field. 1 - 3 years of experience in field coordination, community development, or program implementation - preferably in an education or child-focused setting. Strong relationship-management skills - comfortable engaging with clergy, families, and field staff with equal ease. High level of organizational ability; able to manage multiple sites, schedules, and priorities simultaneously. Strong attention to details - able to observe a classroom and identify what is and isn't working. Proficiency in Microsoft Office (Word, Excel, PowerPoint). Proven experience working with volunteer or community-based workforce. Experience working with or within the Coptic community is strongly preferred. Prior exposure to remedial education, literacy/numeracy programs. Basic proficiency in English, both written and spoken. Ability to travel extensively within the assigned area and occasionally beyond. Discreet, trustworthy, and professional when handling sensitive information about children and families. Collaborative team player with a solutions-oriented mindset. Travel and Working Requirements Travel may reach up to 80% of the time. Work involves frequent local travel within assigned program areas. Work environment includes field settings with walking, sitting, typing, using public transportation, and occasional lifting of materials. May require working outside official hours and on weekends as needed.