Background:

The Water at the Heart of Climate Action (WHCA) Programme is a multi-country initiative that strengthens climate resilience through integrated water resource management, climate-informed humanitarian action, community-based early warning systems, anticipatory action, and locally led adaptation. In Sudan, the programme is implemented in partnership with the Sudanese Red Crescent Society (SRCS), government institutions, community structures, and technical partners, with support from the Netherlands Red Cross (NLRC), IFRC, and the Dutch Ministry of Foreign Affairs.

The WHCA programme is composed of multiple partners, leading 5 different pillars.

• Pillar 1: UNDRR and Disaster Management entities.
• Pillar 2: WMO and Sudan Meteorological Authority.
• Pillar 3, 4, and 5: NLRC, IFRC, RCCC and SRCS. 

The Sudan WHCA Country Coordinator provides overall coordination for the WHCA Consortium, facilitating the joint implementation of the project by the consortium members and alignment with national priorities. 

Job Purpose:

The Sudan WHCA Country Coordinator supports effective coordination, collaboration, and programme delivery among consortium partners, including the IFRC Network, SOFF, UNDRR, WMO, and other implementing organizations. The role facilitates joint planning, information sharing, and alignment of activities to support a coherent and integrated country programme across climate adaptation, water security, disaster risk reduction, anticipatory action, early warning systems, community engagement and accountability (CEA) protection, gender and inclusion (PGI), and humanitarian response.

The position serves as a focal point for coordination between the Country Team, Regional Working Group, government counterparts, UN partners, development actors, and other relevant stakeholders. The Country Coordinator supports the programme planning, implementation, monitoring, reporting, and partnership engagement under the umbrella of the Sudan Red Crescent Society, while ensuring alignment with nationally led processes and while recognizing the designated government agency’s ownership of the EW4All roadmap and process.

Job Responsibilities

Coordination and management 

• Oversee the implementation of the Water at the Heart of Climate Action (WHCA) programme in Sudan, from programme inception and planning through implementation, monitoring, and reporting on progress.
• Coordinate the efforts of consortium and implementing partners in the design, planning, and implementation of the country programme. 
• Oversee the collaboration, alignment, and co-creation of partners from the IFRC Network, SOFF, UNDRR, and WMO on national plans and division of responsibilities during the inception and implementation phases. 
• Organize Country Team meetings, prepare agendas in consultation with consortium partners, and facilitate coordination in accordance with the country-level Terms of Reference (ToR). 

Partnership and Stakeholder Coordination

• Coordinate engagement with the UN Resident Coordinator's Office and the UN Country Team, ensuring they are kept informed and contributing to country planning and implementation processes. 
• Serve as the liaison between the Country Team and the Regional Working Group, ensuring regular sharing of meeting outcomes, programme updates, and reports on country-level activities. 
• With support from the Netherlands Red Cross (NLRC) Country Representative, support the management of the relationship with the Dutch Embassy. 
• Where requested by the Country Team and when no other partner is available, represent the country programme in engagement with external stakeholders, in consultation with Country Team members

Position Arrangements and Scope

• The Country Coordinator position is being facilitated by the Red Cross Red Crescent National Society and may be established as either as an exclusive position (preferred as it ensures time and capacity) or being combined with other programmatic responsibilities in-country of the respective organization.
• The Country Coordinator's responsibilities are limited to the Water at the Heart of Climate Action (WHCA) programme. Responsibility for the Early Warnings for All (EW4All) roadmap and process remains with the designated government agency in the country.

Job Responsibilities

Coordination and management 

• Oversee the implementation of the Water at the Heart of Climate Action (WHCA) programme in Sudan, from programme inception and planning through implementation, monitoring, and reporting on progress.
• Coordinate the efforts of consortium and implementing partners in the design, planning, and implementation of the country programme. 
• Oversee the collaboration, alignment, and co-creation of partners from the IFRC Network, SOFF, UNDRR, and WMO on national plans and division of responsibilities during the inception and implementation phases. 
• Organize Country Team meetings, prepare agendas in consultation with consortium partners, and facilitate coordination in accordance with the country-level Terms of Reference (ToR). 

Partnership and Stakeholder Coordination

• Coordinate engagement with the UN Resident Coordinator's Office and the UN Country Team, ensuring they are kept informed and contributing to country planning and implementation processes. 
• Serve as the liaison between the Country Team and the Regional Working Group, ensuring regular sharing of meeting outcomes, programme updates, and reports on country-level activities. 
• With support from the Netherlands Red Cross (NLRC) Country Representative, support the management of the relationship with the Dutch Embassy. 
• Where requested by the Country Team and when no other partner is available, represent the country programme in engagement with external stakeholders, in consultation with Country Team members

Position Arrangements and Scope

• The Country Coordinator position is being facilitated by the Red Cross Red Crescent National Society and may be established as either as an exclusive position (preferred as it ensures time and capacity) or being combined with other programmatic responsibilities in-country of the respective organization.
• The Country Coordinator's responsibilities are limited to the Water at the Heart of Climate Action (WHCA) programme. Responsibility for the Early Warnings for All (EW4All) roadmap and process remains with the designated government agency in the country.

Duty Station and Working Conditions

The position is based at the Sudanese Red Crescent Society (SRCS) national Headquarters, with regular travel to project locations within River Nile State of Sudan to support implementation, coordination, monitoring, and stakeholder engagement.

The successful candidate will be expected to:

• Work collaboratively and effectively as part of a team.
• Perform effectively under pressure, manage multiple priorities, and meet strict deadlines.
• Demonstrate flexibility to work outside normal working hours when required, particularly during emergency operations.
• Undertake regular travel to field locations to support programme implementation, coordination, monitoring, and field visits.
• Comply with the security policies and procedures of the International Red Cross and Red Crescent Movement.
• Demonstrate commitment to the Fundamental Principles, values, and objectives of the International Red Cross and Red Crescent Movement and the Sudanese Red Crescent Society.

SKILLS AND EXPERIENCE

Qualifications

Master's degree in Water Resources Management, Civil Engineering, Environmental Science, Climate Change, Disaster Risk Reduction, Development Studies, Public Administration, International Development, or another relevant field. A bachelor's degree in a relevant discipline, combined with substantial progressively responsible professional experience, may be considered in lieu of a master's degree.

Required Experience

• Minimum of 8–10 years of progressively responsible professional experience in programme coordination and management within humanitarian, climate resilience, disaster risk reduction, water security, or development programmes. 
• Demonstrated experience coordinating projects involving multiple partners, including government institutions, UN agencies, NGOs, and other stakeholders. 
• Proven experience in programme planning, implementation, monitoring, reporting, and donor compliance.
• Experience in one or more of the following areas is required: climate adaptation, disaster risk reduction, water resources management, WASH, early warning systems, anticipatory action, or community resilience.
• Experience organizing coordination meetings, facilitating partner collaboration, and supporting joint planning and implementation processes. 
• Experience working with the Red Cross and Red Crescent Movement is highly desirable.
• Experience in Sudan or fragile and conflict-affected contexts is essential.

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Knowledge of:

• Climate adaptation, disaster risk reduction, and community resilience programming.
• Water security, integrated water resources management (IWRM), and WASH programming. 
• Early warning systems, anticipatory action and forecast-based approach.
• Humanitarian and development programming in Sudan. 
• Programme/project planning, implementation, monitoring, evaluation and learning.
• Donor(MoFA) reporting requirements. 
• Risk management and programme compliance. 
• Partnership coordination and stakeholder engagement, including working with government institutions, UN agencies, NGOs, and local partners.
• Microsoft Office applications, including advanced Excel, Word, PowerPoint, and Microsoft Teams, with strong computer and digital collaboration skills.

Application Requirements

Interested candidates are invited to submit the following documents:

• Cover letter outlines their suitability for the position. 
• Updated Curriculum Vitae (CV). 
• Copies of relevant academic and professional qualifications. 
• Contact details of three professional referees. 

The Sudanese Red Crescent Society (SRCS) encourages applications from qualified female candidates and promotes diversity, inclusion, and equal opportunities in its recruitment processes.

Only shortlisted candidates will be contacted.

(with regular travel to project locations, including River Nile State and other operational areas)