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Barnabas International is a large family of Christian ministries and charities focused on giving practical support to suffering, abandoned and persecuted Christians around the world. The ministry was founded in 1993, and since then, it has funded projects in more than 100 countries, providing hope and help to millions of our brothers and sisters in Christ. Some of our key projects include supplying food aid, medical supplies, educational and vocational training, Bibles, micro-enterprise, disaster relief, help for victims of violence, and support for pastors and church leaders. Barnabas Aid also provides advocacy for religious freedom, especially for persecuted and suffering Christians.
Barnabas is primarily a Christian ministry and a charity. Employees are expected to subscribe to the Vision, Mission, Value and Statement of Faith, and their work may be viewed as being vocational.
Overview of the Projects Administrator role and the team
The Projects Administrator will join a team that interfaces with new and existing project partners in areas where the Church is persecuted and/or suffering. The team receives and processes project applications, monitors and evaluates ongoing and completed projects, maintains a database of project partners and applications, among other functions.
The Projects Administrator will support the Projects Manager in identifying, evaluating and overseeing projects in Central Asia including Pakistan. The ideal candidate will have some background in project management, strong organisational skills, and a passion for making a difference in the lives of suffering Christians through effective grant management
Main duties and responsibilities
· Project Identification and Evaluation
o Focusing on Central Asia. evaluate project applications for alignment with BA's mission, feasibility, risks, issues, and impact. This includes assessing comprehensive project plans, their objectives, timelines and budgets.
o Form part of the disaster response team for Barnabas Aid
* Assist in identifying potential partners and projects that support persecuted and suffering Christians.
* Assist in demographic research on the region.
o Assist in presenting proposals to the Projects & Disbursement sub-committee for their deliberation and decision-making.
· Grant Administration
o Oversee the administration of the grant-making process, from initial proposal evaluation to monitoring and final reporting upon completion of projects.
o Ensure that approved projects comply with BA’s internal policies, quality standards and regulatory requirements in the UK and the partner’s country.
o Monitor and evaluate the effectiveness of funded projects, ensuring adherence to project plans and budgets.
· Stakeholder Engagement
o Support the Projects Manager in maintaining relationships with project partners and other key stakeholders.
o Communicate regularly with project partners to provide guidance and support during the application process, and implementation stage once proposals are approved.
o Provide support in tracking the region’s budget and expenditures, to ensure financial accountability and transparency.
o Assist in the preparation of regular financial reports and updates for senior management and other stakeholders.
· Reporting and Documentation
o Maintain comprehensive project documentation, including agreements, reports, and correspondence.
o Maintain the projects database for all records related to the region and prepare reports as required.
* Monitor, evaluate, and report on approved projects in the region.
* Schedule meetings, take minutes, and keep records of meeting minutes.
Other duties
The above is not an exhaustive list of duties. From time to time, the employee may be asked or required to carry out other additional tasks, or duties, over and above their usual day to day activities. Employees are expected to work collaboratively to support the overall work of Barnabas Aid.
Knowledge, Skills and Experience
· 1-3 years of experience in administration in a similar role, preferably at a charity.
· Fluency in English and preferably one of the following Urdu, Farsi or Turkish
· Diploma in Business Administration, Project management, or a related field.
· Proficiency in MS Office suite and online applications.
· Excellent verbal and written communication skills and ability to interact with a wide range of people from different backgrounds.
· Strong organisational and time management skills.
· Strong attention to detail.
· Good team player who works well as part of a diverse team.
· Ability to multitask and work under pressure to meet deadlines.
· Bachelor’s degree in Business Administration, Project Management, or a related field.
Person specification
· A strong commitment to the values and mission of Barnabas Aid, with an understanding of Christian principles and ethics in project management.
· High level of integrity, ethical conduct and professionalism
· Personal resilience and adaptability.
· Discretion and sensitivity with understanding of issues of confidentiality.
· A flexible approach to work, with a cooperative and collaborative attitude, ensuring excellent standards of service are always maintained
Seniority level
* Seniority level
Associate
Employment type
* Employment type
Full-time
Job function
* Job function
Project Management
* Industries
Non-profit Organizations
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