Project Coordinator at Colgate-Palmolive

Job description

No Relocation Assistance Offered

# 70889

Main Duties/Responsibilities

• Co-ordinate implementation of the Chamas strategy to create awareness/education and incremental distribution of Colgate products.
• Work with CDTL and Distributor to ensure effective management and distribution of Chama bundles and BSBF (Bright Smiles Bright Futures) stock.
• Assist is creating and continually improving distribution model for Charma program.
• Manage appointed agencies responsible for roll out Chama and BSBF programs (ensure monthly tracking and reporting of activities).
• Create, track and manage annual budgets with input from SGC.
• Ensure that all your programs are within the annual budgets provided and submitted timeously
• Use innovation in your implementation of these programs so that these programs run ethically, smoothly and cost effectively
• Achieve predetermined targets for the BSBF oral health (Colgate) and hand-washing programs (Protex)
• Gain endorsement for BSBF & Hand-washing programs with the relevant government ministries and relevant key influencers in your responsible countries for implementation in schools
• Effectively implement the Train the Trainer program (grade 1-3) on the BSBF and hand-washing program in collaboration with the Ministry of Health (MoH), Education (MoE), dental associations (DA) and relevant NGO’s
• Develop and support the partnerships between Colgate and our external partners/participants (MoH, MoE, DA & NGO’s ect.)
• Where possible negotiate Memorandum’s of Understanding for long term partnership with Government.
• Ensure adequate stock levels (product and materials) for full implementation of the program by working closely with CDTL & Distributor teams.
• Act as a primary resource for the in-depth knowledge of Colgate’s BSBF and hand-washing programs
• Communicate all activities timeously and effectively so your manager is fully aware of your activities and those of our opposition (NB Competitive information needs to be in the public domain).
• Engage and partner with your Colgate colleagues at all times
• To conduct yourself in accordance with Colgate’s ethical standards

LANGUAGES

• Swahili (Tanzania & Uganda)
• English (mandatory)

Level Of Education Required

• Tertiary qualification (3-4 year diploma or degree)
• Health Qualification will be an added advantage

Education Qualification

Commercial mindset required

Level Of Experience Required

• Previous NGO project management experience is essential
• Minimum of 2 years’ experience in Oral health care, Education and Marketing background is desirable.
• Commercial and sales experience will be beneficial

Essential Skills/ Attributes

• Empathy with communities’ needs.
• Good interaction with professionals in health and education environments
• Good interaction with women’s groups as well as children
• Good interpersonal skills with employees at all levels
• Administration skills and computer literacy
• Microsoft suite capabilities basic to intermediary