Education Project Coordinator

The Organisation

Plan International is an independent development and humanitarian organisation that advances children’s rights and equality for girls. We believe in the power and potential of every child but know this is often suppressed by poverty, violence, exclusion and discrimination. And it is girls who are most affected.

Working together with children, young people, supporters and partners, we strive for a just world, tackling the root causes of the challenges girls and vulnerable children face. We support children’s rights from birth until they reach adulthood and we enable children to prepare for and respond to crises and adversity. We drive changes in practice and policy at local, national and global levels using our reach, experience and knowledge.

For over 85 years, we have rallied other determined optimists to transform the lives of all children in more than 80 countries.

We won’t stop until we are all equal.

The Opportunity

The Education Project Coordinator is responsible for coordinating and managing the implementation of Education projects in Lebanon, under the supervision of the Education Programme Manager and in close coordination with technical and support departments, including local implementing partners.

The role supports the delivery of quality Non-Formal Education (NFE), Formal Education (FE), and Education in Emergencies (EiE) interventions, ensuring activities are implemented effectively, on time, and in line with donor requirements, safeguarding standards, and organisational priorities.

Under the direct supervision of the Education Programme Manager, the Education Project Coordinator oversees project implementation, monitoring, reporting, and partner coordination, while ensuring strong integration with Child Protection and psychosocial support approaches.

The post-holder works closely with partners, field teams, and internal departments including MERL, Finance, Operations, and Grants to ensure quality programme delivery and compliance in a fast-paced humanitarian environment.

• Support the planning, coordination, and implementation of Education and EiE activities
• Develop and monitor detailed implementation plans, activity tracking tools, and budget forecasts
• Ensure quality implementation of NFE, FE, and EiE interventions in coordination with partners and technical teams
• Conduct regular field monitoring visits to assess progress, quality, and safeguarding compliance
• Support the implementation and tracking of project monitoring and evaluation frameworks
• Coordinate closely with implementing partners to ensure timely and effective delivery of activities
• Monitor project expenditure, support budget re-phasing and re-alignment, and follow up on financial documentation
• Contribute to donor, weekly, and monthly reporting, including progress updates and lessons learned
• Maintain effective relationships with MEHE, local authorities, sector actors, and partner organisations
• Represent the project in Education Sector Working Groups and coordination forums as delegated
• Ensure activities align with INEE standards, Child Protection principles, safeguarding policies, and donor regulations
• Support capacity strengthening and ongoing coaching for facilitators, field teams, and partner staff

About You

• Demonstrable knowledge and understanding of the humanitarian and development context in Lebanon, particularly barriers affecting children’s access to education
• Strong understanding of Education in Emergencies (EiE), including learning recovery, retention, and psychosocial support approaches
• Knowledge of national education frameworks, MEHE coordination mechanisms, and child protection principles
• Familiarity with international standards and guidelines, including INEE Minimum Standards, CPMS, IASC Guidelines, and safeguarding principles
• Degree in Education, Social Sciences, International Development, or a related field
• Minimum 5 years of experience in humanitarian or development programming
• Minimum 5 years of experience in Education and/or Child Protection programming
• Proven experience in project coordination, implementation, monitoring, and partner management
• Experience working with NGOs, CSOs, and governmental institutions
• Strong organisational, coordination, and reporting skills
• Good financial management and budget tracking skills
• Ability to work effectively in a fast-paced and changing environment
• Strong communication, facilitation, and teamwork skills
• Commitment to child safeguarding, gender equality, and inclusion
• Excellent written and oral communication skills in English and Arabic
• Willingness and ability to travel regularly to project locations in Lebanon

Location: Beirut

Type of Role: Full-time, fixed-term

Reports to: Education Programme Manager

Grade: C2

Closing Date: June 9, 2026

Equality, diversity and inclusion is at the very heart of everything that Plan International stands for.

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