Coordinator of Alternative Education Program At Plan International

Plan International is an independent humanitarian and development organization that promotes children’s rights and girls’ equality.

We believe in the power and potential of every child. But this is often stifled by poverty, violence, exclusion, and discrimination. And girls are the most affected.

Working together with children, young people, our supporters and partners, we fight for a just world, addressing the root causes of the challenges faced by girls and all vulnerable children.

We support children’s rights from birth to adulthood. We empower children to prepare for and respond to crises and adversity. We drive change in practice and policy at the local, national, and global levels, leveraging our reach, experience, and expertise.

We have been building powerful partnerships for children for over 85 years and are now active in more than 80 countries.

PURPOSE:

Plan International, through its work in 75 developing countries in Africa, Asia and the Americas, seeks to reach as many children as possible, particularly those who are excluded or marginalized, with high-quality programs that deliver lasting benefits by increasing their income, working in partnership with others and operating effectively.

Plan International promotes children’s rights and is committed to protecting children and promoting equality. Therefore, it takes the necessary steps to ensure that its interventions and the actions of its staff align with this policy. Plan International also works closely with individuals and partners to empower children and adolescents and their communities to make vital changes that address the root causes of discrimination, exclusion, and vulnerability against girls. In Guatemala, Plan International has been working for 45 years in 400 communities across four departments.

The National Out-of-School Education Program , funded by our Plan International office in Sweden, is currently leading programmatic actions for the implementation of educational processes at the country level, in order to promote the right to secondary education in the communities covered by Plan International. In this case, the program has coverage in (Alta Verapaz, Baja Verapaz, Quiché and Jalapa), with the direct intervention of one of our strategic partners at the national level.

Responsible for the coordination, management and successful implementation of the “National Extracurricular Education Program” Project and being the main point of reference for the executing partner organization, facilitators, and Monitoring and Evaluation team within the framework of the Project.

Ensure programmatic integration by monitoring and supervising field activities related to project implementation and follow-up.
Ensure the achievement of objectives and results by guaranteeing that the Project’s actions are developed within the Child-Centered Community Development strategy.
Coordinate with the project management and implementation team hired by the Partner.

Advise on the implementation of the programmatic plans established in the Project proposal in coordination with the UP and the Coordinator of the Generation with Opportunities program.

To support the coordination with Government and non-governmental institutions at the departmental and municipal level, in close coordination with the executing partner organization, the UP Manager and the Coordinator of the Generation with Opportunities program.
Monitoring the timely execution of the budget allocated to the project.
Accountability to the Manager of the Alta Verapaz Department
Assigned fixed assets (equipment, furniture, vehicle, etc.)

Support the national program coordinators in the implementation of planned actions to ensure the achievement of agreed goals and results.
Systematically monitor the progress in the implementation of the Project’s implementing partner and its contribution to the national goals.
Advice on the control and management of budget execution.
In coordination with the implementing partner and Management, it accompanies and advises on the establishment of strategic alliances between Plan International, partner organizations, governments and local actors, to facilitate the progress of the Project.
Review and validate programmatic and budgetary reports that are shared with the Management of the Alta Verapaz department.
In coordination with Management, program advisors and program coordinators; systematize good practices, lessons learned, promote research and share Project information.
To foster and promote pleasant work environments through proactive participation and professional commitment. To facilitate and/or promote spaces for integration and teamwork with UP staff and the partner organization.
Provide feedback on the performance of the partner organization implementing the Project at the UP level
Monitor and supervise to track the operational actions at the departmental, municipal and community levels of the implementing partner in the execution of the project.
Review quarterly monitoring reports of visits made to project activities.

Review monthly reports and schedules

Budget execution monitoring in SAP
Attend meetings and training sessions convened by the UP and/or the CO for the monitoring of the Project.
Manage communication with the donor and ensure compliance with the grant guidelines.
Prepare and submit financial and narrative reports required by the funder.

TECHNICAL EXPERIENCE:

- - Minimum of 5 years of proven experience in the implementation and/or evaluation of education programs and projects, mainly in alternative education.
    - Proven experience in establishing strategic alliances, relationships with partners and programmatically aligned organizations.
    - Experience in financial resource management, budget preparation and monitoring (minimum 3 years).
    - Experience in preparing and reviewing technical reports, TORs and other documents

RELEVANT KNOWLEDGE:

- University graduate with a degree in Pedagogy or Educational Administration, or related social sciences.
- A minimum of five years in development programs is desirable.
- High sensitivity and commitment to working with young people, youth organizations and other civil society organizations.
- Solid knowledge of program planning, implementation and evaluation and

projects related to education, especially extracurricular education.

Extensive experience in applying the human rights, equality and youth approach.
With solid knowledge in education, school reintegration, and alternative education programs.

SPECIFIC JOB SKILLS:

- - Knowledge and management of the project cycle and the tools necessary for monitoring and tracking.
    - Knowledge of educational protocols
    - High level of organization, initiative and proactivity.
    - Excellent written communication, summarization, and writing skills.
    - Discretion in handling information and guarantee of confidentiality.
    - Preparation of financial reports: ii) Knowledge and handling of electronic spreadsheets, databases, multimedia presentations and others iii) Preparation of schedules and work plans iv) Coordinate and develop team activities, v) Good interpersonal relations, vi) Teamwork.
    - Strategic thinking and the ability to negotiate and establish strategic alliances
    - Availability to travel to the departments covered by the project: Alta Verapaz, Quiche, Baja Verapaz, Jalapa and Guatemala City.
    - Knowledge of administrative and financial processes.
    - Advanced knowledge of MS Office.
    - Effective and assertive communication skills.
    - Good level of negotiation.

OTHER REQUIREMENTS:

- - Numerical skills, data analysis and interpretation, and the ability to write high-quality technical reports
    - Driving 4-wheeled vehicles, with a valid license.
    - Knowledge of the equality, inclusion and youth rights approach.
    - Respect for diversity (cultural, ethnic, among others)

Location: Headquarters in Alta Verapaz, coverage area Alta Verapaz, Quiché, Baja Verapaz and Jalapa

Role type: Technical Coordination Staff

Reports to: Programs Unit Management, Alta Verapaz

Closing date: July 8, 2026

Equality, diversity and inclusion are at the heart of everything Plan International stands for.

We want Plan International to reflect the diversity of the communities we work with, offering equal opportunities to all regardless of age, disability, gender reassignment, marriage and civil union, pregnancy and maternity, race, religion or belief, sex or sexual orientation.

Plan International is based on a culture of inclusion and we strive to create a work environment that ensures that every team, in every office, in every country, is rich in diverse people, thoughts and ideas.

We foster an organizational culture that embraces our commitment to racial justice, gender equality, girls’ rights, and inclusion.

Plan International believes that in a world where children face so many threats of harm, it is our duty to ensure that we, as an organization, do everything we can to keep children safe. This means that we have particular responsibilities towards the children we come into contact with and must not contribute in any way to harming or putting children at risk.

A series of pre-employment checks will be carried out in accordance with Plan International’s Child and Youth Protection Policy. Plan International also participates in the Inter-Agency Misconduct Disclosure Scheme. Under this scheme, we will request information from applicants’ previous employers regarding any findings of sexual exploitation, sexual abuse, and/or sexual harassment during employment, or incidents under investigation after the applicant left employment.

By submitting an application, the job applicant confirms that they understand these hiring procedures.

Please note that Plan International will never send unsolicited emails requesting payments from candidates.

How to apply

To apply, send your CV to the link below:

https://jobs.plan-international.org/job-invite/54367