Project Coordinator (Tamil & Sinhala)

About the company

Dutch-Lanka Friendship Foundation (DLFF), established in 2007 (NGO Reg: FL-119616) and supported by The Friendship Foundation (Netherlands), empowers persons with disabilities through inclusive care, education, and livelihood programmes across the Ampara district. The project officer / coordinator will serve as the critical link between DLFF’s field operations, government institutions, community members, and key project stakeholders.

Key responsibilities

1. Plan, coordinate, and facilitate project activities across target communities in the Ampara district.
2. Act as the primary liaison between government officials, divisional secretariats, local authorities, and DLFF programme teams.
3. Build and sustain strong relationships with beneficiaries, community leaders, civil society organisations, and multi-sector stakeholders.
4. Facilitate community meetings, awareness sessions, and multi-stakeholder coordination workshops.
5. Conduct regular field monitoring visits and document project progress, findings, and outcomes.
6. Collect, compile, and analyse field data for monitoring, evaluation, and donor reporting.
7. Support development and implementation of project work plans, field schedules, and activity budgets.
8. Maintain accurate records, case files, and documentation of all project activities.
9. Prepare timely field reports, meeting minutes, and progress updates for the district manager and country director.
10. Ensure community accountability mechanisms are upheld and beneficiary feedback is captured and addressed.

Qualifications & requirements

1. Bachelor’s degree in management, social sciences, development studies, or a related field (required).
2. Compulsory to have 2-3 years of project coordination experience within an NGO/INGO.
3. Fluent in Tamil, Sinhala, and English – spoken and written (mandatory).
4. Valid motor vehicle / riding licence (mandatory).
5. Proficient in MS Office: Word, Excel, PowerPoint, and Google Drive, and report writing.
6. Proven experience coordinating with government departments, provincial councils, or public institutions.
7. Strong community engagement, communication, and interpersonal skills.
8. Familiarity with disability inclusion, gender, or livelihoods programming is an advantage.
9. Willingness to travel extensively within Ampara district and Eastern Province.
10. Residents of Ampara and Eastern Province are strongly encouraged to apply.

Compensation & benefits

1. LKR 60,000 basic salary
2. EPF / ETF statutory benefits
3. Medical insurance cover

When applying

Send your updated CV and cover letter with the subject line “Project Coordinator – Tamil & Sinhala”. Include contact details of two non-related referees. Only shortlisted candidates will be contacted.