Education & Arts Project Coordinator

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British Council Grade 4 / H
Role Type: Advisory, Policy and Expertise
Contract Type: Fixed Term Contract for 2 Years
Location: Qatar

Basic Monthly Pay range - Min 5733 - Max 7,165 QAT
Closing Date: 13th Oct 2026 at 11:59 pm Qatar time / 9:59 pm UK time

Role Purpose

Supports the programme team in the implementation of programmes and projects in compliance with British Council policies and procedures.

The role provides administrative, financial and operational support across projects and programmes, including financial administration, reporting and data collection, project delivery and managing relationships with delivery partners, clients, vendors and other stakeholders.

The postholder will also contribute to business development planning and support the effective delivery of programme activities, ensuring that project deadlines, compliance requirements and relevant British Council standards are met.

Role Context

This role sits within Cultural Engagement (CE).

CE brings together the British Council's portfolio of work in arts, education, English and research. Our portfolio is delivered through a set of globally led programmes that position our work and impact within our strategic framework. These programmes contribute to the delivery of our key performance indicators and impact ambitions.

Programme management roles deliver activities and projects within this global programme and strategic framework. Our programmes are funded through the British Council's grant in aid, partnerships and external clients.

The British Council has a contextualised programme and project management framework, with clear standards and procedures for programme management set out by the CE Centre of Excellence. This framework is aligned with the Cabinet Office Functional Standard for Project Delivery, the FCDO Operating Framework and the Association for Project Management Body of Knowledge.

Main Accountabilities

Managing Self and Others

• Hold vendors and suppliers to account for delivering agreed services.
• Work independently and manage workload effectively against project and programme deadlines.
• Contribute effectively to the programme team and support the successful delivery of project activities.

Financial Support

• Plan and report on project financial plans, budget expenditure and forecasting to Programme Managers and the Head of Programme Delivery.
• Manage smaller project budgets.
• Maintain clear, accurate and up-to-date records of all financial transactions in accordance with audit requirements.
• Maintain effective relationships with vendors and ensure payments are processed on time and in accordance with FABS online system (SAP Finance) guidelines.
• Ensure compliance with British Council financial policies and procedures.

Project Management

• Manage project and programme data, including timely data entry, quality assurance and basic analysis of monitoring data.
• Develop progress reports to meet the requirements of funders.
• Support internal compliance activities, including due diligence, records management, data collection and data storage.
• Manage grants administration, including selection and evaluation processes.
• Manage procurement processes in accordance with relevant British Council standards and procedures.
• Manage event-based components and training activities within programmes.
• Support project and programme managers in implementing diversity mainstreaming action plans and contribute to their delivery.

Relationship and Stakeholder Management

• Manage relationships with clients, partners and stakeholders at an appropriate level.
• Manage relationships with vendors and suppliers and hold them to account for delivering agreed services.
• Build constructive working relationships with internal and external stakeholders to support effective programme delivery.
• Contribute to Business Development Plans as required.

Equality, Diversity and Inclusion

• Support the implementation of diversity mainstreaming within programmes and projects.
• Contribute to an inclusive organisational culture where people feel valued and are treated equitably.
• Work effectively with diverse colleagues, partners and stakeholders.
• Recognise and act to reduce bias, including unconscious bias.
• Include and value diverse perspectives and experiences.
• Communicate with empathy and openness.

Role Specific Knowledge and Experience

Minimum / Essential Requirements

• Experience of working in a supporting role on programmes or projects.
• Experience of administrative and financial administration.
• Good understanding of the basic concepts of monitoring and evaluation and how they contribute to effective project management.
• Degree and/or equivalent experience.

Desirable

• Art or education-related degree.

Language Requirements

The British Council systems and global processes operate in English. Written and verbal proficiency in English is required.

Speaking and writing in Arabic is desirable.

British Council Core Skills

The successful candidate will be expected to demonstrate the following core skills:

• Managing Projects – Level 2
• Communicating and Influencing – Level 1
• Managing Risk – Level 1
• Account and Partnership Management – Level 1
• Planning and Organising – Level 1
• Finance and Resources – Level 2

Additional Job Requirements

• Candidates are expected to have researched whether they have the right to live and work in the country in which the role is based.
• Given that British Council offices have different legal statuses depending on the work undertaken, candidates should contact HR in-country for additional information regarding the likelihood of securing a visa.
• The British Council will only provide visa support at its discretion, where such support is available.
• Some travel and out-of-hours work may be required.
• Initial and continuing employment with the British Council is subject to an annual background check. The nature of the check and assessment applied will depend on the requirements of the role.

British Council Values and Behaviours

British Council values and behaviours apply across the organisation, in all roles and at all levels. They are important because they define what we stand for and help us deliver our strategy. They guide our decision-making and how we treat one another and the people we work with.

Our values are:

• Open and Committed
• Expert and Inclusive
• Optimistic and Bold

These values and behaviours will be assessed as part of the selection process.

A connected and trusted UK in a more connected and trusted world.

Equality, Diversity and Inclusion Statement

We are committed to equality, diversity and inclusion and welcome applications from all sections of the community as we believe that a diverse workforce gives added depth to our work. The British Council is a Disability Confident Employer. The Disability Confident scheme helps challenge attitudes, increase understanding of disability and ensure staff are drawn from the widest possible pool of talent. We guarantee an interview for disabled applicants who meet the minimum role requirements. We welcome discussions about specific requirements or adjustments to enable participation and engagement in our work and activities.

Safeguarding Statement

The British Council is committed to safeguarding children, young people and adults who we work with. We believe that all children and adults everywhere in the world deserve to live in safe environments and have the right to be protected from all forms of abuse, maltreatment and exploitation as set out in article 19, UNCRC (United Nations Convention on the Rights of the Child) 1989. Appointment to positions where there is direct involvement with vulnerable groups will be dependent on thorough checks being completed in line with legal requirements and with the British Council’s Safeguarding policies for Adults and Children.

If you experience any difficulties with submitting your application, please email askhr@britishcouncil.org