koordinator

Koordinator is a role found in various organizations and contexts, referring to a person who coordinates activities, resources, and people to achieve specific objectives. The term is a loanword in Indonesian and Malay, derived from coordinating or coordination; in Indonesian usage, koordinator can denote both the function and the title of the person performing it.

Typical responsibilities of a koordinator include planning and scheduling activities, facilitating communication among teams, aligning tasks with project goals, monitoring progress, and preparing status reports. They often act as a liaison among staff, clients, suppliers, and management, ensuring that information flows smoothly and that obstacles are addressed promptly. Documentation, documentation control, and ensuring adherence to deadlines and standards are common duties as well.

Contexts and titles vary. Common examples are Koordinator Proyek (Project Coordinator), Koordinator Program, Koordinator Lapangan (Field Coordinator), and Koordinator Administratif. The role is prevalent in project management, events, education, healthcare, government programs, and non-profit organizations. In many settings, the koordinator works under a supervisor or manager and has limited decision-making authority, with primary emphasis on synchronization and communication rather than strategic leadership.

Key skills for a koordinator include strong organizational and time-management abilities, clear written and verbal communication, problem-solving, stakeholder management, and the ability to work collaboratively across departments. The position often requires adaptability to changing priorities and the capacity to manage multiple tasks simultaneously.