Community Engagement Assistant (Field Coordinator)

Application period 15-Jul-2024 to 25-Aug-2024

Functional Responsibilities:

Purpose and Scope of Assignment

Under the direct supervision of the Project Manager, the Field Coordinator will be responsible for, but not limited to the following functions and responsibilities:

  • Support the selection process of CfW beneficiaries (unskilled workers) and undertake community outreach in coordination with the contractor/s,
  • Verify the selection of CfW beneficiaries in line with the predefined criteria,
  • Provide support in operational and administrative issues in relation to the CfW beneficiaries such as facilitating between contractor/s and relevant authorities in securing CfW work permits,
  • Monitor the contractor/s in managing the CfW beneficiaries including training, compliance with the SOPs, labor standards etc.
  • Conduct field visits to oversee, coordinate and monitor field level activities of the project;
  • Perform other duties as assigned by the Project Manager.


Monitoring and Progress Controls: Clear description of measurable outputs, milestones, key performance indicators and/or reporting requirements which will enable performance monitoring.

Education/Experience/Language requirements:

Education:

  • Secondary school certification in required.
  • Bachelor degree preferably in Business Administration, Project Management, Business Administration, Management, International Relations, Social Studies or other related field would be a considered advantage.     


Experience:

  • A minimum of two years of experience in supporting project implementation and/or coordination in either public or private sector organization is required.
  • Secondary education in combination with a total of 4 years of relevant work experience may be accepted in lieu of the education requirements outlined above.
  • Working experience in a project – based environment is required.
  • Experience in managing CfW projects is an asset.
  • Experience in Cash for Work management including budget responsibility of high volumes is desirable.
  • Experience with international organization/s and/or UN agencies is an asset.
  • Proficiency with computers in particular MS Word, MS Excel, MS Outlook, Internet, MS Project, and other related software related to the positions field of expertise.


Language:

  • Fluency in English and Arabic

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Remarks: Please note that only shortlisted candidates will be contacted and advance to the next stage of the selection process.
Post date: 18 August 2024
Publisher: LinkedIn
Post date: 18 August 2024
Publisher: LinkedIn