Field Coordinator - Kirkuk

Deadline Date ‎2022-‎06-‎06JOB OPPORTUNITY

Field Coordinator - Kirkuk

World Vision International is a Christian relief, development and advocacy

organization dedicated to working with children, families and their
communities worldwide to reach their full potential by tackling the causes of
poverty and injustice. World Vision - Iraq Office is looking for a highly
qualified and motivated person for the position of Field Coordinator –
Kirkuk
PURPOSE OF POSITION:
Provide support in the development, planning, implementation and monitoring of
UNDP livelihood project(s) in Iraq –Kirkuk and to contribute to World Vision
objective of improving access to basic services and status of the local
economies for sustainable integration and economic recovery in Kirkuk. And
improving access to market-driven skills, knowledge and experience to men and
women for decent jobs/employment, strengthening household economic well-
being/welfare, strengthening capacity and inter-cluster coordination, and
evidence & learning for quality implementation.
MAJOR RESPONSIBILITIES:

Program Management Supervision:
* In coordination with Project Manager, ensure that Livelihood projects are designed and developed in alignment with WVI Strategy, Sphere standards, DMT standards and other accepted standards
* Ensure timely and successful implementation of Livelihood Projects in accordance with World Vision and Donor expectations.
* Provide direct oversight/coordination to all Livelihood management in the project.
* Ensure effective performance management through supervision of the MEAL Officer and matrix relationships
* Coordinate with P&C to ensure timely recruitment and placement of project staff.
* Implement project activities in accordance with the project guidelines and targets and work closely with the other partners and coordinator to mitigate the project management and implementation challenges faced during the project duration.
* Supervision and monitoring of the field activities.
* Ensure the supply and availability of materials in the stocks and sites. And follow up, inspect and ensure project material are delivered as per specified measurements at field level in timely way, and make follow with the supervisor those not delivered as per requisition.
* Support the Project Manager in the Procurement Request process.
* Support the Project Manager in the follow-up of HR, financial and logistics aspects of the project.
* Ensure the collaboration with the local authorities in the intervention areas.
* Coordinate community mobilization and sensitization of community on Livelihood activities under the project.
* Liaise with beneficiary community and local authorities in the selection of project sites as per requirement of the project design.
* Monitor progress of activities report all milestones and flag issues as soon as they arise.
* Participate in the regular meetings to review the quality and progress of the work. Prepare the required reports to the line manager (Project Manager) and feedback with accurate information.
* Assist Project Manager in periodic reports.
* Ensure the close liaison and consultation with Communities leaders during implementation of the Livelihood services as per project document requirement.
* Undertake capacity building of the various groups involved in projects, including Household Committees
Work quality outputs:
* Provide the project manager with continuous feedback on HH conditions, technology changes and all external factors that are likely to be relevant to it in the future; Spread the project identity and message into national stakeholders.
Data collection :
* Support beneficiary selection, and ensure organizational and documental aspect of the beneficiary data.
Others:

• Lead and facilitate sharing best practices within staff and stakeholders


• Provide technical input and coordination of events in the community on promoting equitable access to resources, under the guidance of Project Manager


• Submit weekly/monthly report to the project manager


• Based on the donor requirement, support project coordinator to submit required donor report


• Support Project Manager to administer project budget to ensure accurate and timely budget spending


• Liaise with relevant stakeholders like local authorities, local communities, donor representatives and other stakeholders as appropriate


• Perform other duties as required


• Attend and participate in weekly meeting with the direct line manager.KNOWLEDGE, SKILLS AND ABILITIES:


• Experience of working with cross-functional teams.


• Experience in coalition building and ability to rally coalitions and networks to take positions on specific policy issues.


• Past experience in working with the livelihood sector


• Bachelor’s degree


• Experience in Food security and Livelihood and related fields are preferred.


• Knowledge of the IDPs, returnees and host communities profile in Kirkuk.


• Ability and willingness to learn new things and support new initiatives


• Ability to manage multiple tasks and work under pressure, efficient task prioritization and time management


• Ability to establish and maintain relationships with the community


• Use reflective practice and promote its use for learning, Use critical thinking and analysis


• Strategic, creative, and innovative thinking


• Ability to establish and maintain relationships with partners


• Understanding of community mobilization and empowerment principles and approaches


• Excellent coordination skills


• Ability to engage in personal learning and development


• Practice in community development


• Successful track record in project coordination.


• Ability to manage a wide range of work assignments and changing priorities in high pressure and demanding environment


• Strategic, creative and innovative thinking.


• Demonstrated understanding of the NGO sector.


• Ability to work in high tension and high security risk situations and be able to adapt to rapidly changing contexts


• Knowledge of and adherence to the Red Cross and NGO Code of Conduct and capability of incorporating standards in design, implementation and evaluation of relevant projects


• Ability to maintain performance expectations in diverse cultural contexts, psychologically stressful environments, and physical hardship conditions with limited resources


• Ability to respect and relate appropriately to people of other faiths.


• Understands work from a process point of view and uses measurement and accountability systems effectively.


• Excellent time-management and prioritization.
  Work Environment
  Up to ‎60 Per Cent domestic travel.Mode of Application :
  If you are interested in this position, to apply, please register at:
  https://worldvision.wd1.myworkdayjobs.com/en-
  US/WorldVisionInternational/details/Field-Coordinator---
  Kirkuk_R6453?q=Field%20coordinator-Kirkuk
  No information inquiries will be handled over the phone. Only short listed
  candidates will be notified for the interview. The deadline for application is
  ‎6 June ‎2022.
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  As a Child focused organization, World Vision is committed to the protection
  of children and does not employ staff whose background is not suitable for
  working with children. All employment is conditioned upon the successful
  completion of all applicable background checks .