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Field Coordinator, Rutshuru, DRC
Source: International Rescue Committee (IRC)
| Deadline: | 16 Oct 2008 |
| Organisation: | International Rescue Committee (IRC) |
| Location: | Congo (DR) |
| Type: | permanent |
| Salary: | TBA (000's USD) |
| Description: | The IRC is a recognized leader in humanitarian emergencies. When thousands flee war or repression, the IRC is immediately on the ground to make sure life-saving help gets to those who need it. We provide shelter, clean water, healthcare, and education to displaced people. Most importantly, IRC works with them to make sure they survive their exile in dignity. Background Violent civil conflict has forced more than three hundred thousand people from their homes in the North Kivu province of the Democratic Republic of Congo. With multiple non-aligned rebel groups and a renewed commitment from the DRC Government to clear the province forcibly the situation is bleak for civilians. The International Rescue Committee has launched an emergency response that will see the provision of emergency health, environmental health and gender based violence response programs to displaced and vulnerable host communities within the far eastern territory of Rutshuru. Job Responsibilities The Field Coordinator is responsible for providing management oversight to all programming and operations functions at the field level. This includes Program Implementation, Operations, Safety and Security, and Finance Management. The Field Coordinator will be based in Rutshuru with some travel to Goma, the provincial capital, for representational and coordination purposes. Oversees IRC Program & Operations (administrative, logistical and fiscal management) at the field site. Represents IRC at the field office level and with all Government, Non-Government and UN partners. Supervises Technical Coordinators/Managers based at the field site, providing technical and non-technical management support / advice in the implementation of projects. Develops a long term strategy for activities at the field site, integrating the IRC Programming Principles and Program Framework. Working in collaboration with Technical Coordinators/Managers, designs and implements a Monitoring and Evaluation plan for programs operated at the field level. This system should ensure that activity, impact and output data is captured in an accurate and efficient manner, and that programs are continually tailored to optimize quality and impact levels. Ensures donor reports are prepared and submitted in a timely manner, as per the grant agreements With relevant Technical Coordinators, facilitates inter-department collaboration, work plans and regular meetings. Chairs weekly Management Meetings. Submits monthly management reports to the Provincial Director Develops the IRC program at field site level, assisting the Provincial Director in formulating annual plans and in determining program direction. Participates in strategic planning for the country program and facilitate workshops (as required) and in preparation of strategic and annual action plans Ensures positive interaction and good relations with partners and local communities. Keep Provincial Director informed about any important developments or events in field location. Establishes and maintain security guidelines for IRC field office. Follows and implements procedures and guidelines as informed by Provincial Director, Country Director and / or IRC HQ. Any other duties as assigned. Job Requirements University degree; preferably an advanced degree in an appropriate field such as Economics, International Relations or Development Studies. Minimum of 3 years overseas experience, preferably in complex emergency settings. Fluency in both French and English required. Knowledge of and experience in working with and coordinating with international and national partner organizations. Ability to live and productively work in insecure, unstable and/or harsh environments. Excellent program management, project planning, budget management and organizational, interpersonal, and communication skills. Must be able to work independently while being a strong team player with proven management and leadership skills. Ability to work CODAN, VHF and Sat phones. Additional qualities: ability to multitask, ability to handle pressure well, ability to improvise, flexibility, cultural and environmental sensitivity. This is a long term, unaccompanied position. |
