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Field Coordinator

Action Africa Help International (AAHI)

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Social Science

Social Science and Community

Dolo Ado,Gambela,Melkadida

5 years

1 Position

2023-11-28

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2023-12-03

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Social Science

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Job Description

Overall purpose of the role:

The Field Coordinator is responsible for the overall management of Gambella/Melkadida field office located in the Gambella and Somali region region; S/he ensures the security of all staff is monitored at all times, S/he ensures smooth implementation of the program activities, and s/he coordinates HR, Finance, Workshop and Logistics for the specified regions. S/he also works in close collaboration with the donor and other NGOs in the area and represents AAHI for authorities and stakeholders in the region.

Specific Responsibilities

  • Oversee and coordinate the general functioning of the base and all departments/services;

  • Organize regular weekly coordination meetings in order to organize the work and priorities.

  • Create/maintain a positive “team spirit” within the different departments and amongst the staff;

  • Provide good working conditions for all team members.

  • Support team members under direct supervision in their duties.

  • Coordinate the activities of local partners on the field office

  • Routinely monitor the security situation in the project locations, and update field and coordination teams with analysis where necessary

  • Contribute to the contextual monitoring of the region, in close collaboration with regional actors and the Addis Coordination team.

  • Ensure the implementation of the program in the field and its follow-up in its different aspects: planning and monitoring of activities, reporting, evaluation, logistic, HR, and financial.

  • Ensure the coordination of all project partners, including general planning / implementing / monitoring of activities; information sharing; and reporting follow-up (including financial reporting)

  • Ensure appropriate administrative, financial and logistical AAHI system/procedures are in place, maintained and adhered to so that all support functions are carried out effectively and efficiently.

  • Ensure regular communications are maintained between the different departments and act as a mediator when necessary.

  • Responsible for budget control and overall responsibility for financial management at the project site in line with the project proposal.

  • Maintain good inter-department communications, promote good team dynamics, and take suitable action when problems occur.

  • Represent AAHI to NGOs, UN agencies, regional authorities, communities, donors, and other relevant parties in the field and share information with the field and coordination teams; 

  • Build strong relationships with humanitarian actors working in the area in order to identify potential synergies.

  • Report to AAHI and the donor on activities on regular basis;

Duty Station:  Two locations: Gambella – Gambella Region and Melkadida/Dollo Ado – Somali region

Reports to:  Country Program Manager

Number of positions:     Two (One for Gambella in Gambella region and one for Melkadida/Dollo Ado in Somali Region)     

Start Date: Immediate

Duration: 1 year with the possibility of extension

Job Requirements

Qualification and Experience:

  • Relevant professional qualification,

  • BA /MA Degree in social sciences and related disciplines,

  • At least 5 and above years of similar relevant professional experience (ex: field coordinator, Program Coordinator, Program Manager),

  • Solid experience in project planning and budget holding; proposal and report writing,

  • Solid Experience in security management,

  • Experience in HR, financial, workshop and logistics management,

  • Previous field experience in humanitarian NGOs is a plus.

How to Apply

Submit your cover letter along with an updated CV (no longer than three pages) in English Via E-mail: zabrha@actionafricahelp.org

NOTE: Please ensure to write the position you are applying for in the subject line of your E-mail Address. CV’s of no more than 3 pages in length are preferred.

Fields Of Study

Social Science

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