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The International Rescue Committee (IRC) responds
to the world’s worst humanitarian crises and helps people to survive and
rebuild their lives. Founded in 1933 at the request of Albert Einstein, the IRC
offers lifesaving care and life-changing assistance to refugees forced to flee
from war or disaster. At work today in over 40 countries and 22 U.S. cities, we
restore safety, dignity and hope to millions who are uprooted and struggling to
endure. The IRC leads the way from harm to home.
to the world’s worst humanitarian crises and helps people to survive and
rebuild their lives. Founded in 1933 at the request of Albert Einstein, the IRC
offers lifesaving care and life-changing assistance to refugees forced to flee
from war or disaster. At work today in over 40 countries and 22 U.S. cities, we
restore safety, dignity and hope to millions who are uprooted and struggling to
endure. The IRC leads the way from harm to home.
IRC entered Nigeria in October 2012 in response to
a widespread flood disaster. IRC’s Emergency Response Team, with local partner
CISCOPE (Civil Society Coalition for Poverty Eradication), implemented a
project to support livelihoods and improve WASH in Kogi State from February to
May 2013. This was followed by a 3-month nutrition and food security program in
the same location from October 2013 to January 2014. IRC is now initiating
programming in Adamawa State. The current project addresses malnutrition and
associated health concerns among conflict-affected children in four districts.
To support this project, IRC is opening offices in Yola and Mubi.
a widespread flood disaster. IRC’s Emergency Response Team, with local partner
CISCOPE (Civil Society Coalition for Poverty Eradication), implemented a
project to support livelihoods and improve WASH in Kogi State from February to
May 2013. This was followed by a 3-month nutrition and food security program in
the same location from October 2013 to January 2014. IRC is now initiating
programming in Adamawa State. The current project addresses malnutrition and
associated health concerns among conflict-affected children in four districts.
To support this project, IRC is opening offices in Yola and Mubi.
SCOPE OF WORK:
The Field Coordinator (FieldCo) leads the IRC’s response efforts in northern
Adamawa, providing management guidance to ensure effective and efficient
programming. As the IRC’s most senior representative in the field, the Field
Coordinator must bring a senior leadership profile with a proven track record
in managing emergency and refugee programming. The successful candidate will be
well organized and able to represent IRC to partners including beneficiaries
and donors. The FieldCo must handle sensitive, complex issues in a diplomatic
way that puts the needs of the beneficiaries first.
The Field Coordinator (FieldCo) leads the IRC’s response efforts in northern
Adamawa, providing management guidance to ensure effective and efficient
programming. As the IRC’s most senior representative in the field, the Field
Coordinator must bring a senior leadership profile with a proven track record
in managing emergency and refugee programming. The successful candidate will be
well organized and able to represent IRC to partners including beneficiaries
and donors. The FieldCo must handle sensitive, complex issues in a diplomatic
way that puts the needs of the beneficiaries first.
RELATIONSHIPS:
The FieldCo reports to the Operations Coordinator and supervises the Mubi Field
team. The FieldCo will travel 50% to service delivery sites.
The FieldCo reports to the Operations Coordinator and supervises the Mubi Field
team. The FieldCo will travel 50% to service delivery sites.
RESPONSIBILITIES:
- Representation
- Develop a sound understanding of the IRC and
its programs such that the FieldCo can represent IRC Nigeria at the local
level. Establish and maintain effective, professional relationships with
local leaders and other stakeholders.
Security:
- Act as security focal point for northern
Adamawa and implement a local security plan - Regularly review and update the local security
management plan based on constantly shifting environment; - Ensure staff are trained on, aware of and in
compliance with IRC security policies and the local SMP; - Monitor the security situation in northern
Adamawa, including attending security briefings, regularly meeting with
local officials and listening to local staff and residents; - Keep senior management in Abuja and Yola and
local staff informed of developments; - Provide a security briefing on arrival for all
arriving staff and visitors; - Compile and submit weekly security reports to
OpsCo, copied to CD.
Logistics:
- Ensure smooth logistical support to program
activities in northern Adamawa, including procurement, stock and asset
management, vehicle operations, equipment maintenance and repair
(including communications and computer equipment); - Staff Management:
- Supervise northern Adamawa team including
setting annual objectives and monitoring performance against targets;
conducting performance evaluations; and taking corrective action as
required; identify training needs; provide coaching and mentoring; recruit
qualified staff for open positions. - Make recommendations to the OpsCo on contract
extensions, promotions and disciplinary and grievance matters. - Ensure that performance evaluations for all
staff are conducted on time, and review all evaluations to ensure quality
and consistency; for field-based staff. - Finance and Budget Monitoring:
- Oversee all budget expenditures in Mubi and
ensure they are compliant with IRC and donor regulations; - Conduct weekly cash count with finance
officer; - Review Monthly Budget vs. Actuals reports and
Budget Expenditure Plans with program staff, ensure that relevant action
is taken in a timely fashion; - Inform senior management of changing budget
needs, and participate in budget development and revision processes.
Reporting:
- Submit timely and accurate reports to the
OpsCo and CD as required - Review finance, logistics, HR reports to
ensure accuracy before submission - Systems Compliance and Improvement:
- Assure adherence to IRC global and
Nigeria-specific finance, logistics, IT, security, communications and
HR/administration policies and procedures; - Ensure that all staff understand and follow
the IRC Way; - Monitor the field office in accord with IRC’s
Field Office Monitoring and Control procedures.
Other
- Other relevant duties as assigned.
REQUIREMENTS:
- Education
- Degree in public administration, international
relations or related field, advanced degree preferred.
Experience
- At least 5 years work within a humanitarian
agency, including field management and report writing - 3-5 years experience managing, supervising and
developing operational staff - IRC and Africa experience a plus
Skills
- Good understanding of operations and
humanitarian programming - Strong organizational skills, ability to
coordinate and manage a diverse array of responsibilities: programs,
logistics, security, finance and operations. - Demonstrated ability to handle sensitive
situations diplomatically and possesses strong communication skills. - Ability to work well with people of varying
backgrounds, cultures, education levels - Familiarity with IRC and donor (US, European,
UN) policies and regulations - Excellent computer skills: MS Word, Excel,
Power Point, Outlook. - Fluency in spoken and written English,
knowledge of Hausa a plus. - Additional qualities: ability to handle
pressure, to solve problems, to prioritize work, honesty, flexibility,
punctuality, sense of humor.
WORK ENVIRONMENT:
- Security: The program site in northern Adamawa
State is Security Level 3 – orange; travel is subject to defined security
protocols.
How to apply
Please click here to apply:
Application deadline: March 7, 2014
