{"id":28392,"date":"2016-06-21T12:01:34","date_gmt":"2016-06-21T11:01:34","guid":{"rendered":"https:\/\/joblistnigeria.com\/?p=28392"},"modified":"2016-06-21T12:01:34","modified_gmt":"2016-06-21T11:01:34","slug":"international-rescue-committee-field-coordinator","status":"publish","type":"post","link":"https:\/\/joblistnigeria.com\/international-rescue-committee-field-coordinator.html","title":{"rendered":"International Rescue Committee: Field Coordinator"},"content":{"rendered":"

International Rescue Committee – Founded in 1933, the International Rescue Committee is a prominent international organization working in relief, rehabilitation, protection, post-conflict development, resettlement services and advocacy for those uprooted or affected by violent conflict
\nand oppression.<\/p>\n

Job Title: Field Coordinator<\/strong>
\nSector:<\/strong> Program Management
\nEmployee Category:<\/strong> Full Time
\nReports to:<\/strong> The Deputy Director of Operations with occasional travel to Damatru in Yobe State.<\/p>\n

Scope of Work<\/strong>
\nThe Field Coordinator (FC) leads IRCs response in the Maiduguri and Damatru Field Sites and is responsible for overall field coordination, program support, and field office management working in collaboration with Sector Coordinators, DDP, Finance Controller, Senior HR Manager, Senior Supply Chain Manager, DDP and CD.
\nAs the IRC\u2019s most senior representative in the field, the Field Coordinator must bring a senior leadership profile with a proven track record in managing emergency programing.
\nThe successful candidate will be confident eloquent and organized, able to represent IRC to partners including beneficiaries and donors as well as handle sensitive, complex issues in a diplomatic way that puts the needs of beneficiaries first.<\/p>\n

Responsibilities<\/strong>
\nField Operational Management:
\nCoordinate all operational functions in the Maiduguri office to ensure overall management of Maiduguri-based operational support team.
\nEnsure operational support for program teams and coordinate with sector coordinators and managers for effective implementation of all project activities.
\nEnsure health, safety and security protocols are followed at all times, and take corrective, timely actions as required and in consultation with the DDO and other SMT members
\nReview IRC security plans on a regular basis and ensure they are up to date at all times.
\nSupport budget holders in review of budget vs. actual reports with operations staff and ensure appropriate action is taken in a timely fashion.
\nEnsure complete and correct use of all finance forms and timely communication of financial issues to the financial controller.
\nEnsure compliance with IRC and donor finance and logistics policies, including all aspects of procurement and asset management.
\nGuarantee adequate communication and coordination between field locations, technical coordination staff and country office on daily activities as well as program and operational issues.
\nSupport emergency needs assessments and emergency program implementation in response to the developing humanitarian situation.
\nTogether with program and grant staff, develop programs and proposals for rapid and timely support of populations affected by conflict.
\nSupport and coordinate with Maiduguri-based operations team as well as Abuja all aspects of supply chain support, including procurement, stock management, asset management, vehicle and equipment renewal, maintenance and repair (including communications and computer equipment).
\nOversee under the auspices of the Finance Controller and DDO the financial management of field office operations, and finance\/logistics staff, including cash management and transactions, operational budget.<\/p>\n

HR and Staff Development:
\nEnsure the ongoing capacity building of operations team (SC, HR, Admin, IT & Security) through support to direct supervisors in ensuring staff performance evaluations and individual development plans
\nEnsure appropriate support to the team through regular IDP site visits and replacement of staff if needed
\nSupport field staff in the implementation of personnel policies including coaching, performance evaluation, staff development, and disciplinary measures.<\/p>\n

Strategic Planning:
\nParticipate in the finalization of the strategic action plan (SAP) for IRC Nigeria Country Office (CO)
\nDevelop a Maiduguri -focused operations plan to support the program activities and the scale up programming once SAP is validated and operational<\/p>\n

Coordination and Representation:
\nSupport the SPC and program teams to ensure quality implementation of the IRC Nigeria program interventions.
\nActively develop and maintain effective working relationships with key stakeholders at the state level including donors, government actors, local traditional leadership, beneficiary populations and their representatives, etc
\nEstablish and maintain networks with UN, INGOs, and local partners to promote strategic partnerships.
\nRepresent IRC to UN, international and national NGOs, and attend coordination meetings as needed at the state level.<\/p>\n

Requirements<\/strong><\/p>\n