Field Coordinator

[Sinjar,Iraq ]

Salary: 800$ / month

 

General

Mercy Hands for Humanitarian Aid (MH) is a leading Iraqi NGO, founded in 2004 with the goal to save lives and preserve human dignity. MH is active in several humanitarian sectors including: food security, livelihoods, protection, education and community development. For more information, please visit MH’s website: www.mercyhands.org.

MH in partnership with Mercy Corps (MC) is implementing a project in Sinjar Governorate with the aim of Building Resilience Against Violent Extremism (BRAVE) funded by GIZ.

Under the overall guidance and supervision of the Project Manager, the Field Coordinator will conduct his/her work according to the framework and project implementation requirements.

The Field Coordinator will assist the Project Manager in coordination and cooperation with relevant stakeholders in the target area, including local authorities, to improve and facilitate the implementation of project activities. Field Coordinator will also maintain a high level of communication between the beneficiaries, local community and the project team in order to ensure a successful outcome for all activities.

Responsibilities

 

• Communicate to all relevant authorities in order to obtain the necessary approvals and coordination to allow the project to move forward successfully.
• Represent MH at relevant meetings and workshops, if required.
• Compile data, photos and reports of project activities.
• Coordinate with suppliers to receive and inspect ordered goods and services.
• Communicate with project beneficiaries.
• Develop relationships with fellow NGOs and Civil Society Organizations also operating in Sinjar & Sinuni.
• Daily contact with the Project Manager regarding team activities and accomplishments.
• Report the weekly plan to the Project Manager.
• Facilitate & participate in the project’s activity (monitoring & evaluation, logistics, visibility, administration).
• Assist in translation (Kurmanji / Arabic / English).

• Minimum level of education: Bachelor Degree in related field.

 

• Experience & Skills:
  • Experience in project management in a relevant field.
  • Proficiency in reporting skills.
  • Shows initiative, flexibility, and team work spirit.
  • Ability to work under pressure.
  • Decision making, critical thinking, and problem solving skills.
  • Communication skills with Humanitarian Agencies, Authorities and Community Leaders.
  • Ability to positively represent MH and the project at all times.
  • Great communication and presentation skills.
  • Ability to work independently and within a team.
  • Good computer skills (MS-Word, Excel, PowerPoint)
  • Ability to work in Kurmanji, Arabic and English (written and spoken).

 

 

Interested candidate can apply by sending their CV and cover letter to the email addresses below:

• [email protected]
• Please also copy this email address : [email protected]

 

Please don’t forget to mention the name of the post which is “BRAVE – Field Coordinator” in the email subject. Otherwise, the application will not be considered.