Field Coordinator - South Lebanon
À propos
PUI all around the world
With its 40 years of experience, Première Urgence Internationale :
Supports close to 6 millions beneficiaries
With more than 100 Millions € yearly budget
Present in 22 countries, on 5 continents
Thanks to the work and commitment of :
More than 2000 national staffs
Around 200 expatriates from 45 different nationalities
And 90 employees at HQ
PUI works in 10 areas of intervention and distinguishes itself by the implementation of an integrated approach in its response. This method aims to identify and understand the needs of all those affected by a crisis. Our teams come together to bring a rapid global response to the basic needs of populations affected by humanitarian crises to help them regain independence and dignity.
Learn more on our history, our values, our areas of intervention.
Focus on our activities in LEBANON
Our mission in Lebanon has been open since 2012. PUI develops its integrated approach with health, protection, food security & livelihoods, and shelter interventions. Furthermore, PUI works on strengthening existing public systems and infrastructure, while also providing direct, emergency support to affected population depending on the local context. Today, the mission is implementing 12 projects.
Le job
What about the Field Coordinator - South Lebanon ? As Field Coordinator, you will be responsible for the the proper functioning of the project site, and proper implementation of programs developed on that site..
For this purpose, you will be responsible for :
Safety & Security:
You will be responsible for the safety & security of the site.
Programmes:
You will coordinate the teams and ensure proper implementation of programs on the site, under the supervision of your immediate supervisor.
Human Resources:
You will supervise all of the teams at the site, as well as national and international staff.
Logistical, administrative and financial support:
You will oversee the logistical, administrative and financial components at the site for the purpose of program implementation, and ensure compliance with the relevant procedures, with substantive support from the Logistics Coordinator (LOGC), and the Administrative and Financial Coordinator (AFC) of the mission. You will represent the organization before the partners, authorities, and various local actors operating in the area where your base is located.
Coordination:
You will centralize and disseminate information from/to the site, and consolidate the internal and external reporting activities implemented in your field of operations before submitting them to your immediate supervisor.
Assessment/ Strategy:
You will participate in strategy development and propose new interventions in function of needs identified in your field of operations.
The challenges that await you :
- Constant follow-up and analysis of the regional context (South Lebanon + Middle-East) in order to anticipate and mitigate potential security risks to the operations and the team:
- Overseeing the roll-out of a new organizational structure with the addition of the Deputy Field Coordinator role, the decentralization of the protection and MEAL line management at base level and the switch to a "program" rather than "project" approach for the technical departments
- Reviewing the implementation logic of our integrated approach considering the geographical dispersion of several activities
- Piloting, with an aim to scale up if successful, a livelihoods intervention in South Lebanon in line with the mission's strategy
Profil
What you will need to succeed
Training
You hold a Master’s degree or equivalent in Humanitarian action: project management, a technical background related to one of our activity sectors, in human resources management, financial management.
Experience
You are strengthened by minimum 1 year of experience in the field with international NGOs in project coordination. Experience in international team management, project and security management would be valued. A previous experience as Field Coordinator or in an equivalent position would also be appreciated. You already worked with Première Urgence Internationale? It would be a definite asset!
Skills
You master humanitarian project management and team management, you have a detailed knowledge of donors prerequisites. You also have excellent writing skills.
Qualities
You are a good communicator, both in writing and orally. You demonstrate good team spirit, leadership skills and the ability to make decisions, trustworthiness and a sense of responsibility, organisational skills, reactivity, ability to be thorough and to adapt. You have a strong ability to resist stress and particularly in unstable circumstances.
Languages
English has no secrets for you! All the better, it is mandatory for this position. If you speak Arabic and/or French, it would be a definite asset.
A word from the manager« The very first activities implemented by PUI in the country were in South Lebanon more than 20 years ago. The current Field Coordinator will have completed 3 years of contract on this position and many national colleagues have been with us for 10+ years. The context is complex but fascinating due to the constant shift in the political, economic, social and security environment. With a base portfolio above 5 million annually and 5 sectors of intervention, this position is a great opportunity for an experienced Field Coordinator to further develop their management and leadership skills. »
Extra
PUI will offer you
- Status : Executive with a Fixed-Term Contract
- Monthly Gross Income : 2,650.00 - 3,130.00 EUR depending on your experience in International Solidarity + 50€ per semester of seniority with PUI
- Insurance including medical coverage and complementary healthcare, 24/24 assistance and repatriation
- Housing : Historically, South Field Coordinators have decided to reside in Beirut (private accommodation is possible like for any other expatriates except FC North) and to commute everyday to Saida base, where there is currently limited accommodation possibility. This requires coming back "early" (4:30 pm) to Beirut in order to respect working hours for the drivers, which essentially mean splitting the working day in 2 parts.
- Daily Living Expenses ("Per Diem")
- Break Policy : 5 working days at 3 and 9 months + break allowance
- Paid Leaves Policy : 5 weeks of paid leaves per year + return ticket every 6 months
Our commitments
Première Urgence Internationale sees diversity of nationalities, genders, beliefs, profiles and statuses among its Human Resources as a major asset for its humanitarian action, and therefore compels itself to the strict observance of the principle of non-discrimination throughout its recruitment process.
Première Urgence Internationale applies a policy of zero tolerance towards exploitation, sexual abuse and mistreatment, in all its forms, of women, children and all other vulnerable persons. It engages all its staff to promote, disseminate and respect the principles set out in its ethical charter.
Please note that Première Urgence Internationale shall not in any case request a financial contribution for administrative costs related to recruitment. Any such information would be fraudulent, please disregard it.
You recognize yourself in this profile and you adhere to our commitments ? You feel ready to take up the challenge and to join PUI great family ?