Керівник групи з забезпечення харчової безпеки / Livelihood Team Leader

HEKS / EPER Ukraine є міжнародною гуманітарною організацією, яка працює в Україні з метою покращення умов життя людей, що перебувають у складних життєвих обставинах. Зараз ми шукаємо кандидата на посаду "Керівник групи з забезпечення харчової безпеки / Livelihood Team Leader" у місті Миколаїв.

Обов'язки:

- Розробка та впровадження програм забезпечення харчової безпеки для вразливих груп населення 

- Координація роботи команди забезпечення харчової безпеки

- Дистрибуція гуманітарної допомоги

 - Моніторинг та оцінка ефективності програм 

- Забезпечення взаємодії з партнерами та стейкхолдерами 

- Забезпечення відповідності програм вимогам фінансування та стандартам організації Вимоги:

- Досвід роботи в галузі забезпечення харчової безпеки та розвитку сільського господарства 

- Вища освіта в галузі агрономії, економіки, соціальних наук або суміжній галузі 

- Відмінні організаційні та комунікаційні навички 

- Знання англійської мови на рівні Intermediate або вище 

Переваги:

 - Соціальний пакет та конкурентна заробітна плата

- Медичне страхування

- Можливість професійного зростання та розвитку 

- Робота в дружньому колективі професіоналів 

 Якщо ви маєте бажання долучитися до нашої команди та сприяти покращенню умов життя вразливих груп населення, надсилайте своє резюме на вакансію "Керівник групи з забезпечення харчової безпеки / Livelihood Team Leader" в компанії "HEKS / EPER Ukraine" в місті Миколаїв.

The Livelihood Team Leader is responsible for the achievement of Livelihood activities with respect to deadlines, standard operating procedures and quality requirement as well as for the distribution of good of the project activities in the field of intervention. The main area of work are livelihood, winterization and distribution. 

Main tasks and responsibilities

Operational management and development

• support the MEAL department and Field Operations Manager in creating assessment tools (questionnaires, databases) and providing needs analysis.  
• Support the Field Operations Manager in creating SOPs and Activity Forms for Livelihood activities. 
• Design and conduct technical needs assessments, based on Cluster recommendations and with clear methodology. 
• Develop a work plan for each activity under his/her supervision
• Participate to field visits and supervise the progress of the activities
• Provide technical guidance to the Field Officers
• With the support of the MEAL department, analyze the results of vulnerability assessments and prioritize beneficiaries
• With support from the logistic Department, contribute to the identification and selection of Financial Service Providers in capacity to propose cash transfers, and of food suppliers in capacity to quickly deliver food assistance.
• Collaborate with stakeholders in the area of intervention in order to facilitate activities and identify needs.

Team Management & Capacity building 

• Coordinate the work of Livelihood Field Officers and partners dedicated to these activities: weekly/daily planning explained during weekly/daily team meetings, daily planning. 
• Manage the Livelihood Field Officers/workers working on the activities
• Regular monitoring of activities by constantly visiting the areas of intervention. Ensure direct communication and feedbacks mechanism when not directly on the field 
• Ensure team building, strengthen links between beneficiaries and field staff 
• Follow-up the operational team according to the mission’s HR policy and guideline: daily management, attendance, holiday management, etc. 
• Ensure performance evaluation of the operational staff with the support of the Livelihood Manager and identify training needs.
• Ensure the respect and application of disciplinary rules as per HR policy 

Logistics & administration

• In close collaboration with Field Operations Manager, Logistics and Finance department, ensure that the required means are available to complete activities based on workplan
• Recruit Field Officers when needed
• Contribute to the elaboration of the procurement plan, share on-time procurement requests with Field Operations Manager, verify the conformity of deliveries with orders, ensure the follow-up and proper use of materials and tools used during on-site works and trainings
• In collaboration with Field Operations Manager and Finance department, check the availability of funds

Communication & Reporting 

• Be the focal point of the team for visibility and communication aspects
• Collect all information and report by written on the progress of activities on a weekly basis (including for implementing partner) to the Field Operations Manager  
• Report immediately any delay, problem, or any relevant information to Field Operations Manager  and Livelihood Program Manager
• Participate in the mapping and liaison with local authorities, NGOs and other stakeholders under delegation from the Field Operations Manager   

External representation and coordination 

• Ensure daily coordination with implementing partners.
• Participate to Livelihood Working Group in the Area of Intervention and other relevant coordination meetings, 
• Contribute to methodology harmonization and lessons learnt in livelihoods and cash for work activities 
• Coordinate with all stakeholders involved: local authorities, coordination agencies and other iNGOs operating in the area of intervention 

Competencies & requirements

Language skills: Fluent in Ukrainian and Russian (speaking/reading/writing), Intermediate in English is highly desirable.

Education degree: Secondary diploma (including but not limited to: Agriculture, Economics, Development Studies, Sociology, etc.)

Work experience: 1- year relevant professional experience compulsory. 6-month experience in NGOs/On-site training in field work is desirable.

Computer skills: 

• Solid use of the MS office software (including Word, Excel, Outlook) is compulsory.
• Knowledge of mobile data collection platforms (e.g., KoboToolbox or other ODK-based including XLS form coding and troubleshooting) is desirable
• Knowledge of managing data protection, including data encryption, user and group management, views, and security modes is desirable

Transversal skills: 

• Good analytical and writing skills
• Very good team spirit
• Strong motivation to help people in needs
• Well organized and attention to details
• Conflict resolution and diplomatic skills
• Ability to analyse and suggest improvement
• Autonomy, neutrality, hard worker
• Able to manage stress and pressure
• Ability to work within a team.

HEKS/EPER offers : official employment, competitive and decent salary, social package in accordance with the Labor Code, equipped workplace, medical insurance etc.