Field Assistant (Асистент/ -ка польової команди)

ACTED — французька неурядова організація, заснована в 1993 році, яка підтримує вразливі верстви населення, які постраждали від гуманітарних криз у всьому світі. ACTED надає постійну підтримку вразливим громадам шляхом забезпечення стійкості післякризових заходів та готовності до довгострокових викликів, що стоять перед населенням, з метою подолання циклу бідності, сприяння розвитку та зменшення вразливості до катастроф. Наші співробітники завжди готові реагуванню в надзвичайні ситуації, підтримці та відновленню сталого розвитку через 450 проектів у 43 країнах.

ASSIGNMENT

IMPACT has been active in Ukraine since 2015, working primarily in government controlled and non-government-controlled areas of Donetsk and Luhansk. Following the full-scale invasion in February 2022, IMPACT significantly scaled-up its activities, operating across the whole country to support evidence-based planning and prioritisation.

IMPACT is seeking a Field Assistant. Under the supervision of the Field Officer by area, the Field Assistant will provide overall support for the implementation of data collection activities. 

The Field Assistant will support the field team(-s) by area with administrative tasks, organization of meetings/trainings/events, development of internal and external network of communication, materials, tools, etc., participate in field data collection activities, and/or as a member of field data collection team.

Under the supervision of the relevant focal point will be engaged in communications with local authorities, military structures, facilities, partner organizations, and other relevant stakeholders

FUNCTIONS

Administrative tasks

• Support FLAT with getting all necessary documents from the temporary field staff by area in a timely manner. 
• Regularly check and update information regarding equipment, uniform, CRM cards and other stuff needed and available for data collection by area.
• Proofread field related documentation in Ukrainian/English, printing, scanning
• Support with recruitment of temporary staff to perform the above tasks in times of high workload.
• Archive all necessary field documents (agendas, lists of training and FGD participants, photos of trainings, FGDs and field activities, contracts, Codes of conduct, policy acceptance forms, monthly timesheets, acts of services provided etc.) in the specified directories/servers.
• Provide administrative support for HR documentation, including printing HR documents upon request; collecting and maintaining complete documentation packages for temporary field staff; and reviewing submitted documents for completeness, accuracy, and compliance (e.g. correct signatures, number of working days, availability of required documents and copies, document types, and accuracy of recipients’/senders’ names and positions).
• Other duties and responsibilities related to the tasks assigned to the admin functions of field unit.

Field operation tasks

• Support overall planning of data collection by area, coordinate with FLAT, Security and Area Coordinator and other relevant steps. 
• Search and check relevant information in/from Internet resources.
• Manage official correspondence with a wide range of actors (local communities, authorities, facilities, etc.) about upcoming field activities under the supervision of the relevant focal point.
• Support with organizing and conducting trainings for field team(-s) (enumerators and team leaders). 
• Systematization and archiving of photographic materials, including those collected through the Photo bank submission form as well as from other sources, encompassing organization, classification, and maintenance of the project photo archive in accordance with internal SoP.
• Ensure follow-up and ongoing communication, using all appropriate communication channels, with local authorities and relevant stakeholders in relation to planned field activities.
• Other duties and responsibilities related to the tasks assigned to the field work of the unit.

 External engagement

• Support field team members by area in cooperation with local authorities, military structures, facilities, partners, and other relevant stakeholders.
• Participate in external team meetings and take meeting minutes as requested. 
• Maintain and regularly update a centralized contact database for Ukraine, encompassing local authorities, private sector stakeholders, partner organizations etc operating in assessment areas.
• Support with organization of events with different stakeholders as requested.
• Willingness to undertake work-related travel to support the implementation of field activities.
• Other duties and responsibilities related to the tasks assigned to external engagement process of the field unit.

REQUIREMENTS

• 1 year of relevant work experience (preferably humanitarian and/or in the field of local governance)
• Understanding the structure of public authorities and local government will be an advantage.
• English skills will be an asset.
• Computer skills, ability to use Office software, particularly Google sheets and Excel, MS Word, PowerPoint, etc.
• Ability to work independently and in a team, actively advocate for own ideas.
• Stress resistance and multitasking skills are required
• High motivation to learn and work. 

How to apply:

Please submit a CV in English to apply for this position. Please make sure your CV clearly shows why you would be a good fit for this position with REACH. Only short-listed candidates will be contacted for an interview. ACTED is an equal opportunity employer.

Увага! Згідно чинного законодавства, при працевлаштуванні військовозобов'язані громадяни України зобов'язані надати військово-облікові документи та оновити свої військово-облікові дані.

Attention! Per current legislation, individuals subject to military service duty must provide updated military registration documents while being employed.

Ми пропонуємо

• Офіційне працевлаштування;
• Регулярний перегляд заробітної плати;
• 28 календарних днів щорічної відпустки;
• 3 додаткові дні відпустки на рік згідно з внутрішніми політиками;
• Оплата лікарняних у розмірі 100% заробітної плати (до 15 днів на рік) згідно з внутрішніми політиками;
• Можливість працювати віддалено 2 дні на тиждень згідно з внутрішніми політиками;
• Медичне страхування та страхування життя після завершення початкового контрактного періоду;
• Комфортний сучасний офіс із зоною для відпочинку, де завжди доступні чай та кава;
• Дружня мультикультурна команда, яка підтримує розвиток і відкритість;
• Доступ до консультацій з професійним психологом для підтримки ментального здоров’я;
• Курси англійської мови для покращення комунікаційних навичок;
• Перспективи кар’єрного зростання.

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