Pakistan: Field Coordinator
Country: Pakistan
Closing date: 05 Feb 2014
Location: Peshawar & Islamabad, Pakistan
Specific Objectives:
Objective 1: Effectively manage and develop ACF Programming and Strategy in the Province.
Activities:
Lead and motivate the management team in the Province.Ensure proper PCM follow up and implementation of project activities in line with the different work plans through line management of the PMs (and under the technical guidance of the Technical Coordinators. Promote relevant, needs-based, integrated humanitarian/recovery programming in line with country strategy.Ensure good level of coordination and integration of new program assessments and project evaluations in the provinceExamine possibilities for program expansion at both geographical and sectoral dimensionsEnsure good coordination between Technical and Support departments in all Bases in collaboration with HoBs.Support and guide the PMs in the development of potential partnerships/alliancesData collection and research, analysis of socioeconomic, humanitarian and security issues in the province to support in the definition of new proposals/concept notes
Objective 2: Safety/Security of ACF personnel and assets
Activities:
Analysis, identification, quantification and, through line management, mitigation of assessed risks.Maintenance of updated security plans (procedural, SOP, MOSS, health, evacuation)Development and maintenance of security network (formal/informal) at provincial level.Responsible for provincial-level decisions regarding the Security and Safety of all ACF premises and staff in the Province and lead the provincial Incident Management Team, ensuring implementation of the IMT Flowchart (information sharing, IRs development, ad hoc security measures etc).Closely coordinate with Crisis Management Team (CD, DCD, LOGCO) for any developments on the security situation.Brief all staff on security and context changes as needed.
Objective 3: Overall responsibility for Finance, HR, and Logistics in the Province
Activities:
Supports and follows up HR, Finance, Supply, Procurement, Fleet and Movements in the province, including planning, authorization of expenses and reporting through line management of the HoBs and Provincial Logistics and Administration teams in coordination with ADMIN and LOG Coordinators.Ensures that ACF policies, procedures and donor regulations applicable to field activities are executed in close collaboration with HoBs.Defines HR needs and ensures field recruitment is carried out according to regulations and national labor laws.Responsible for stress management and conflict mitigation within the teams.Support and give guidance to HoBs to hold the weekly base coordination meetings and promote departmental coordination.
Objective 4: Provincial representation of ACF and adherence to Mandate/Charter/Principles.
Activities:
Act as the senior representative of ACF in the province and liaise/exchange information with CD, DCD and other FieldCo(s) to ensure common ACF positioning in humanitarian issues.Promotion and defense of humanitarian principles towards all stakeholders.Maintenance/expansion of regular relations with field-based donors, authorities and partners.Compliance with national laws, regulations and best practices.Ensure respect of ACF Code of Conduct by all ACF staff.Development of an information (formal/informal) networkUndertake any other tasks assigned by Country Director
Internal & External relationships
Internal
Line Manager of: Deputy Field Coordinator, Heads of Bases, Program ManagersWork collaboratively with technical and support coordinatorsExternal
External representation with other NGOs in KP and in interagency coordination mechanisms as requiredRegular communications and reporting to provincial and district authorities
REPORTING RESPONSIBILITIES
Biweekly SitrepKP Security reportsDonor Reports as required
POSITION REQUIREMENTS
QUALIFICATIONS
Degree in related humanitarian issueSKILLS & EXPERIENCE
ESSENTIAL
Significant experience with INGOs. Previous experience with ACF in emergency and post-emergencies an asset.Excellent management skills (HR, projects, stress management)Advanced knowledge of donors’ guidelines and procedures (ECHO, UNICEF, DFID, OFDA, etc.)Ability to organize, train and motivate a multicultural teamExcellent diplomatic and negotiation skillsDisciplined and able to work independentlyFluent in EnglishExcellent drafting and written skills.
PREFERRED
Master's degreeExperience in insecure setting
How to apply:
Apply with resume and cover letter at http://actionagainsthunger.theresumator.com/apply/urnt1i/Field-Coordinat...
