وظائف شاغرة في لبنان FSL COORDINATOR

وظائف شاغرة في لبنان FSL COORDINATOR

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Please send us your CV and Cover letter in English. CV only will not be considered.

Applications should be sent by email to beirut.job@solidarites-liban.org with the keyword “FSL Coordinator – your name” included in the subject.

NB: The vacancy may close before the deadline. Thank you for your comprehension

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http://www.solidarites.org/en/

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PRESENTATION OF THE ORGANIZATION

SOLIDARITES INTERNATIONAL (SI) is an international humanitarian NGO which, for more than 40 years, has been providing assistance to populations affected by armed conflicts and natural disasters by meeting their vital needs for food, water and shelter. Present in around twenty countries, SI’s teams – 2000 people in total made up of expatriates, national staff, permanent staff at headquarters, and a few volunteers – work with professionalism and commitment while respecting cultures.

In Lebanon, SI is developing an ambitious FSL programming aiming at supporting (i) the food security of communities affected by the economic crisis and (2) strengthening the resilience of local farming systems toward economic and climatic shocks. In Beqaa governorate, SI is supporting small holder farmers through projects improving access to seeds, promoting agro-ecological and agro-forestry practices, supporting value chains and improving sustainable use of natural resources through watershed approaches.

DESCRIPTION OF THE POSITION

General objective:

The FSL coordinator contributes to the development of Solidarités International strategy by proposing a sector-based strategy in the field of FSL.

He/she specifically guarantees the quality and suitability of proposed technical approaches and ensures the appropriateness of FSL activities and general SI objectives to the needs of the local populations.

He/she coordinates the project cycle and more particularly the operational monitoring of FSL programs implemented in the intervention country.

He/she contributes to the process of capitalization and the improvement of SI methods and techniques in the field of FSL.

Priorities for the 2/3 first months:

Design SI FSL strategy for Lebanon mission in collaboration with the regional FSL advisor and DCD for Programs
Support and work closely with Supply team for specific procurements linked to new FSL projects
Lead assessments related to Food Security, livelihoods, markets and value chain in SI areas of interventions
Coordination with the local stakeholders and the other actors (local and international) working in FSL
Active participation sectors and actors linked to FSL
Capitalize on previous FSL projects and activities and follow-up on recommendations implementation

Responsibilities and main activities:

Strategic orientation

Propose and develop a sector-based strategy in accordance with SI’s policies and priorities for the intervention country.
Propose and organize diagnostic missions in the field of FSL
Support the Deputy Country Director/Head of Programs in the monitoring and analysis of the FSL sector and the analysis of donors’ strategies for FSL activities
Be the driving force for putting new FSL activities into place.
Participate actively in programming work

Relevance and quality of projects

Confirm the relevance of any FSL assessments carried out
Propose and organize evaluation missions
Support the program supervisor/s in setting up a technical approach and assessing the financial, human, and logistical elements of programs to be implemented.
Approve the technical approaches and aspects of projects for FSL activities
Ensure that all FSL programs are implemented respecting Solidarités International annual operational strategy, technical requirements, and the criteria stipulated by financial backers.
Ensure the relevance and consistency of FSL programs vis-à-vis the needs of the local populations.
Ensure that the programs under his/her supervision achieve the required results
Ensure that work meets sustainability requirements and that established norms and standards are respected
Develop the FSL team capacities with techniques and new methodologies

Coordination, technical support and operational monitoring

Ensure that resources from the Tool Box are used correctly in the management of the FSL project cycle.
Ensure that the planning and monitoring timetable is consolidated / validated
Approve the quality criteria and performance indicators of FSL programs proposed by the program managers.
Ensure that monitoring indicators are in place and relevant
With the coordination team, take part in the monthly review of programs (budgetary, operational, logistical…)
Provide support and advice to the logistical service for the purchase of specific materials for FSL activity
Provide a technical and methodological support to program managers for the planning and implementation of FSL activities
Supervise and support the FSL program managers, monitor and evaluate FSL activities implemented
Anticipate difficulties relating to how FSL activities are carried out and facilitate the resolution of problems linked to FSL programs
Propose the reorientation of FSL activities according to changing context and indicators

Capitalization

Ensure that Solidarités International’s capitalization and lessons learnt tools are correctly used and disseminated throughout HQ (technical unit and desks)
Participate in the centralization and dissemination of procedures, guides and tools linked to FSL activities
Propose improvements to existing tools
Form a network of FSL experts, develop technical partnerships with others actors in this sector of the intervention zone and regularly keep the technical unit informed of this
In coordination with the technical unit, capitalize on the intervention methods and techniques, and on the experiences acquired by Solidarités International and others actors in this activity field
Ensure that handover reports are written by all program managers before the end of their contract and that these are sent to headquarters

Personnel management

In conjunction with HQ HR, define the prerequisites for FSL position openings and adapt existing criteria if necessary.
Welcome and brief expatriates working on FSL programs
Identify training requirements within the FSL team and the resources available in the work area
Implement technical training in line with operational needs identified by training requirements
Lead workshops, coordination meetings and/or technical exchange programs
Evaluate and assess the performance of collaborators under his/her direct supervision
Actively participate in the organization of regional technical weeks and compiling reports of these work sessions
Supervise adherence to security regulations by personnel under his/her supervision

Reporting / communication / representation

Support the Country Director and Deputy Country Director/Head of Programs with fundraising and the negotiation and examination of project proposals relating to his/her activity
Convey information to the relevant authorities on security matters or any event having a possible consequence on Solidarités International activities and the security of the teams.
Consolidate FSL activity reports and supervise the preparation annexes linked to FSL activities for reports and/or financial donors
Ensure that all reports are delivered on time and in the correct format
Validate technical expertise reports
In conjunction with the Country Director and Deputy Country Director/Head of Programs, establish and maintain a communication network and good relations with local/government authorities, financial donors representatives, UN agencies and other international agencies
Ensure that SI is represented at all meetings or forums concerning FSL activities
Ensure and supervise regular reporting of SI FSL Activities to relevant coordination forums (sectors, working groups)
Represent the organization when asked and/or delegated to do so
Reply to headquarter requests regarding specific needs

Reporting/Communication

ORG CHART POSITION (reporting and functional relationships)

Line manager: Deputy Country director – Head of Program

Line Report(s) TBD

Functional Manager: Regional FSL advisor

Functional Report(s): FSL Program Managers

PROFILE NEEDED

Studies :

Advanced university degree (minimum BA) in agriculture, agronomy, agroeconomics, economic science, environmental sciences, or equivalent with significant experience in FSL, agricultural projects/activities)

وظائف شاغرة في لبنان FSL COORDINATOR

Experience :

At least 5 years’ experience in the FSL Sector within humanitarian contexts with a minimum of 1 year within a FSL Coordinator/Advisor role
Demonstrated experience in FSL emergency and post-emergency contexts
Previous experiences at management, project management and sectorial/programs coordination

وظائف شاغرة في لبنان FSL COORDINATOR

Language :

English and Arabic required

Technical Skills and knowledge :

Agronomy and agricultural science
Agroforestry and agroecology
Economic empowerment (financial inclusion, VSLA, farmers’ business schools, etc.)
Value Chains and Markets analysis
Market Based Programming
Environment and climate change adaptation
Able to develop SI strategy and translate to operations
Demonstrated skills and knowledge in FSL integrated programming with particular interventions (watershed interventions, WASH, Infrastructure), in addition to linkages between emergency, recovery and development programmatic designs.
Demonstrated skills and knowledge in agriculture programming and cash-based interventions
Demonstrated skills and knowledge proposal writing, donor rules and regulations, validation procedures & coordination of processes

وظائف شاغرة في لبنان FSL COORDINATOR

Soft Skills :

Ability to independently organize work and prioritize tasks
Strong diplomacy skills, patience and clear communication skills
Ability to coordinate many departments / teams and provide guidance and leadership
Demonstrate an understanding of the international humanitarian response and coordination mechanisms, and humanitarian reform

Commitment to the fundamental principles of SI’s charter and ethos.

SI WILL OFFER YOU

A salaried post : 3090 USD as basic salary

Vacation : 1.75 paid leave per month

Social and medical cover

We actively encourage women to seize opportunities, break barriers, and excel in their careers. Join our team, where your skills, ideas, and contributions will be valued and nurtured, fostering a culture of inclusivity and empowerment.

وظائف شاغرة في لبنان FSL COORDINATOR