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• Initiate and develop an Annual strategic plan for the Field Location
  (Imvepi, Omugo and Ofua).
• Develop Arua-focused operational plan to support the program
  activities and scale up programming,

• Coordinate the day-to-day implementation of all constructions in the
  field site, by providing constructive support to the Supply Chain, to
  maintain quality and adherence to OPM and district standards;
• Work in close collaboration with the Program Managers, Supply Chain
  and Finance Officers for West Nile, review the operations master budget,
  to include key operational activities and assets within donor requirements;
• Review the development of budgets for program proposals in
  conjunction with the grants and finance departments;
• Review appropriate M&E activities are carried out regularly by
  operations staff in all sectors (data collection & analysis,
  monitoring of progress against established work plans and BoQs),
  maintaining quality;
• In close collaboration with the Country M&E Manager, initiate
  the process of identifying gaps in M & E systems and make
  recommendations for improvements;
• Monitor that all project activities are consistent with established
  best practices and IRC’s Program Framework principles;
• Monitor all staff in the field site to know and understand IRCs
  Global and in-country HR Policies and the IRC Way Standards for
  Professional Conduct;
• Initiate, document and address breaches of policy and disciplinary
  issues in coordination with the HR Coordinator in a professional manner
  and in line with the letter and spirit of the relevant policy;
• Supervise all operations staff at the field sites in performing their
  duties efficiently and in a timely manner;
• Monitor the achievement of staff Performance Management agreements.

• Oversee day-to-day implementation of all programs in the field site,
  providing constructive supervision to the program managers to implement,
  monitor, and evaluate work plans as agreed with the Deputy Director of
  Programs and Technical Coordinators;
• Oversee spending and targets set in project tools, including work
  plans, spending plans, and procurement plans, ensuring collaboration and
  coordination with Supply Chain, Human Resources and IT departments;
• Chair the monthly Budget versus Actuals (BvA) meetings at field
  level with the field Finance Lead, and in collaboration with sector
  Technical Coordinators to address any over/under expenditure issues
  through jointly developed corrective plans;
• Support integration across programs, facilitating regular
  coordination meetings and promoting active collaboration across sectors;
• Work closely with program managers to implement IRC’s client
  responsiveness initiative. Act as the focal person at field site for
  managing IRC’s client feedback register;
• Actively participate in grant and Exemplar meetings for West Nile,
  sharing support needs with the operations and program teams in Kampala;
• In close collaboration with Technical Coordinators, support the
  field-based team in proposal development efforts, including assessments,
  program design, and budgeting. Providing review for both Program and
  Operations inputs. Ensure key support needs for the field site are
  budgeted in new proposals, and contribute to and review budgets to ensure
  that they are reasonable and sufficient to cover operational needs of the
  field office.

• Monitor all staff in the field sites to know and understand IRC‘s
  security regulations;
• Document and address breaches of policy and disciplinary issues in
  coordination with the Senior Field Coordinator and DDO;
• Monitor the security situation, attend security meetings and inform
  the Senior Field Coordinator, DDO and SMT where appropriate, of
  developments through submission of accurate weekly and –where needed-
  ad-hoc security and incident reports;
• Participate in the review and update of the West Nile and Country
  Security Management Plan, ensuring that the Security Risk Assessments are
  updated;
• Support the Senior Field Coordinator in developing field specific
  Contingency Plans, Medevac, Evacuation Plans and SOPs.

• Represent the IRC with local government authorities (administrative,
  sectoral and security officials), non-state actors, beneficiaries,
  communities, UN agencies, NGOs, and donors at the field site level. Engage
  and or delegate to program staff for sector representation as appropriate;
• Upon request by the Senior Management Team, organize and facilitate
  field visits for stakeholders interested in IRC’s response;
• Coordinate IRC Arua activities with relevant officials and other
  humanitarian agencies;
• Prepare regular reports to keep partners and stakeholders informed
  of IRC’s activities;

• The applicant for the International Rescue Committee (IRC) Field
  Coordinator job should hold a graduate degree in Development Studies,
  International Relations or similar.
• A minimum of five years of experience of coordinating
  multi-sectorial humanitarian relief or development projects in Africa or
  similar context preferred.
• Good working knowledge of communications systems (satellite
  communications, VHF and HF radio) preferred.
• Good working knowledge of computer software: MS Word, Excel &
  email applications required.
• Knowledge of and experience in working with and coordinating with
  international and national partner organizations.
• Experience of working in complex emergency settings supporting
  construction of health facilities, staff housing as well as water and
  sanitation infrastructure in emergency or refugee settings.
• Experience managing UNHCR, ECHO, DFID, EU or OFDA funded project an
  added advantage.
• Proven leadership, program management, mentorship and staff
  development, planning, analytical, interpersonal, and communication skills
• Ability to listen, understand and realise clients’ ideas and
  viewpoints when facilitating sessions with Survivors, host communities and
  other stakeholders.
• Demonstrable facilitation skills by guiding discussions, and
  encouraging others to freely express their views and actively participate
  in the decision making process.
• Demonstrate inclusiveness when making staffing decisions and working
  with clients, partners and colleagues from diverse backgrounds.
• Competency in writing progress and donor reports and proposals;
  familiarity with UNHCR , ECHO and SV desirable
• Excellent communication and analytical skills and ability to present
  ideas effectively, in both oral and written form.
• Ability to communicate sensitively and without judgment; good
  diplomatic and persuasion skills.
• Ability to use good judgment when making decisions and to take
  accountability for decisions made.
• Emotional maturity and stability to resolve conflicts in non-violent
  way and maintain appropriate boundaries.
• Good interpersonal skills including ability to gain trust and build
  relationships.
• Ability to handle multiple tasks; proven self-initiative and problem
  solving abilities.
• High standard of spoken and written English.
• Good computer skills including Microsoft Excel, Access, Word,
  Outlook, and Power Point.
• Be able to work in a stressful setting and adapt quickly to changing
  environments; and willingness to travel to program sites
• Good security management skills

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