Field Coordinator job description

About the job

We are looking for a field coordinator to run the organization's activities in its area of operation and link field teams with communities, local authorities and the main office.

Duties and responsibilities

• Coordinate and schedule field activities for the organization's projects in the area
• Supervise field teams, assign daily tasks and check they are done
• Liaise with communities, local authorities and municipalities to obtain approvals and secure access
• Write weekly field reports and raise needs and problems with the main office
• Organize team movements and supply transport with the logistics team, following security procedures
• Monitor the security situation in the area and report any developments that affect the work
• Coordinate with other organizations working in the area to avoid duplicating services
• Follow up community complaints and feedback and make sure they are addressed

Working conditions

• Mostly field work, with travel between cities and to remote areas
• Based at a field office that may be in another city or a remote area

Requirements

• Bachelor's degree in social sciences, management or a related field
• 3 to 6 years of experience in coordinating field work in humanitarian or development projects

The years of experience follow the level you choose when posting.

Skills

• Field work
• Coordination
• Team management
• Driving licence
• Community engagement
• Security awareness
• Report writing
• Problem solving

Preferred

• Good knowledge of the area, its communities and local actors
• Training in safety and security in hostile environments, such as HEAT
• Good English for reports and meetings