The International Federation of Red Cross and Red Crescent Societies' mission is to improve the lives of vulnerable people by mobilizing the power of humanity. It is the world's largest humanitarian organization and its millions of volunteers are active in over 186 countries.
International Federation Red Cross and Red Crescent Societies Padang, West Sumatera Office – Indonesia Delegation is looking for candidates for the posts of:
Project Officer – T. Shelter - Kota Padang (1 position)
Project Officer – T. Shelter - Kota Pariaman (1 position)
(National Staffs Position)
This position will report in directly to the IFRC Head of Operations in Padang. The primary focus of this position is on Temporary Shelter construction in the area of Kota Padang / Kota Pariaman, a location where PMI and IFRC has made a commitment to support the construction of temporary shelters in support of the overall recovery effort being coordinated by the Indonesian Red Cross (PMI). Coordination with other project officers and staff within PMI and IFRC will be critical to the success of the position. The position will also contribute to branch capacity development in the temporary shelter program, where possible:
- Work towards the achievement of overall Padang Operation goals through effective managerial and lateral relations and teamwork.
- Ensure understanding of roles, responsibilities, lateral relationships and accountabilities.
- Perform other work related duties and the supervisor may assign responsibilities.
- Comply with the financial and administrative procedures of PMI and IFRC .
Specific duties, responsibilities and accountabilities:
Provide technical support, supervision, promotion of safer housing standards and risk reduction measures to PMI T-shelter team in Kota Padang/Kota Pariaman during design, implementation and evaluation phases in Kota Padang/Kota Pariaman Area; including ensuring community ownership and gender participation in all stages of the program.
Maintain close and cooperative relationships with key stakeholders including Movement partners, local authorities and other agencies.
Assist to PMI on the cash transferring and support PMI to monitor purchasing procedures at community level in order to reinforce accountability.
Support the PMI on by compiling financial documents and follow up reports according to IFRC requirements.
In close collaboration with PMI, gather and file all required Sources of Verification according to Programme Proposal in Kota Padang/Kota Pariaman Area.
Anticipate and identify possible constrains and bottlenecks affecting the T-shelter Programme and actively propose realistic solutions with the support of the PMI.
In consultation with CRC, establish and implement reporting plan and schedule to ensure CRC is kept informed and updated of all TS and other matters related to the Padang Operation.
In close coordination with PMI, actively support efforts to build the capacity of the local chapter staff and volunteers, including coaching and training in support of the temporary shelter project.
Qualification & Experience:
· Degree in civil engineering or a related field;
· At least 3 years experience of working for an international humanitarian aid organization;
· Knowledge of local community structures and local Government authority structures;
· Experience in working for the Red Cross/Red Crescent;
· At least 5 years working experience with community participatory project management methodologies including knowledge of programme cycle management, especially related to the programme identification and design and participatory assessments and monitoring;
· Excellent problem solving and coordination skills required;
· Excellent English and Bahasa Indonesian Language skills required.
Please submit your application letter addressing the above qualifications and experience with your curriculum vitae on 2nd February 2010 at the latest to:
Human Resources Department
Email: ifrc.recruitment@gmail.com
or
International Federation of Red Cross and Red Crescent Societies
c/o Palang Merah Indonesia (PMI) Daerah Sumatera Barat
Jl. Sisingamangaraja No. 34, Padang
Sumatera Barat
Please indicate on the subject heading:
Application for PO -T. Shelter – Padang
Or
Application for PO -T. Shelter – Pariaman
Only short listed candidates will be notified.