Who are we
Concern Worldwide is a non-governmental international humanitarian organisation, and was founded in 1968. Concern Worldwide currently operates in a number of countries across the globe, with its Head Office in Dublin. We work with the poor and vulnerable in the world’s poorest countries to help them bring about long-lasting change in their lives and realise their fundamental human rights; to food, to health, to education, and ultimately to a life of dignity. Together with local and international partners, and with the beneficiaries themselves, we respond to emergencies and undertake long term development work. We work across the world to promote a better understanding of extreme poverty, and we campaign for local and global action that will help reduce this.
Job Summary
The social surveyor will be responsible to implement surveys in the field under the UNHCR project in North Lebanon Governorate. This includes working with beneficiaries, stakeholders and local municipalities on the social engineering approach that has been developed for this project. He/She will report directly to the social worker. His/her duties will include executing the surveys in the field, reporting the results to the social worker, identifying and mentioning all possible issues arising during his/her activities in the field.
Duties and Responsibilities
Programme implementation
Execution of surveys in the field for the UNHCR project:
Go to the various municipalities where Concern is working under this project to collect information from beneficiaries or other stakeholders
Use of Concern’s IT tools for the implementation of the surveys in the field
Report these data to the social worker, in a clear, precise and correct way
Report any issues, questions and remarks mentioned by the people targeted by the survey
Participate in disseminating information to the communities through information management tools
Help with the identification of vulnerable refugees
Help with the organization of public meetings with the various stakeholders in the water sector to increase communication and understanding between all parties
Participate in awareness and promotion campaigns in the municipalities Concern is working in
Support the WASH team with documentation by maintaining paperwork and filing system up to date
Provide general support to the programme manager
Work Ethic
Adhere to the standards of conduct outlined in the Programme Participant Protection Policy and Concern Code of Conduct.
Support and promote the standards outlined in the Programme Participant Protection Policy and Concern Code of Conduct to their team, partner and stakeholders and be committed to providing a safe working environment.
Actively participate in Concern accountability initiatives (communication strategy, participation and CRM for example) ensuring that they are integrated in to the project
Support Concern’s work in Lebanon by undertaking other tasks as appropriate and required
Skills, Qualifications, Experience and Attitude Required
Excellent oral and written communication skills in Arabic
Good oral and written communication skills in English
Strong analytical skills
Excellent computer skills: MS Office, email
Ability to work calmly and efficiently under pressure to meet tight deadlines
Demonstrated ability to interact with other people effectively and diplomatically
Commitment to maintaining confidentiality
High integrity and willingness to conduct her/himself transparently and open to scrutiny
Ability to work within deadlines, prioritizing competing demands and under pressure
Ability to negotiate and assist in the resolution of disputes/conflict
A belief in empowering marginalized and disenfranchised people
Strong empathy skills and genuine care and respect for needs of others especially female refugees
Previous experience working with humanitarian organisations is desirable
Established network of contacts with local government authorities in North is desirable
Non-judgmental attitude and respect for Concern’s beneficiaries, other staff and people that Concern deals with
Commitment to humanitarian principles and values
Commitment to Concern equal opportunity and gender practices
Application Deadline
Organisation
Salary Range
Unpaid Position
Contract Type
Full Time
Application Submission Guidelines
Upon submission, please include "Social Surveyor" in the subject of the email - Applications without Cover letter will not be considered -Only short-listed candidates will have their applications acknowledged - Please include the details of three professional references in your CV ( Name, Phone Number, Email Address, Company's name) Concern is an Equal Opportunities Employer
Requires a Cover Letter?
Yes
Education Degree
Bachelor Degree
Education Degree Details
degree in business administration or any relevant major
Arabic
Excellent
English
Very Good
Hide guidelines for wrong answers
No