Field Officer

Background ACTED is an International Non-Governmental Organization registered in France with global operations in Central and South Asia, Europe, Middle-East and Africa. ACTED has been active in Lebanon since 2006 operating mainly in the North and Beirut and Mount Lebanon governorates of Lebanon. ACTED livelihoods and Protection program in Jbeil and Msaitbeh areas of BML.  **Please note: This is a local position. Only Lebanese citizens are eligible to apply.** Assignment Under the supervision of the Protection Sector Coordinator, the Field Officer is responsible for the day-to-day field activities, including data collection, appointements set-up with project stakeholders, field level follow up on all logistics matters and identification and reporting any blocking points. The Field Officer will work in close collaboration with the Protection Field Officer, ensuring the smouthly implementation of all project activities and according to the National Protection Standards.    Functions  v   Assessment of project beneficiaries Informing local stakeholders (authorities, community representatives) of the project and section criteria of the beneficiaries; Outreaching vulnerable women and conducting WE targeting interviews Conducting data collection when necessary Informing included women of acceptance and following up on attending classes.   v  Support on the Implementation of life skills training activities Follow up on the implementation of vocational training courses and ensuring that all logistical arrangements are taken and that beneficiaries attend regularly Collect all information sheets (beneficiary lists, registration forms, distribution lists, and others) at the training venue and insure proper documentation on a timely basis, in order to ensure prompt data entry when necessary. Follow work plan and overseeing the implementation of life skills training activities, providing inputs on work plan accordingly on a weekly basis; Be present on the running child protection unit at SDC and ensure unit is functioning properly. Support on preparation of graduation ceremonies; Providing daily and weekly progress reports. Coordinate and support on partners activities when necessary.     v  Support on the Implementation of protection outreach campaigns and trainings Support women during protection awareness raising campaigns in collaboration with SDC and women, building on SDC’s ongoing activities Assist on collecting information for networks and referral mechanisms for GBV cases in collaboration with MoSA’s service providers, SDC sub-branches and relevant NGOs. Encourage women to work in a positive friendly environment Be patient and positive and provide explanation when necessary     Reporting and documentation   Ensure proper filing of attendance sheets and project documents. Follow up on all paper work and reporting needed from the field Conduct phone calls and follow up with women on different matters.    Coordinate with SDC Director and Sector Coordinator with all updates related to the implementation process. Collect case studies and success stories according to ACTED guidelines   Accountability to Communities and Beneficiaries The Protection Field Officer is responsible for ensuring that all relations with the communities we work are conducted in a respectful and consultative manner.  Due attention must be paid to ensuring that communities are adequately consulted and informed about ACTED programme objectives, activities, beneficiary selection criteria, and methodologies.  This is the responsibility of every ACTED staff member.   Requirements Experience in working in the protection/or livelihood sector Strong ability to work independently, organize work, meet deadlines, maintain composure, prioritize work under pressure, coordinate multiple tasks and maintain attention to detail Excellent interpersonal and problem-solving skills, creativity and flexibility INGO experience preferred Personal qualities: Works well in and promotes teamwork, comfortable in a multi-cultural environment, flexible and able to handle pressure well.