Food Security And Livelihoods Officer (Beirut)

ROLE PURPOSE:  The FSL officer will oversee the planning and implementation of the Adolescent and Youth focused project t in Beirut under the technical guidance and direct supervision of the FSL coordinator. The FSL officer will ensure that the implementation plan is set and that activities are implemented in line with the plan and are of a high technical quality, that monitoring is conducted on time, that reporting is high-quality, timely, and reflects actual figures from the field, and that the programme implementation is continually assessed, critical path identified, and Contingency solutions quickly put in place for any changes in context. SCOPE OF ROLE: Reports to: FSL Coordinator Staff directly reporting to this post:  FSL Assistants QUALIFICATIONS AND EXPERIENCE: Degree in Economics, International Relations, Development studies or similar field Minimum 2 years of experience in development programs, preferably working in food security and & livelihoods, and with experience in Community Support Projects. Experience in managing a team Good time management skills Experience in data collection Experience in field work and community mobilization; and in training groups of beneficiaries Fluency in written and spoken Arabic and English Computer skills (especially Excel) Strength in interpersonal, communication and presentation skills Flexibility and willingness to change work practices and hours, and capability to work in insecure environment  Available to travel in country Recommended knowledge and experience: Cash and voucher programming Food Security & Livelihood in emergencies Familiarity with refugee communities in country of operation Adolescent and Youth programming Community-based participatory approach KEY AREAS OF ACCOUNTABILITY: Prepare weekly and monthly work plans and ensure the FSL assistants follow the plans. With the FSL coordinator develop phased budget based on planned activities according to the implementation plan. Assist with the training of the FSL Assistants to ensure they have solid understanding of key programme documents and tools, including M&E questionnaires Actively participate in the collection and analysis of information used to determine vulnerability, and create transparent targeting criteria, assist in data collection and analysis for beneficiary and community selection, as well as for monitoring and evaluation.  Monitor the work conducted by the FSL assistants in different sites where activities are implemented. As line Manager, support FSL assistants in their skills development and career growth through coaching and provision of trainings when applicable. Contribute to the development of different tools needed for proper implementation of programmes such as (MOUS , FGDs, PDMs…ectc) Organize and conduct trainings for all programme beneficiaries. Contribute to data entry, as needed. Work with logistics to follow up on procurements within the procurement plan to ensure efficient implementation Produce timely reports for internal use, and contribute to donor reports on the status of on-going programming Act as a liaison between communities and the Save the Children office; maintain good relationships with beneficiaries and local leaders/authorities; and represent Save the Children while in the field Comply with Save the Children policies and practice with respect to child protection, code of conduct, health and safety, equal opportunities and other relevant policies and procedures. The FSL officer will oversee the planning and implementation of the Adolescent and Youth focused project t in Beirut under the technical guidance and direct supervision of the FSL coordinator. The FSL officer will ensure that the implementation plan is set and that activities are implemented in line with the plan and are of a high technical quality, that monitoring is conducted on time, that reporting is high-quality, timely, and reflects actual figures from the field, and that the programme implementation is continually assessed, critical path identified, and Contingency solutions quickly put in place for any changes in context. As part of these responsibilities the post holder will ensure the implementation of FSL systems, and ensure that humanitarian needs (by our own staff and/or as a result of how we do our work) are identified and addressed on an ongoing basis. S/He will report and respond to interventions as determined by his/her position and responsibilities identified in SCI strategy.