Sports Field Coordinator-Three Positions

About ANERA American Near East Refugee Aid (ANERA) advances the well-being of people in the West Bank, Gaza, Lebanon and Jordan.   Through partnership and close consultation with local groups and communities, ANERA responds to economic, health and educational needs with sustainable solutions and also delivers humanitarian aid during emergencies. Incorporated in 1968 to help ease the suffering of Palestinian refugees after the Arab-Israeli War of 1967, ANERA is non-political and non-religious and is one of the largest American non-profits working solely in the Middle East for 40 years. ANERA helps local institutions become more self-sufficient and effective in serving their communities.  Every project is planned in consultation with the communities that ultimately benefit – an approach that ensures relevancy and commitment, and secures the long-term viability of the projects.   The position   Position Title   :           Sports Field Coordinator Reports to       :           Sports Program Manager Work Station  :           1 for Central Bekaa-1 for Akkar- 1 for Ein El Helwi Work hours    :           From 8:30AM till 4:00PM Period             :           1 year renewable after evaluation with 3 months’ probation period.     Position Summary: In response to the ongoing Syria crisis and based on a recent needs assessment, ANERA is leading a UNICEF funded non-formal education program for “Quick Impact Skills Development for Adolescents Affected by the Syria Crisis”. The Sports Field Coordinator will support the project partners (mainly sports clubs) in their respective area of operations in ensuring the achievement of desired objectives and results. He/she will follow up on the day-to-day activities of the project and support data collection efforts at the field implementation level based on tools and methods set by ANERA program manager.     Responsibilities The sports field coordinator will be responsible for:   Mapping of available youth clubs, scout teams and other youth led or youth service providers in the integrated areas Recruitment/reach out to beneficiaries from the Syrian refugees and host communities to ensure wide and fair participation in program activities. Conduct needs assessments for sports clubs prior to setting the capacity building program that targets both; youth and host communities Assist in the organization, logistics and preparations of trainings, tournaments and other planned events in the targeted villages Support ANERA Public Health Team in the planning and organization of Thematic Tournaments and Open Health Days Maintain proper and updated monitoring of all field activities with proper documentation of such monitoring activities including list of participants, attendance, questionnaires, pre and post tests Act as a focal point of partners and all partner NGOs, as well as other relevant stakeholders and Municipalities. Manage and coordinate local and field visits for project manager or any concerned parties. Submit monthly reports on development of activities, results, challenges and achievements of project as per templates Perform other tasks as the need arises   Skills Demonstrates program administration experience Dynamic and pro-active with creative problem solving skills, particularly in challenging situations Good interpersonal and networking skills Works collaboratively with colleagues to achieve organizational goal Strong oral and written communication skills Cultural sensitivity and adaptability Familiarity with the area of operation Flexible mobility within the area of operation Computer literate with focus on Microsoft office Strong organizational skills and attention to details