Community Mobilization Coordinator - Zahle

Project Overview Medair in Lebanon is implementing several projects in the WASH and Shelter sectors to assist Syrian Refugees who are fleeing the civil war in Syria.  Medair’s projects focus on the Informal Settlements in the Bekaa Valley, and involve shelter and Non Food Items distributions, Mapping of settlement locations, and Site Improvements.  The Site Improvements project seeks to work with settlement communities to improve the external environmental conditions of settlements, through basic infrastructure projects.   Role and Responsibilities Working as part of the Site Improvements team, the Community Mobilisation Coordinator will be responsible for the community engagement element of the project.  The Community Mobilisation Coordinator will be responsible for identifying community members to create a community council, for explaining the project to them, and for developing programmes to ensure sustainable implementation of the projects   Medair Medair brings life-saving relief and rehabilitation in disasters, conflict areas, and other crises by working alongside the most vulnerable. Its Internationally Recruited (IRS) and HQ staff are inspired by their Christian faith to care for people in need, providing practical and compassionate support, regardless of race, religion, or politics. Medair has achieved the ISO 9001:2008 certification, worldwide. This certification signifies that Medair effectively delivers goods and services with a focus on beneficiary needs. Founded in 1989, Medair’s unwavering commitment continues to bring hope to the world’s most vulnerable.   Key Activity Areas Participate in site and beneficiary selection Initiate community assessments Identify key members of communities to support programmes Assist in the implementation of site improvements Facilitate community discussions Complete associated beneficiary recipient documentation Responsible for community sensitisation and mobilisation regarding settlement maintenance Liaise with local communities on site Liaise with local authorities as appropriate Lead community development councils Assist in translation as needed. Communicate implementation problems or issues to Project Manager. Liaise with Mapping Team and Distribution team Participate in the generation of the final reporting of the project via post implementation analysis.    Qualifications Academic studies in a related field.   Languages Strong working knowledge of Arabic and English (spoken and written)   Experience / Competencies Studies in social work, development or similar field beneficial Good working knowledge of geography and culture of the Bekaa Valley region NGO or community engagement experience vital Good working knowledge of Microsoft packages Passionate about serving the poor, self-motivated and a desire to further knowledge Aptitude for community mobilization and engagement Team-player with good interpersonal skills Willing to support others and share workloads Capacity to work under pressure and manage personal stress levels Creative, open-minded, flexible and a self-leaner Ability to adapt communication strategies for different situations