Field Officer - West Bekaa ( Pending Funding )

Basmeh & Zeitooneh is a registered Lebanese organization, committed to serving refugees and vulnerable communities in Lebanon through six community centers across the country. The organization runs educational, relief, livelihoods, and protection programs, and aims to serve as an inclusive and supportive focal point for the entire community.

Basmeh & Zeitooneh has a zero-tolerance policy for sexual exploitation, abuse, and child abuse. Also, fraud, bribery, and corrupt activities.

Basmeh & Zeitooneh (B&Z) is committed to maintaining the security, confidentiality, and privacy of your personal information.

Basmeh & Zeitooneh is committed to safeguarding the well-being of children and upholding the Convention on the Rights of the Child. Basmeh & Zeitooneh maintains a zero-tolerance policy on child abuse.

Location: West Bekaa

Reports To: Response Coordinator

Job Purpose: 

The Field Officer will be responsible for the effective implementation of activities on the ground, ensuring that all tasks are carried out in compliance with project objectives and donor requirements. The officer will lead on data verification, communication with the right holders, and documentation while ensuring the quality and quantity of received goods match contractual agreements. The role also involves close coordination with local stakeholders and continuous reporting to supervisors.

Key Responsibilities and Focus Areas: 

1. Activity implementation:
● Execute field activities as per the project plan, ensuring timely and effective delivery.
● Work closely with local communities, beneficiaries, and partners to facilitate project interventions
● Liaise with logistics teams to ensure timely procurement and delivery of goods to distribution points.
● Coordinate with volunteers and daily workers, ensuring tasks are properly assigned and followed up on
● Notify, along with the daily workers, the selected participants of their selection status via message.
● Collect IDs from the right holders, together with the daily workers, to confirm transaction completion.
● Prepare the FSP document and share it with the project manager for approval
● Inform participants, in coordination with daily workers, when MPCA transactions are ready for collection at the FSP.
● Collect receipts from the right holders, together with the daily workers, to confirm transaction completion.
● Save all required documents on the drive

2. Data Collection & Verification:
● Verify data provided by the Ministry of Social Affairs (MoSA) by contacting right holders, in coordination with daily workers.
● Regularly update databases and reports with verified field data.
● Flag any discrepancies in the tracker that differ from the data shared by MoSA.

3. Documentation & Reporting:
● Maintain clear and organized documentation of field activities, ensuring compliance with donor requirements.
● Submit detailed daily/weekly reports on field progress, challenges, and outcomes to the Project manager.
● Ensure all documentation is readily available for auditing and monitoring purposes.

4. Coordination and Communication:
● Liaise with local stakeholders, community leaders, and other relevant partners to ensure smooth project implementation.
● Coordinate closely with other team members to ensure alignment in project activities.
● Maintain positive relationships with suppliers, service providers, and local authorities for smooth logistics and implementation.
● Coordinate closely with Center coordinators to ensure the implementation of our safety and security protocols.

5. Compliance and Monitoring:
● Ensure that all activities comply with organizational policies, donor regulations, and relevant laws.
● Participate in internal and external monitoring visits and provide necessary support to evaluators or auditors.
● Identify and flag potential risks to the line manager.
● Ensure community feedback mechanisms are in place and that complaints are addressed promptly in coordination with the accountability team

6. Other Responsibilities:
● Support with the organization and implementation of distributions, workshops, and awareness-raising sessions.
● Participate in capacity-building sessions as required.
● Perform other tasks as assigned by the Project Coordinator or Response Manager.
● Report any security incidents or concerns immediately to the appropriate security focal points.
● Ensure personal and team safety, including during field travel, aid delivery, and while managing large crowds.

Education & Experience

Education:

Bachelor’s degree in a relevant field (e.g., Social Sciences, International Development, Humanitarian Studies).

Experience:

● 2-3 years of experience in field implementation, preferably in humanitarian or emergency settings.
● Strong knowledge of data collection and verification techniques.
● Experience with quality and quantity inspections, especially in a humanitarian context.
● Excellent organizational skills and attention to detail.
● Ability to work independently and in a team, often under stressful conditions.
● Strong communication and interpersonal skills.
● Driving License

Technical Skills:

● Proficiency in using data management tools (e.g., Excel, Google Sheets).

Languages:

● Fluency in Arabic (spoken and written) is required.

● Basic proficiency in English is preferred.