Area Leader ( 3 Vacancies ) [ 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.

Implementation Location : in Bekaa ,Tripoli El Mina  & Tripoli Abu Samra

Reports To : Project Coordinator

Job Purspose : The Area Leader acts as the primary field focal point for the B&Z and RTP, bridging technical play-based standards with daily operations. Reporting to the Project Manager, they oversee a field-based team of facilitators and community committees to ensure all project goals are met with quality and consistency.

Main Responsibilities:

Personnel Management & Capacity Building:

• Lead the comprehensive and competitive recruitment process for facilitators and coaches on a rolling basis, ensuring a transparent and fair selection with the support of the Project Manager.
• Engage deeply in the project’s technical curriculum training to serve as a primary resource and mentor for the field-based team.
• Provide continuous, tailored on-the-job support and technical mentoring to coaches to ensure high-quality activity delivery.
• Establish and facilitate structured “Community of Practice” meetings for the field team to exchange experiences and navigate technical challenges.
• Conduct regular field supervision visits to monitor daily progress, documenting the findings and informing the Project Manager on all updates.
• Directly assist and guide coaches in the outreach and mobilization of children to ensure high participation levels in project activities.
• Ensure the entire field-based team strictly adheres to organizational zero-tolerance policies, specifically regarding PSEA and fraud.
• Oversee the ongoing development of the team’s skills, ensuring technical standards are integrated into their daily workflows.

Field Implementation & Site Management:

• Support the identification of local community spaces that are accessible, ensuring each space provides a sheltered environment and meets the minimum criteria for the safety and security of the children.
• Advise on necessary work needed for site rehabilitations to ensure spaces are safe and fit for purpose.
• Initiate and manage purchase requests for refreshments, activity supplies, and all other materials necessary for field delivery.
• Coordinate with the logistics department to ensure timely and effective distribution of technical kits and resources to field locations.
• Supervise the daily delivery of activities to ensure they align with the play-based curriculum and technical standards.
• Act as the main point of contact for the project at the community level, building and maintaining positive relationships with local authorities and stakeholders.

Monitoring, Evaluation, & Reporting:

• Ensure the daily collection and validation of project data to ensure all information uploaded to digital platforms is accurate and complete.
• Track participant attendance consistently to ensure engagement levels align with requirements for program advancement.
• Follow B&Z logistical and financial processes to implement and action its activities within budgetary and activity plans. Ensure the provision of all needed documents to relevant departments.
• Ensure the establishment of community committees and conduct regular follow-up meetings, maintaining organized records of discussions to support transparency.
• Provide regular reporting on field progress, highlighting operational challenges and technical successes to the management team.

Key Performance Indicators (KPIs):

• Ensure all facilitators and coaches are recruited through a fair selection process in coordination with the Project Manager.
• Verify that every implementation site is confirmed as safe and secure for children before any activities begin.
• Confirm that coaches consistently and accurately complete all attendance sheets and tracking tools.
• Establish and maintain active community committees with documented follow-up meetings.
• Raise and manage all purchase requests (PRs) for refreshments and supplies on time and within budget.
• Upload validated field data to digital platforms daily with zero errors.
• Provide the Project Manager with regular, documented updates on field supervision and project progress.
• Support coaches in successfully outreaching and mobilizing the targeted number of child participants.

Education & Experience :

• Possess 3–5 years of experience in humanitarian project coordination, specifically within child protection sectors.
• Demonstrate proven experience in managing field-based teams and implementing programs in humanitarian contexts.
• Demonstrate specific experience in establishing and leading diverse community committees to ensure local ownership.
• Exhibit proficiency in digital tools (Kobo/Excel) for accurate project tracking, data collection, and reporting.
• Show a proven ability to mentor and support coaches in complex operational environments.
• Demonstrate high agility in finding and adapting safe, secure community spaces for project activities.
• Maintain a strict commitment to organizational integrity, including zero-tolerance for fraud and PSEA.
• Communicate clearly and effectively with local leaders, parents, and community members in the required languages.