Cash Transfer Officer

COOPI – Cooperazione Internazionale is an humanitarian, non confessional and independent organization that fights against all kinds of poverty to make the world a better place. Founded in 1965 by Vincenzo Barbieri (Italian "father" of international volunteering), COOPI is based in Milan and it has 25 headquarters Worldwide. It works to assist populations struck by emergencies (disasters and conflicts) and to facilitate their civil, economic and social development. In 2012, COOPI managed about 48 millions euro; 94% of the funds was employed for the field projects and 6% for administrative costs. COOPI relies on the expertise of 32 employees and 47 consultants in Italy, 121 expatriates and 4.500 local operators. In 2012, COOPI reached 3,6 millions beneficiaries. COOPI is known as the “We do it NGO”. In Lebanon, COOPI has already operated and developed humanitarian projects in South Lebanon during the years 2003-2005 and now is setting up a new office in Batroun (the registration process for the recognition in Lebanon as INGO is in progress). In response to the influx of Syrian refugees in Lebanon, COOPI is going to implement a multi-sectoral relief program in Lebanon.  The program will provide assistance to Syrian refugees, through Lebanese entities, and host communities in North Lebanon, in the three Districts of El Batroun, Bcharré, El Koura.   JOB DESCRIPTION   Job Title: Cash Transfer Officer Project Title: Improvement of living conditions for populations affected by Syrian unrest in Lebanon Duty station: Batroun, El Batroun, Bcharré, El Koura Districts Donor: UNHCR Direct supervisor / Reports to: Finance Manager, Field Manager   Main Tasks Under the supervision of the Finance Manager and the Field Manager, the Cash Transfer Officer will: Ensure daily activities at the field level follow COOPI implementation guidelines; Assist in identification of beneficiary communities; Establish and maintain transparent, functional relationships with target communities; Liaise on a daily basis with the field teams; Participate to distribution of Cash vouchers for rent;   Assist in any additional tasks assigned by the Finance Manager or the Field Officer in line with the job profile.     Qualifications High School, Bachelor of Science in Economics (desirable) Previous experience in implementing cash transfer, cash for work, or voucher programs, preferably in a humanitarian or emergency context; Strong ability to work independently, organize work, meet deadlines, maintain composure, prioritize work under pressure, coordinate multiple tasks and maintain attention to detail; Excellent interpersonal and problem-solving skills, creativity and flexibility; INGO experience preferred; Be comfortable with teamwork in a multi-cultural environment, flexible and able to handle pressure well; Fluency in Arabic and Good English required; Proven sense of professional discretion, integrity, and ability to work in an international environment.     Type of Contract Period: 3 Month contract   Submission Interested candidates should submit their CV by e-mail to recruitment.coopi.lebanon@gmail.com. Please quote, in the object of your email, the position (shelter officer) and your surname   The deadline for applying is Sunday, February 9th 2014 Please note that only short-listed candidates with strong adherence to the requirements will be contacted.