Data Collection Team Leader

Role and Responsibilities Working as an important member of a diverse team to support the project's objectives to support the Mapping of Informal Settlements.  Primary responsibilities will include planning implementation, managing a small team of data collection assistants, and data collection. 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 Data Collection Ensuring Community understanding Planning data collection activities for the team to ensure deadlines are met Monitoring progress  Managing the activities of the data collection team Assist in translation as needed. Communicate implementation problems or issues to project manager. Coordinating on a regular basis with other Medair teams Being aware of security issues regarding data collection team Work within Medair’s recognised procedures in the area of finance and quality management Logistics Experience / Competencies Several years’ experience in a similar field Experience of managing a team Experience in high security situations beneficial Good working knowledge of geography and culture of the Bekaa Valley region NGO or community engagement experience beneficial 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 Able to take initiative in data collection and planning