Outreach Facilitator-Bekaa

PURPOSE OF POSITION: We are seeking a very dynamic and well-organized person to assist the Project, using professional social skills to achieve the objectives, and to seek the optimal solutions for each child in the project. MAJOR RESPONSIBILITIES: 1- Facilitate project’s implementation Conduct meetings with key stakeholders to engage them about the project interventions and agree on their contributions in order to ensure sustainability Network with local NGOs, municipalities, schools, community centers, and communities Collect data for the mapping of available educational, health and protection services available. Identify potential beneficiaries to the relevant project’s programs as per the criteria set Disseminate information related to services for Syrian refugees based on the mapping Distribute leaflets with early learning, education, health and protection services available to Syrian and Lebanese children in Bekaa Distribute ECCD and other related material as per the project plan Establish ECD and Child Protection Committees jointly with support from the team leader Mobilize communities to participate in social cohesion events at the end of each project cycle Participate and collaborate in other activities (recreational, psychosocial, awareness and non-formal education) conducted in the center when needed Support committee members and parents to prepare peer to peer sessions and share their knowledge with other parents Attend training and capacity building opportunities Conduct Early Childhood Care and Development (ECCD), Homeschooling and Positive parenting sessions targeting parents with support from refugee outreach volunteers Conduct joint learning sessions for parents of children attending ECE cycles (e.g. hygiene, CP) Support the supervisor and ECE caregivers in conducting cyclic meetings for parents of children attending PSS and ECE activities, to follow up on their improvement. KNOWLEDGE, SKILLS AND ABILITIES: Bachelor degree in a social development related field, ( psychology, sociology, social sciences/humanities, specialized education or social animation) is preferable Experience in project implementation, monitoring and report writing. Good written and spoken English. Knowledge or Arabic language is necessary. Candidates must have skills in working with people of all ages and social groups; Strong interpersonal skills and a sense of responsibility High integrity in social interactions Preference to candidate with field experience in Bekaa region Excellent communication, reporting, and pro-active negotiation skills Skilled at working with local communities and authorities Understanding of policies concerning Child Protection Good verbal and written communication skills, with thorough knowledge of Arabic and English Willing to travel within the region approximately 60% of time. Knowledge of the psychosocial guidelines and approaches related to emergency context (MHPSS IASC guidelines, PFA principles, etc.). Familiar with core principles of Children Rights, Participation, Do No Harm, Community and Family Support as well as Children in Emergencies minimum standards. One year experience in a similar related job. - See more at: https://careers.wvi.org/jobs/lebanon/education-and-life-skills/outreach-...