Food Security And Livelihoods Team Leader

General objective   Under the direct supervision of the Food Security & Livlihoods Project Manager, the Food Security Team Leader participates in the overall coordination and implementation of the food and NFI project activities. He/she coordinates and monitors the work of all Officers dedicated to these activities and he/she is responsible for a qualitative and regular reporting on various components of the project.     Responsibilities and tasks   Assessment, design and implementation To analyze the needs of the beneficiaries in terms of Food security and livelihoods. To be in charge of the implementation of the Impact Assessment Survey. To design and prepare questionnaires and tools for comprehensive needs assessments To participate in food vouchers distributions. To contribute to the selection of shops and monitor their work to ensure the respect of the contract’s specification To participate in the evaluation of the humanitarian situation in the region considering possibilities of new projects.   Analysis & Evaluation To be responsible for a qualitative and regular reporting on various components of the project. To participate in the constant evaluation of the project (effectiveness, efficiency, impact, relevance).   Management & Capacity building To manage the Food Security & Livelihoods Officers/Workers working on the Food Security & Livelihoods activities in the supported facilities and in the communities. To do regular monitoring of Food Security & Livelihoods officer’s work by constantly visiting to the areas of intervention and getting feedback when not directly on the field To train new Food Security & Livelihoods Field Officers/Workers on the activities implemented in the framework of the project. To solve team conflicts, if any, and ensure team building To support each Food Security & Livelihoods Field Officer/Worker in improving his/her performance To conduct appraisals every six months with each Food Security & Livelihoods Officer/Worker To develop any pedagogical and methodological tools adapted to the local context.   Team Management Supervise the Food Security & Livelihoods Field Officers/Workers and ensure the respect of all human resources rules; To manage the Food Security & Livelihoods Officers/Workers working on the Food Security & Livelihoods activities in the supported facilities and in the communities; To coordinate the work of all Field Officers/Workers dedicated to these activities : weekly/daily planning explain during weekly/daily team meetings, daily planning prepared at least the day before to maximize Field Officers/Workers  efficiency.     Capacity building To do regular monitoring of Food Security & Livelihoods officer’s work by constantly visiting to the areas of intervention and getting feedback when not directly on the field To train new Food Security & Livelihoods Field Officers/Workers on the activities implemented in the framework of the project. To solve team conflicts, if any, and ensure team building To support each Food Security & Livelihoods Field Officer/Worker in improving his/her performance To conduct appraisals every six months with each Food Security & Livelihoods Field Officer/Worker Develop any pedagogical and methodological tools adapted to the local context.     Logistic & administration Define the needs in materials and tools regarding the program and the planning of interventions; Ensure the follow-up and the proper use of materials and tools used during on-site works; Manage the supply of materials to the work site in collaboration with logistics department; Use the PU-AMI forms for all exchange with the logistic & administration services; Analyze the security situation in the area and inform the Project Manager on security incidents.     Reporting Collect all information and orally reports on the progress of project activities on a daily basis; Make a weekly report in English on the progress of activities; Report immediately any delay, problem or other relevant information to the Food Security & Livelihoods Project Manager;     Communication & Follow up To be in charge of the selection of suppliers and monitor their work to ensure the respect of the contract’s specification. To participate in the liaison with local authorities, NGOs and other stakeholders under delegation from the Project Manager.   The tasks and responsabilities defined in this job description are not exhaustive and can evolve depending on the project needs.   QUALIFICATIONS   Mandatory requirements   Language skills: Fluent in Arabic and English (speaking/reading/writing) Education degree: University degree in  Food Security, project management, social science, public health or related fields Work experience: 2 years experience in a similar position (NGOs/private companies) in food security and livelihoods sector or other related humanitarian fields Computer skills: Very Good knowledge of the MS office software including Word, Excel, and Outlook. Other: High knowledge in emergency, development and social work Good management and pedagogical skills Good reporting skills, and experience in conducting surveys. Capacity to manage a multidisciplinary and multicultural team Good knowledge of Beirut and Mount Lebanon area Excellent communication and diplomacy skills to manage relationship in potentially tense situations   Assets Interest: Strong motivation to help people in needs Understanding of the political situation in the area Transversal skills: Well organized Conflict resolution and diplomacy experience Ability to analyze and suggest improvement Ability to take initiative to deal with difficulties encountered in daily work Ability to adapt or change priorities according to the changing situation within a mission or the organization itself Autonomy, neutrality Hard worker Able to manage stress and pressure