Assessment Assistant (Zahle)

Save the Children is the leading independent organization creating lasting change in the lives of children in need around the world. Save the Children has been operating in Lebanon since 1999 and is recognized for its commitment to accountability, innovation and collaboration.  Save the Children currently implements programs in Child Protection, Education, CRC, Health and Nutrition, Food Security & Livelihood, Shelter, and Emergency Response throughout Lebanon.   Save the Children is seeking qualified candidates to fulfill the following positions, for its Lebanon Country Office, in the following locations Beirut, Tripoli, Akkar and Bekaa:   ROLE PURPOSE: (this role is dependent on funding) Since the outbreak of violence in Syria in the spring of 2011, the number of Syrians crossing to Lebanon continues to increase. Save the Children is likely to open a new operational area covering two districts in Mount Lebanon, Keserwan and Jbeil. The Assessment Assistant will work as part of a team that will carry out assessments of Syrian refugees to determine their eligibility to receive assistance   KEY AREAS OF ACCOUNTABILITY:   -          Support the Assessment Officer to plan assessments according to new arrival trends and beneficiary targeting criteria. -          Conduct household interviews to collect information -          Act as a liaison between communities and Save the Children -          Maintain good relationships with beneficiaries and Save the Children and report any identified issues to the Base Coordinator -          Provide information on available services and UNHCR registration as appropriate -          Refer any Persons of Concern (PoC) to Assessment Officer for interagency referral -          Contribute to data entry as needed.   Due to the nature of the post, it is important that the applicant has good interpersonal skills and is able to communicate with refugees in a respectful way.   QUALIFICATIONS AND EXPERIENCE Required High level of written and spoken English Previous experience of carrying out field assessments or research Good contextual knowledge of local issues, refugee situation and social and cultural considerations Good geographical knowledge of local area Previous experience collecting data on paper forms Previous experience collecting data on tablets Good interpersonal skills Ability to work under pressure and prioritise workload effectively; High level of integrity and sense of confidentiality; Commitment to SCI’s goals and aims.   Desirable Previous experience in managing data collected through Android device Previous experience working with NGO APPLICATION PROCESS   Please note that the closing date for applications is: For External applicants on October 6th  .                   The selection committee will review all applications as they are received. All applicants must meet the minimum requirements described above, and those unable to meet these requirements will not be considered. No further information will be given over the phone.   Please note: due to the critical nature of this recruitment, applications will be reviewed as they are received and successful candidates contacted on an on-going basis.  Internal Applicants are given priority in the recruitment process.   STARTING DATE: Immediate.  We’re looking for people who can start as soon as possible or within the next few weeks.   Each application package should include the following: •           Job title for the role you are applying for in subject header of the email •           Cover letter with the applicant’s current contact information •           CV (including detailed work experience, education/degrees)  –  3pages maximum •           Professional References (minimum of three, with complete contact information) •           Kindly do not send supporting certificates and documents at this stage •           Letter and CV should be saved into one Word or PDF document and sent to Lebanon.vacancies@savethechildren.org   Applications not including all of the above information will not be reviewed. Only short listed candidates will be contacted.   We need to keep children safe so our selection process reflects our commitment to the protection of children from abuse.  All applicants will also be subject to Save the Children’s usual Child Safeguarding Policy and reference checking process.