Field Assistant

Responsibilities

The Field Assistant will be responsible for implementing project distributions as per program guidelines and will directly undertake and document the following tasks:

• Supports Field Officers in relevant tasks
• Performs proper outreach activities to reach relevant beneficiaries
• Performs proper assessments on field, followed by proper documentation
• Assists in record keeping, assembly, and distribution of basic construction material kits
• In direct contact with beneficiaries through phone communication or household visits
• Ensures all project documentation is completed in an accurate and timely manner
• Notifies Shelter Advisor in case of any problem or obstacle in the field
• Informs relevant focal points of any security threats or incidents in the field
• Performs other tasks assigned by the Shelter Advisor

Qualifications and requirements

• National Staff Position (only Lebanese citizens are eligible to apply)
• One year of relevant job experience
• Excellent communication and interpersonal skills
• Strong planning and organizational skills
• Valid driving license.
• Experience in outreach or community work
• Strong communication skills
• Experience in distribution or logistics is preferred
• Experience in supervising construction works is an asset
• Experience working with local authorities an asset

Competencies

• Reliability: the position requires fulfilling obligations in a highly responsible manner
• Coping with pressure: ability to accept criticism and to cope with stressful situations at work
• Self-Control and maintaining composure
• Attention to details, good information management
• Tolerance and adaptability