Field Coordinator Job in Kenya

Secours Islamique France (SIF) is a Non-Governmental Organization of international solidarity based in France. 

Founded in 1991, SIF is a non-profit and non-political organization that intents to help, to bring relief and to protect the lives of those threatened by natural disasters, armed conflicts or by economic collapse.

SIF provides its help in respect of the cultural diversity, without any distinction of origin, religion or gender.

SIF is urgently recruiting a Field Coordinator (M/F).

He/ She will be responsible for overseeing, coordinating, and ensuring integration between SIF’s programs,as well as liaising with various external partners on humanitarian issues for the intervention area.

The position is based in
 Masalani (Kenya).

Missions and activities:
  • Managing the security and safety of the SIF employees and property; ensuring adequate flow of information between Nairobi regional office, local stakeholders and SIF employees.
  • Enabling program team and support services to implement projects. Providing guidance in coordinating various SIF departments
  • Representing SIF in official and unofficial meeting and forums; Guaranteeing the good reputation and accountability of the SIF
  • Managing the office administration; guiding and evaluating key SIF employees against their objectives
  • Internal reporting according to SIF guidelines and participating in external reporting (donor, government)
Profile:
  • Degree in either International Relations, Community development, Social sciences or relevant field
  • Over 5 years of Field Experience with INGOs with responsibility for Safety and Security, Programs, Administration and Coordination
  • Have good knowledge and experience with international donors rules and regulations
  • Confirmed experience in team management and a supportive management style
  • A good command of spoken English
  • Have a strong understanding of the community practices, culture and understand the dynamics of Somali social structure
  • Proven problem solving and organizational skills, flexible and calm under pressure
  • Strong communication
  • Terms and conditions:
  • Wages to be defined according to profile + per diem
  • 6 months contract
How to Apply:

To apply send a resume and a cover letter to: rhp@secours-islamique.org
 

Closing date: 02 Feb 2015