23/10/2014
Vacancy Announcement 3
Position: – Field Coordinator
Organization :SMECOSS, www.smecoss.com
Position Title : Field Coordinator
Position Location : Abeyei – Northern Bahr el Gazal state
Duration :1 year
Starting date :15th November, 2014
Application deadline : 20th October, 2014 to 5th November, 2014
Vacancy contact : [email protected]
Context
SMECOSS is a registered Institution, established in 2009 by South Sudanese professionals in entrepreneurship, Microfinance and Community Development. It was registered with the Ministry of Legal Affairs and Constitutional Development in the Government of Southern Sudan in 2010 with the registration Number 8117. It is also licensed by International Finance Corporation (IFC) to carry out specialized capacity building trainings in South Sudan.
Responsibilities
1. He coordinates field activities ie, he oversees the recruitment and training of volunteers
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2. They ensure research equipment works efficiently throughout the process, manage relations with the local community and ensure field workers adhere to ethical guidelines for field work.
3. They must be able to simultaneously handle tasks such as supervising field staff, organizing meetings and liaising with project manager without losing concentration.
4. He schedules and attends meetings with other organizations in the area.
5. . Field coordinators also require excellent planning skills to accurately estimate the time, money and labor needed to complete an activity, as well as verbal and written communication skills to share information with field staff effectively.
6. Field coordinators also require excellent planning skills to accurately estimate the time, money and labor needed to complete an activity, as well as verbal and written communication skills to share information with field staff effectively.
7. When field activities don't roll out as planned, the field coordinator turn to their problem-solving skills to provide effective solutions.
8. The field coordinator will be supervising donor-funded campaigns and represent his employer, volunteers, and other stakeholders in meetings with donors.
9. The Field coordinator work towards improving the competence of field workers, to achieve this, he could organize training programs to help improve workers’ job skills and knowledge.
10. He will be submitting periodic activity status and summary report to project manager.
11. Ensure good flow of information within the group.
Skills and Qualifications
1. A minimum of Degree/Diploma in Business Administration, business Management or Relevant field.
2. A minimum of 2 years’ experience working with local communities – experience in South Sudan will be an advantage
3. Experience in project coordination.
4. Excellent written and spoken English is essential
5. Demonstrated ability to manage processes and maintain accurate records
6. Demonstrated effective organizational skills and ability to handle work in a timely manner
7. Demonstrated ability to coordinate tasks to meet deadlines
8. Ability to work in a multi-cultural, multi-ethnic environment with respect for diversity
9. Experience and skills in the use of software programs such as MS Word, PowerPoint, Excel
10. Knowledge of Dinka Language and classical Arabic will be an advantage
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Application Process
Applications should be address to [email protected] or HR and Administrative Officer SMECOSS Juba. 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. SMECOSS is an equal opportunity employer.
This position is on for south Sudanese nationals and qualified women are strongly encouraged to apply.
Each application should include the following:
Cover letter including the applicant’s suitability for the position and current contact information
CV, including detailed work experience, education/degrees and Diploma Certificates
Professional references (minimum of three, with complete contact information)
All applications should be delivered to HR and Administrative Officer SMECOSS please Indicate the position you are applying for on the envelop. Submission of this information should reach SMECOSS 20th October, 2014 to 5th November, 2014
We are located at Munuki opposite Rambo playground.
