Role and responsibilities

The purpose of a LFS coordinator is to implement delegated area of responsibility.

The following is a brief description of the role.

 Generic responsibilities 

• Line management of FSL project field staff
• Adherence to NRC policies, guidance and procedures
• Contribute to FSL strategy development, project proposals and provide input on needs and gaps
• Manage and implement delegated portfolio of FSL projects (activities, budget and project documentation) as delegated from PM in line with proposals, strategies and donor requirements, and ensure high technical quality
• Provide regular progress reports to APM (AM and Core Competency Specialists)
• Ensure that projects target beneficiaries most in need of protection, explore and asses new and better ways to assist
• Promote and share ideas for improvement and necessary changes in the activities
• Ensure capacity building of project staff and transfer key skills
• Liaise and collaborate with relevant local authorities and other key stakeholders
• Promote the rights of IDPs/returnees in line with the advocacy strategy

Specific Responsibilities 

• Provide day-to-day supervision and support to the FSL teams including implementation of Human Resources related processes (recruitments, orientation, training, performance management)
• Follow up on weekly meeting and conduct monthly and quarterly meetings and collect accurate and updated information about project activities
• Report any problem related to finance, admin and logistics within the FSL team and the support team to the attention of the Area Manager for resolution
• Ensure that the FSL office and NRC property are kept in a good and secure condition
• Ensuring the growth and feasibility of FSL project in Maitsebri
• Actively promote synergies between NRC’s FSL and other teams
• Any other task relevant to the position as requested by the Supervisor.

Professional competencies

These are skills, knowledge and experience that are important for effective performance.

Generic professional competencies: 

• Masters/Bachelor’s degree preferably in agriculture, agro-economy, economy, social sciences, development studies or other relevant discipline.
• Experience from working in an FSL project leadership and implementation position in a humanitarian/ recovery context
• Previous experience from working in complex and volatile contexts in Ethiopia
• Documented results related to the position’s responsibilities
• Knowledge about own leadership skills/profile
• Fluency in English, both written and verbal

Context/ Specific skills, knowledge and experience: 

• Knowledge of the context and region.
• Experience with start-up, exit or similar.
• Strong organizational skills and ability to manage multiple tasks simultaneously.
• Ability to work independently and creatively.
• Excellent computer skills.

Behavioral competencies 

• Handling insecure environments
• Managing resources to optimize results
• Empowering and building trust
• Managing performance and development
• Planning and delivering results