Ukraine: Humanitarian field coordinator, Eastern Ukraine

Organization: People in Need
Country: Ukraine
Closing date: 11 Sep 2014

People in Need (PIN) is the Czech Republic based NGO working in relief and development sectors. See more at www.peopleineed.cz. In early August 2014 PIN opened humanitarian response in Eastern Ukraine and the program is rapidly expanding. Focus is given on the assistance to the IDPs, returnees and population living in the contested areas in the sectors of food security, shelter and NFIs, early recovery and health. PIN is currently looking for medium-term term field engagement of experienced field coordinators.

Start-up date: September 2014

Duration: 3- 6 month with the possibility of extension

Location: Easter Ukraine, Donetsk and Luhansk oblasts

Main responsibilities:

· To manage program implementation activities in the field (full project cycle management)

· To design the most appropriate form and methodology of the response

· To liason with the authorities, local partners and donors

· To continue assessments on the affected population

· To support fundraising activities including preparation of concepts and project proposals

Main requirements:

· strong experience within the region and understanding of local dynamics

· experience in the humanitarian response

· familiarity with the conflicts settings

· reliable and self-reliant personality

· excellent spoken and written English

· good knowledge of spoken Russian

How to apply:

Interested applicants for the position should send their CV and cover letter as soon as possible via e-mail to the PIN HR manager, Ms. Barbora Jancova:

HR@peopleinneed.cz, Only the shortlisted candidates will be contacted, thank you for accepting this.