INTERSOS is an independent humanitarian organization that assists the victims of natural disasters, armed conflicts and exclusion. Its activities are based on the principles of solidarity, justice, human dignity, equality of rights and opportunities, respect for diversity and coexistence, paying special attention to the most vulnerable people.

Terms of reference

Job Title: Emergency Coordinator

Code: SR-60-2538

Duty station: Odessa, Ukraine

Starting date: 1/08/2022

Contract duration: until 31/12/2022

Reporting to: Head of Mission

Supervision of: Emergency team

Dependents: Non-family duty station

General context of the project

The war broke out in Ukraine in March 2022. Since then, millions of people have fled to the neighbouring countries, raising a big concern on how to manage such an immense flux of people. In order to support refugees, INTERSOS is setting up an emergency response operation in Poland, Moldova and Ukraine.​

General purpose of the position

The Emergency Coordinator is responsible for developing and implementing, in the area where he/she is based, Intersos operations, activities and projects.

Main responsibilities and tasks

• Managing INTERSOS Odessa base operations in terms of local Administration, Logistics and HR
• Responsible for developing and implementing INTERSOS programme and projects in Odessa region
• Coordinate and supervise the timely and quality submission of reports to donors
• Represent INTERSOS in relevant meetings

Required profile and experience

Education: Relevant higher education​

Professional Experience

• 2 years experience in similar positions, in an emergency contexts
• Experience in a volatile environment
• Previous experience in assessment missions / base opening is a strong asset

Professional Requirements

• Proven managerial and representation experience
• Excellent communication skills as well as strong writing and reporting skills.
• Good adaptability and interpersonal skills
• Networking
• Knowledge of guidelines of the most common humanitarian institutional donors

Languages

• English
• Russian, or Ukrainian preferable

Personal Requirements

• Autonomous and proactive
• Ability and readiness to work under pressure and dealing with difficult and complex conditions
• Stress management