Distribution Officer-Gaza

The Opportunity – Distribution Officer.

Post location: Gaza Field Office – Rafah and subject to change based on SC priorities and response in Gaza.

Contract Duration and Level of Effort: 6 months with possibility of extension.

***Due to the urgency to fill this role, applications will be reviewed on a rolling basis. Kindly note that the position might be filled before the vacancy announcement is closed; therefore, early applications are encouraged.***

***This role will be contingent upon securing available funds, and we might use this vacancy to fill more than one post.***

ROLE PURPOSE:

The Distribution Officer will be responsible for ensuring the proper planning and implementation of NFI projects in SCI field locations in Rafah. They will be expected to play a critical role in the sectoral assessments, project planning, procurement, logistic arrangements, monitoring and reporting for the various multi-site distribution in collaboration with the various partners the organization works with.

The Distribution Officer will be responsible for ensuring that all distribution processes are in accordance with Save the Children Global and National standards, as well as donor guidelines and procedures. Prepare and manage activities involving Shelter/NFI distributions including coordinating all necessary arrangements with SC staff and partner staff and distribution sites.

SCOPE OF ROLE:

Reports to: Shelter Coordinator.

Staff reporting to this post: None.

Budget Responsibilities: To be determined as per Country Scheme of Delegation.

KEY AREAS OF ACCOUNTABILITY:

Project Management

• Assist the Shelter Coordinator in planning and implementing shelter and NFI activities.
• Organize distributions of the NFIs and shelter activities, monitor and supervise enumerators and field contractors – ensuring attendance is tracked and staff are remunerated as required, coordinating closely with HR and finance teams.
• Facilitate and coordinate the verification process both on the ground (door to door) or through telephone -ensure verification forms are completed fully and correctly, supporting the field team to correct errors.
• Liaise with the Procurement and Logistics team throughout the procurement process and ensure that all items are in line wiencouraged. *technical standards.
• Preparing and supervising the registration and validation process along with CCM teams, organizing and monitoring site assessments at IDP sites, collecting information on overall services available, including SNFI, WASH and other basic needs of the population
• Produce daily, weekly and quarterly progress reports, provide accurate data analysis and related updates.
• Maintain positive relationships with beneficiaries, Community representatives, community leaders and local authorities to facilitate SCIs work in target areas.
• Assist in any additional administrative duties as required for the project including preparation of PRs, PRFs and other tasks as required.
• Any other duties as required.

General

• Comply with Save the Children policies and practice with respect to child protection, code of conduct, health and safety, equal opportunities and other relevant policies and procedures.
• Help be responsible for the security of all staff. Ensure that the security, health and wellbeing of staff are ensured, and staff management and other processes and policies and systems reflect SC’s principles of equity and fairness.
• To perform such other responsibilities as agreed with your line management.

In order to be successful, you will bring/have:

QUALIFICATIONS

• Bachelor’s degree in a relevant field or relevant experience.

EXPERIENCE AND SKILLS

Essential

• 4+ years of Experience in construction, Shelter, and NFIs distribution activities
• Familiar with Humanitarian sector, donors, technical aspects of humanitarian shielding, sphere standards, distribution and humanitarian principles.
• Familiar with liaising with NGO’s and UN bodies.
• Familiarity with International humanitarian operations, coordination structures, and the mandates of donors and other NGOs.
• Cross-cultural awareness and insight into multi programming issues.
• Ability to exercise sound judgment and make decisions with limited supervision.
• Flexibility and ability to cope with stressful situations and frustrations.
• Ability to relate to and motivate local staff effectively.
• Creative and able to work with limited resources.
• Team player and strong communication skills, both oral and written.
• Honest, hardworking and committed to community development.
• Proficient in computer applications, especially with MS Word and MS Excel, MS PowerPoint a plus.
• Oral and written English and Arabic skills with ability to draft and edit program reports.

Desirable

• Flexibility and willingness to change work practices and hours, and capability to work in insecure and challenging environment.

We offer a competitive package in the context of the sector. This role is offered on the basis of national terms and conditions. Application will be reviewed and selected on a rolling basis.

Save the Children promotes a diverse and inclusive work environment, women and people with different abilities are strongly encouraged to apply.

The Organisation

Save the Children works in development and humanitarian contexts with children and partners to help families, communities, and governments identify and use innovations to ensure all children survive, learn and are protected.

We employ approximately 25,000 people across the globe and work on the ground in over 100 countries to help children affected by crises, or those that need better healthcare, education and child protection. We also campaign and advocate at the highest levels to realize the right of children and to ensure their voices are heard.

We are working towards three breakthroughs in how the world treats children by 2030:

• No child dies from preventable causes before their 5th birthday
• All children learn from a quality basic education and that,
• Violence against children is no longer tolerated

We know that great people make a great organization, and that our employees play a crucial role in helping us achieve our ambitions for children. We value our people and offer a meaningful and rewarding career, along with a collaborative and inclusive environment where ambition, creativity, and integrity are highly valued.