Philippines: Humanitarian Coordinator (For Filipino Nationals only) - reposted

BACKGROUND/RATIONALE:

Islamic Relief Worldwide (IRW) is an international relief and development organization founded in the UK in 1984 that envisages a caring world where people unite to respond to the suffering of others, empowering them to fulfill their potential. Working in over 34 countries, it promotes sustainable economic and social development by working with local communities to eradicate poverty, illiteracy and disease. IRW also responds to disasters and emergencies, helping people in crisis by providing them immediate and support in rehabilitation.

Islamic Relief started operations in Philippines in 2013 in order to respond to Typhoon Yolanda in collaboration with the Government and UN/NGOs/private organizations. Islamic Relief moved its Country Office to Cotabato City (Mindanao) during 2017 to support the government in its efforts to help communities in case of disasters and provide support in government’s efforts to alleviate poverty and illiteracy in the region.

OVERALL RESPONSIBILITIES:

1. Under the direction of the Head of Programmes/Programme Manager, s/he coordinates the overall Country Office emergency preparedness response and rehabilitation of disaster affected communities;

2. Responsible for planning, development, budgeting, implementation, monitoring and evaluation of the emergency interventions and supporting IRPh Seasonal Programs for Ramadan Food Packs and Qurbani Meat distributions;

3. This position requires an individual who is flexible, provides expertise and leadership at a senior level and who works well within a team;

4. Experience in integrating inclusion, gender equality, vulnerability and safeguarding considerations into humanitarian interventions is required; and

5. S/he will be available to respond at short notice to emergencies and other Country Office requirements.

EDUCATIONAL QUALIFICATIONS:

1. Masters degree in one of the following fields: Development Studies, International Development, Social Work, Economics, Business Administration or other related disciplines. A first level university degree (Bachelor’s) in a relevant technical field in conjunction with an additional two (2) years relevant work experience may be accepted in lieu of a Master’s degree.

REQUIRED SKILLS:

· A very good understanding of the humanitarian system, principles and key relief sectors (e.g. strong knowledge of and demonstrated experience with IHL, the Red Cross Code of Conduct, SPHERE, IASC Gender, HAP, Core Humanitarian Standards and understanding and experience of the cluster approach to coordination and response).

· Demonstrated experience in concept and proposal writing.

· Previous experience of dealing with Institutional/ International donors and projects

· Demonstrated experience in developing, fostering and working in partnership with local/national organizations specific to humanitarian action.

· Experience in program monitoring and evaluation, including application of SPHERE standards and Core Humanitarian Standard. Good capacity building, coaching and training skills for working with external Partner organizations.

REQUIRED EXPERIENCES:

· 5 to 7 years of progressively responsible professional/comparable work experience at the national and international levels in I/NGOs dealing with programme/project development, planning, implementation, monitoring and evaluation.

· Previous experience of dealing with institutional/International donors including ECHO, UN, UKAID, AUSAID, USAID etc. and funded projects.

· Specialized training and/or experience in emergency response management.

· Good understanding of development and humanitarian work is required.

LANGUAGE:

Fluent in English and Filipino; familiarity with regional dialects as well as knowledge in using various social media platforms for marketing and advocacy campaigns are an advantage.

DESIRABLE:

· Sympathetic to organisational values and mission

· 3 years of work experience at comparable position

1. Interested candidates are encouraged to submit their application letter and comprehensive resume (in PDF format) at Alyse.Lopez@islamic-relief.org.ph

2. Open only for Filipino nationals, women are encouraged to apply.

3. Islamic Relief Worldwide is a humanitarian and development organization, working in Humanitarian and Development Sectors in line with it’s mission

4. Selection will be based on application letter, CV, interview and other relevant documents (as requested). Only shortlisted candidates will be contacted.

Closing Date: 26 November 2019 *(Note: We may close receiving job applications before the deadline as soon as suitable job applications are received.)*