Emergency Response Field Coordinator for Gaza (expatriate), 100%

HEKS/EPER pursues the vision of a just world where the dignity of everyone is respected, peace reigns and the natural environment is conserved. In the framework of the 2030 Agenda, we work in the four thematic priority areas of "Climate justice", "Right to land and food", "Flight and migration", and "Inclusion". HEKS/EPER also provides humanitarian aid for people affected by natural disasters and armed conflicts. The goal is to induce change at the social, economic and political levels. HEKS/EPER helps improve the living conditions of people in Switzerland and around the world, claims their rights, and to this end, mobilizes and raises awareness on the part of society, policy-makers, business and churches.Under the direction of the Country Director, the Senior Emergency Response Coordinator updates the national emergency preparedness and response strategy on a regular basis. He/she is in charge of developing, planning, implementing, monitoring, and evaluating emergency interventions, as well as raising funds for emergency activities and leading staff capacity building, in order to save lives and alleviate the suffering of the most vulnerable people and communities affected by the crisis.Therefore, we are looking from 1st or 15th of July 2024 for a proactive and experienced expatriate:Emergency Response Field Coordinator for Gaza (expatriate), 100%Your main responsibilities:Line ManagementSupervises the emergency team (with the technical and administrative support of the CO)Lead the team, capacitate its members, and define the internal team structureLead contextual and humanitarian needs– Multi Sectorial Assessments (MSA)Fundraising and proposal developmentLeads the development of contextually appropriate and feasible proposals and budgets for the emergency portfolio development, as well as expanding the portfolio. Closely coordinates donor engagement with the Country DirectorConducts a donor mapping and builds up relationships with key donorsPartner managementBuilds the humanitarian capacity of partners including the assessment of new partners and partner portfolioCoordinates the proposal development with partners and HEKS/EPER emergency teamOversees and monitors the project implementation by the partnersCorporate Policies, Management Systems and ProceduresContributes towards promoting and adhering to HEKS/EPER Charter, Code of Conduct and Operating PrinciplesResponsible for all Gaza-related internal and external programmatic reporting, including donor reportsFinance/Budget/LogisticsEnsure regular and accurate analysis of spending, leading budget revisions in cooperation with the Finance Officer and ensure spending against budgets (BvA) Cooperate with the Logistics Officer Humanitarian Aid for procurementsContinued analysis on ensuring logistics into Gaza from Israel, Jordan, and EgyptEnsure at all-time optimal use of financial, human, and logistics resourcesIn collaboration with the Admin and Finance Officer and Country Director, review monthly budget vs. actual reports in order to orient future budgetary expenditures and allocationsRespects transparent management procedures as defined in the HEKS/EPER Staff Regulations and Field Financial and Accounting Guidelines (FFAG)Monitoring, Evaluation and ComplianceIn collaboration with the Emergency Response M&E Officer maintain an effective monitoring and planning systemEnsure HEKS/EPER and international quality standards for humanitarian action are fulfilled throughout the project management cycleHuman resources managementShe/he is a key member of and focal point for the Country Emergency Team recruitmentLeads the Emergency Response Team, encouraging effective teamwork and providing supervision and guidance, especially on issues related tocross sectoral collaboration and harmonizing approachesIn collaboration with the Country Director plan staff resource planning: job descriptions, recruitment, induction and training for staff asappropriateEnsures regular performance appraisals for direct coordinates and encourages the personal development plans and the identification of training needsCoach the team under direct responsibility to ensure efficient and effective planning, implementation and monitoring of all activities and their understanding of expected programme outcomesDeveloping emergency response competencies throughout the mission; in particular coach and providing technical expertise and guidance to staff under direct responsibility, project management and coordination with external stakeholders among other sectorsRepresentationMake sure HEKS/EPER is represented in relevant clusters and Working group meetingsEnsures overall HEKS/EPER coordination with the UN agencies and government and operational representation where relevant, including the sharing of information and reportingIn coordination with the Country Director, guarantees that all formalities required by the government are prepared properly, kept up to date, and presented punctuallyActs as the local HEKS/EPER focal point for monitoring visits and local queries by donorsReportingProduces a monthly situation report to the Country Director and Desk OfficerUsing field perspective, integrates context assessment into reporting and communications; identifies geopolitical trends and indicators which may impact programme activities inoPtCoordinates, prepares and elaborates donor reports for submission to the Country DirectorCorporate Policies, Management Systems and ProceduresContributes towards promoting and adhering to HEKS/EPER Charter, Code of Conduct and Operating PrinciplesResponsible for all Gaza-related internal and external programmatic reporting, including donor reportsEnsure compliance in all aspectsPromote the compliance framework developed by the COTo be successful you bring:At least 7 years of experience in humanitarian project managementPrevious experience in war contextStrong experience in networking and developing local partnershipsA proven record of proposal development and reporting, with an emphasis on institutional donorsExperience in Shelter programming is an added valueExperience in MPCA/MHPSS/Agriculture is appreciatedExperienced in humanitarian coordination mechanismsA proven record of effective project and people managementGood capacity in community mobilization and knowledge of participatory approachesSensitivity to cultural differences, and the ability to work in a wide variety of cultural contextsExcellent teamwork skills and the ability to build good relations both internally and externallyExperience in emergency settings, conflict/post-conflict contexts and/or areas of high insecurityFlexible to travel from oPt (including Gaza), Israel or EgyptExcellent command of Microsoft Pack OfficeExcellent knowledge of the main donor mechanismsExcellent writing and verbal communication skillsKnowledge of Arabic language is an assetExcellent organizational skills, interpersonal skills and team managementAble to work under stress and in difficult contextsAble to interact with multiple partners, open-minded and skilled in multicutural communicationWhat you can expect from us:An opportunity to make a difference in this worldAn interesting and challenging expatriate positionAn international position with a duty station in Gaza (depending on the security situation, the position might be temporarily based in Jerusalem or Cairo)Duration 6 months (possible extension)Competitive salaryAccommodation provided by HEKS/EPERInsurance packageWould you like to join the HEKS/EPER team? We are looking forward to your complete application in English (CV, Cover letter and certificates) exclusively via our online portal.Interviews will be held on a rolling basis. HEKS/EPER reserves the right to select a candidate prior to the deadline.