Program Coordinator, Disaster Response at World Renew

ESSENTIAL DUTIES AND RESPONSIBILITIES:

 Programming

• Conduct regular disaster risk monitoring and analysis to assess potential needs for World Renew intervention. This should be done in cooperation with World Renew staff and partner(s).
• Consult on potential risk conditions with World Renew staff and partner representatives and, as disasters become apparent in the region, facilitate detailed needs assessments.
• Design, in coordination with relevant stakeholders, timely and appropriate disaster response projects and funding proposals, using quality need assessment data and in compliance with programming standards such as International Committee of the Red Cross (ICRC), Sphere Standards and CHS (Core Humanitarian Standards) to which World Renew subscribes.
• Support World Renew staff and partners in Food Security programming by providing guidance, input and review of proposals and ensuring timely and accurate reporting.

Monitoring and Evaluation

• Ensure, in cooperation with World Renew staff and partner(s), that all donor reporting requirements on program impact are met, and assist implementing agencies in setting up reporting and tracking systems to provide information in an efficient and timely manner.
• Ensure, in cooperation with World Renew staff, including the IDR MEAL Coordinator, and partner(s) that project monitoring and comprehensive reporting takes place between all stakeholders.
• Maintain records and data and prepare statistical reports for internal and donor use.
• As necessary, ensure partners properly coordinate baseline surveys, external assessments, and evaluations.
• As appropriate, work with partners to design and review evaluation instruments e.g. questionnaires, interview guides, surveys, observational checklists, etc.

Capacity Building and Training

• Research and develop tools, materials, templates and guidelines for enhancing disaster management within the region.
• Assist in designing and implementing regional training plans covering disaster risk reduction and preparedness, need assessments, project design, implementation, and evaluation.
• Support Regional and Country Teams with the preparation of donor proposals and reports.

Collaboration and Networking

• Develop and maintain strategies that further strengthen relationships with ACT Alliance and Integral Alliance around disaster response programming.
• Work closely with CFGB (Canadian Food grains Bank) and other CFGB members, through the CFGB coordination and project advisory groups to provide input into collaborative project design and implementation.
• Identify and pursue opportunities to connect to networks for funding and capacity building in sectoral areas such as food security, nexus approaches, and cash programming.

KNOWLEDGE, SKILLS, AND ABILITIES REQUIRED

To perform this position successfully, the individual must be able to perform each essential duty satisfactorily. The requirements below are representative of the knowledge, skills and/or ability required:

Qualifications and Attributes:

• Active member in a Christian church and agreement with the Statement of Faith
• A Christian with a compassionate heart for those experiencing poverty and suffering.
• A strong and flexible team player with a collaborative approach and the ability to adapt to changing priorities and needs.
• Disciplined, self-motivated work style; able to function competently and productively with little supervision.
• Professional, co-operative demeanor.
• Strong analytical thinker.
• Excellent organizational and communication skills with excellent attention to detail.

Minimum Required Skills and Experience:

• Excellent written communications skills with proven experience in writing reports for a variety of donors; technical grant writing experience is essential.
• Demonstrated ability to design and implement appropriate disaster response programs.
• Experience leading evaluations, data collection and analysis in integrated/multifaceted projects.
• Demonstrated knowledge of Project Management and Results Based Management methodologies.
• Knowledge and proven experience adhering to humanitarian standards, SPHERE, CHS, People in Aid, etc.
• Experience in capacity building of staff and/or partner agencies across all aspects of disaster response.
• Demonstrated competency in various computer applications, especially MS Word, Excel, Access.
• Oral and written competency in French will be considered an asset.