Job open at Friendship as Field Coordinator

Friendship is a needs-driven non-governmental organization that works in northern Bangladesh's Char islands and riverbanks. 

Vacancy: 01

Vacancy Type: Contractual

Role: Field Coordinator

Job Responsibilities: 

• Provides specialized administrative support in developing, implementing, and marketing program/project functions.
• Coordinates activities of support staff, consultants, facility, and/or volunteers engaged in implementing and administrating program objectives.
• Ensure implementation of policies and practices.
• Work as per the budget guidance to ensure value for money.
• Manage communications at all levels without any gaps and lacking.
• Help build positive relations within the team and external parties.
• Schedule and organize meetings/events and maintain an agenda.
• Prepare paperwork and order material through PR, MFR, etc.
• Ensure the smooth running of the clinic, including set-up, support staff supervision, security, maintenance, and liaison with landlords, contractors, and suppliers.
• Maintain constant liaison with the Cox Bazar-based Friendship management, field team, and camp-based regulatory bodies, including CiC, ACiC, Site Management, and Community Health Working group.
• Support the PMs and SRHR specialist efforts to maintain a positive organizational climate with the highest professional and ethical standards.
• Support and follow through on administrative requirements.
• Support planning and coordination of the program and its activities.
• Support national recruitment drive for long-term strategy, including interviewing and inducting applicants.
• Support growth and program development.
• Ensure that all standardized forms are used, and guidelines are followed strictly.
• Work with the Program Manager to ensure a cash flow plan is established, and there is sufficient cash access at the clinic.
• Maintain spend tracking system.
• Support Base Logistics and Logistics Assistant with ad hoc procurement requests and stock replenishment.
• Develop and maintain a transparent and supportive communication structure with colleagues to inform them of relevant activities and requirements.
• Keep updated records and create reports or proposals.
• Manage staff scheduling to enable clinics to be open 24 hours.
• Administer team meetings and take notes/actions.
• Ensure technology is used correctly for all operations (video conferencing, presentations, etc.)
• Assist with setting up of facilities, staff accommodation/housing/transports.
• Initiate procurement of necessary items in consultation with SMO/ facility in charge; Keep constant follow-up of the PR and Monthly Fund Requisitions and also ensure that all the logistics reach in time.

Requirements: 

• Masters level University degree with advanced training/ course in psychology, sociology, anthropology, gender studies, social work, international affairs, humanitarian aid, or related field.
• Experience Requirements: At least 2 years (s).

Additional Requirements: 

• Age 25 to 30 years.
• Minimum of two years experience working with vulnerable communities, basic needs, social service experience, and/or advocacy programs.
• Experience working with Non-Governmental organizations or local governmental authorities.
• Good communication skills and ability to conduct training and awareness.
• Computer skills (Microsoft Outlook, Word, Excel).
• Good organizational and management skills.

Job Location: Anywhere in Bangladesh

Salary: Negotiable.

Benefits: As per the company policy.

Application Deadline: 7 Aug 2023

Application link: https://tinyurl.com/wsy4ehkd