Livelihoods Project officer

Under the technical supervision and guidance of Livelihoods Project Coordinator the Field officer will be responsible for the implementation, coordination, monitoring and evaluation of the food security and rural livelihoods component, to achieve programme objectives with the targeted communities affected by Cyclone Idai. The job aims to respond to immediate needs of identified communities and contribute to increase their self-reliance through a variety of activities related to basic needs assistance supporting food security, replacement of productive assets, farming and fisheries.

In agreement with line manager, the job holder will implement the project activities aiming to a high standard in a timely and professional manner. She/he will also provide guidance to staff and volunteers reporting to him/her.

With the support of the Project coordinator:

• Conduct the implementation and monitoring of all activities at field level as laid out in the plan of action.
•  Facilitate relations between Red Cross and the local communities in the realization of projects objectives.
•  Awareness raising and community mobilization.
• Coordinate volunteers activities and participation
•  Support beneficiary’s identification and selection processes together with Beira Livelihoods Team.
•  Maintain coordination and appropriate information sharing and communication lines with partners and stakeholders at field level to avoid duplication and maximize synergies.
•   Manage the effective and proper use of assets, financial resources and facilities according to standard procedures in order to comply with auditing requirements.
•  Assist Livelihoods Coordinator in the preparation of all documents and forms necessary for the implementation of the livelihoods project.
• Regularly monitor project activities, compile and submit regular project updates and provide timely inputs and feedback to the Livelihoods Coordinator.
•  Active participation in field assessments (logistic organization, identification of needs, monitoring)
• Facilitation of (or assist in the facilitation of) trainings for volunteers and beneficiaries when needed and appropriate for its background
•  Support the implementation of the mechanisms in place for Community engagement and accountability
• Provide translation/interpretation support to the Livelihoods Delegate, and other administrative, organizational and bureaucratic support as required.Any other tasks as may be required for operational support directed by the line manager or designate supervisor