Distribution Officer

Job posted on 19 May, 2015 Apply before 30 May, 2015
ACTED

ACTED is a non-governmental organization with headquarters in Paris. Funded in 1994, it is an independent, private and not-for-profit organization that operates according to principles of non-discrimination and transparency. Our mission is to support vulnerable populations affected by wars, natural disasters and/or economic and social crises, and to accompany them in building a better future; thus contributing to the Millennium Development Goals. ACTED ‘Links Relief, Rehabilitation and Development’ to provide continued support to vulnerable communities as their needs evolve.

Details / requirements:

ACTED

http://www.acted.org/

TERMS OF REFERENCE

Distribution Officer - 3 Months (with possibility of extension)

DUTY STATION: Dhading/Sindupalchok

ACTED BACKGROUND:

Since 1993, as an international non-governmental organization, ACTED has been committed to immediate humanitarian relief to support those in urgent need and protect people’s dignity, while co-creating longer term opportunities for sustainable growth and fulfilling people’s potential.

ACTED is present in four continents and our teams intervene in 34 countries towards 8 million people, responding to emergency situations

MAIN DUTIES/RESPONSIBILITIES:

The Distribution Co-ordinator shall be responsible for:

  • Lead and guide ACTED’s Distribution Programme in the base. Ensure that planned activities are successfully implemented;
  • In collaboration with the programme team and coordination, determine the strategic direction of the programme in the short and medium term and map out activities.
  • Collaborate effectively with other line managers and the coordination team. 
  • Manage the Distribution team. Ensure that they are wholly involved in Distribution planning and direction.
  • Collaborate with the Appraisal, Monitoring and Evaluation Unit (AMEU) to assess need, monitor activities, and evaluate Distribution progress. Ensure that lessons learned in the course of implementation are integrated into the programme to ensure that it remains responsive and relevant.
  • Provide input and regularly review all FLAT Follow-Up for ongoing programmes together with the relevant department manager and Programme Coordinator;
  • Be alert to opportunities arising for learning, collaboration and partnership that may enhance programme quality and responsiveness.
  • Identify and interact with existing Distribution initiatives in the base, including UN, GO’s and NGO’s, and community initiatives.
  • Develop and implement an exit strategy in collaboration with his/her team, AME unit and the Programme Co-ordinator.
  • Report regularly (as requested) to the Area Coordinator and Country Director.
  • Translate relevant documents or information during coordination visits.
  • Develop team capacity at both the individual and group level by organising/ facilitating trainings internally or through specialist agencies / individuals.  
  • Work proactively to ensure that the projects are responsive and relevant to community needs.

QUALIFICATIONS AND COMPETENCIES:

Education and Work Experience:

  • Degree in related discipline.
  • Minimum 2 years of professional work experience. 
  • DESSIRABLE; Experience working with NGOs

Languages: Fluency in English and Nepali. 

Kindly apply if you meet the above criteria until the 30th May 2015 sending you CV with the subject "DISTRIBUTION OFFICER" to the email address: elisabet.sole@acted.org

ONLY SHORLISTED CANDIDATES WILL BE CONTACTED FOR AN INTERVIEW. 

Overview

Category Logistics / Procurement
Openings 3
Experience 2+ years
Education B. Com./BBS
Posted Date 19 May, 2015
Apply Before 30 May, 2015
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