Indonesia: Program Officer Cash Based Intervention - Surge

Please note that this vacancy is for talent pool

Organizational Context

The International Federation of Red Cross and Red Crescent Societies (IFRC) is the world's largest humanitarian network, reaching 150 million people each year through its 190 member National Societies. The organization acts before, during and after disasters, crises and health emergences in order to meet the needs and improve the lives of vulnerable people. IFRC’s work is guided by seven Fundamental Principles (humanity, impartiality, neutrality, independence, voluntary service, unity and universality) and by Strategy 2020, which voices the organization’s collective vision and determination to move forward in tackling the major challenges that presently confront humanity.

As one of the five decentralized parts of the IFRC Secretariat, the Asia Pacific Regional Office (APRO) leads the support to National Societies of 38 countries – including Bangladesh – through eight Country Offices and five Country Cluster Support Teams.

The assigned person will be base in TO BE CONFIRM depending of location of operation.

Job Purpose

The Cash Officer will work under the supervision and guidance of Cash Delegate. The person will be the principal representative of IFRC to ensure PMI's CASH activities are implemented. The main functions of the Cash Officer will be to establish strong coordination and linkages with PMI Cash Officer in the field to ensure that program activities are implemented successfully.

Job Duties and Responsibilities

• Support the design and implementation of CBI (Cash-based Intervention) within the general Plan of Action to provide smooth and timely cash assistance as well as maximizing local capacities.
• Support and advise on all cash-related activities as required, including market assessment, engaging with FSPs and vendor selection, and promote accountability in all program cycle.
• Undertake risk analysis related to the cash intervention and contribute to the development of mitigation measures.
• Maintain close coordination with PMI Cash focal person, IFRC and Movement Cash Working Group in the project implementation.
• Ensure a coordinated, integrated and collaborative approach is undertaken in the area of Cash with other sector leads.
• Assist Cash Delegate in organizing various workshops, trainings and planning.
• Assist the Cash Delegate in ensuring field-based project staff receive relevant skills training and knowledge development required for effective implementation.
• Update and report the Cash Delegate on a regular basis about the progress and constraints and try to resolve implementation problems.
• Act as a field level representative, as called upon by the Cash Delegate during review meetings, evaluation and discussions.
• Maintain close coordination with PMI branches, local clusters and government agencies project area and keep them fully informed of the project activities.
• Ensure regular monitoring and required evaluations.
• Help Cash Delegate in conducting PDMs.

Job Requirements

1. University Degree from any major
2. Professional qualification or equivalent of qualifyng experience in Cash Based Intervention
3. CaLP level 1 or 2 ir equivalent trained
4. 3 years of experience in disaster operations management in the field especially in Cash based intervention.
5. Experience of supervising and supporting staff
6. Experience of working with the Red Cross / Red Crescent (are preferred)
7. Experience of working for a humanitarian/non-profit-making organization (are preferred)
8. Advanced skills in computers (Windows, word processing, spread sheets, etc.)
9. Able to work independently and as part of the team
10. Exceptional level of patience and able to work long hours
11. Strong interpersonal skills
12. Ability solve problems in the filed
13. Experience in preparing reports
14. Fluent in English and Bahasa Indonesia

Please submit your application letter addressing the above qualifications and experience with your curriculum vitae to: Indonesia.HRD@ifrc.org**

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