Project Implementation Specialist in JERU

Welthungerhilfe (WHH) and Concern Worldwide have been working together in Ukraine since February 2022, using their combined resources to ensure rapid and effective emergency response and assistance to the crisis-affected population. 

The project known as JERU (Joint Emergency Response in Ukraine) - Joint response to emergency situations in Ukraine, works in Ukraine to support people affected by the conflict.

The JERU team announces a competition for the vacant position of Project Implementation Specialist.

Please read the description and send your resume in English to the link below:

https://career5.successfactors.eu/sfcareer/jobreqcareerpvt?jobId=13910&company=WelthungerP&st=4D7514C234EC4065DB9C2899D89BA7F5C9871841

Welthungerhilfe is committed to the fight against terrorism in all its activities.

The organization is also committed to the safety and protection of vulnerable adults and children. Therefore, any candidate offered employment with the organization will be screened for membership of known and suspected terrorist lists and will be subject to a number of background checks, including a criminal background check.

All Welthungerhilfe employees adhere to the internal policies and procedures of the Code of Conduct and related policies in all their activities.

Employee duties

• In coordination with the head of projects and programs, ensure a high level of quality of program implementation in cooperation with local partners regarding emergency response, social and legal protection and provision of life support.
• Ensure their compliance with humanitarian principles and basic humanitarian standards.
• Ensure regular and proper communication with relevant partners to support the coordination of assigned projects; strengthen relations with partners and make efforts to strengthen their potential, informing the head of projects and programs about any directionsdevelopment or challenges.
• Ensure the acquisition of relevant knowledge of certain project implementation activities by reviewing and understanding Standard Operating Procedures (SoP); provide direct support to partners in the implementation of the SoP and other processes.
• In coordination with local partners, ensure the development of well-thought-out work plans within the project timelines and related to the relevant project activities in areas such as multi-purpose cash disbursements, winter preparation, aid distribution, provision of psychosocial support and livelihoods.
• Ensure timely implementation responsibilities for monetary transactions in the Red Rose and deduplication systems.
• Ensure regular visits to project implementation facilities to provide support to partners on project implementation and program quality control.
• Identify and report to the project and program manager on risks or challenges associated with project implementation and propose corrective measures.
• Participate in post-project implementation data analysis and provide suggestions for adaptation of the program.
• In coordination with the head of projects and programs, collaborate with the partner to identify the most vulnerable communities through interaction with local authorities and coordination platforms and ensure that there is no duplication of assistance.
• Ensure that all documentation and records related to the registration of beneficiaries are periodically updated, taking into account relevant information about all aid distributions carried out.
• Work closely with the staff of the monitoring department, evaluation, accounting and professional development (MEAL); monitor all activities, monitor and control daily progress, respond to complaints and suggestions from project participants, and collect information for sharing with other employees. 
• Represent WHH/JERU in regional clusters and technical working groups in coordination with the Head of Projects and Programs. 
• Be proactive in accumulating knowledge and understanding issues of integration of protection, security and socio-legal protection in humanitarian emergencies.
• Perform other duties assigned by the project and program manager to ensure timely and effective program implementation. 
• Promote safety and environmental awareness and adhere to all applicable safety and environmental procedures and regulations. 
• Contribute and actively participate in quality improvement processes. 
• Observe labor discipline, occupational health and safety rules, fire protection requirements, industrial sanitation and occupational hygiene rules, rules and instructions on safety and environmental protection.

Qualification requirements

• The level of command of the English language in oral and written form is from average to free.
• Understanding the mechanisms of coordination of humanitarian aid in Ukraine.
• Experience of working in NGOs and implementing projects together with nationalpartners.
• Experience in the implementation of projects and emergency response programs.
• Knowledge of labor discipline, occupational health and safety regulations, fire protection requirements, industrial sanitation and hygiene rules.
• Knowledge of the MS Office package.

What we offer:

• Official employment under an employment contract
• Competitive salary level
• Health insurance
• English language courses
• Paid vacation - 29 calendar days per year.
• Trial period - 3 months.

The organization reserves the right to close this vacancy early if a suitable candidate is identified. Welthungerhilfe values ​​diversity and provides an inclusive, non-discriminatory work environment. We accept applications from suitably qualified people from all walks of life, including people with disabilities.

Dear candidate, by submitting an application, you consent to the processing of personal data in accordance with the Law of Ukraine "On the Protection of Personal Data"