Specialist in work with communities (FOP) in Rokada, BF BO

BO BF "ROKADA" is looking for a specialist in working with communities (FOP)
Lviv, Vinnytsia, Dnipropetrovsk regions.

Basic duties:

1. Analytics and research in communities

• Conducting surveys, interviews, focus groups and data collection in each of the three target communities of the region. 
• Mapping of key stakeholders: local self-government bodies, social services, TsNAPy, CZ, NGOs, educational and medical institutions, business associations, diaspora initiatives. 
• Analysis of the needs of the local population, returnees and IDPs. 
• Identifying barriers to access to services, housing, employment, education, medicine and inclusion. 

2. Organization and moderation of events

• Conducting round tables, dialogue sessions, public consultations in communities. 
• Facilitating discussions, ensuring inclusiveness and participation of different population groups. 
• Preparation of analytical conclusions and recommendations. 

3. Support of social innovation pilots

• Helping communities in the development, launch and support of local social innovations. 
• Preparation of descriptions, plans and requirements for implementation of pilots. 
• Coordination of purchase requests (together with the project team). 
• Supporting the implementation of pilots on the ground: from preparation to launch and monitoring. Regular collection of photo, video and text materials about the progress of the pilots. 
• Trainings and educational events Identification of local training needs based on data and consultations. 
• Organization of trainings, workshops, educational sessions (online/offline).
• Logistics coordination: invitation of participants, preparation of premises, materials, technical support. 
• Cooperation with trainers and project experts. 
• Gathering feedback, preparing short training reports. 
• Supporting communities in creating a local core of trainers (ToT). 

4. Communication and coordination

• Establishing effective cooperation with representatives of local self-government bodies and state institutions (social protection, education, health care, TsNAPy, etc.). 
• Cooperation with initiative groups, civil society organizations (CSOs) andLondon associations. 
• Constant communication with local authorities, services and partners and the central project team. Participation in planning, coordination meetings and exchange events. 

5. Reporting

• Preparation of monthly reports on completed works. 
• Providing supporting documentation: lists of participants, photos, videos, event programs, pilot reports. 
• Maintenance of internal documentation as required. 

6. Requirements for the candidate

• Status of FOP or willingness to issue it quickly.
• Full higher education in the fields of social work, psychology, pedagogy, administration/management or related areas. 
• Experience of working in communities, humanitarian or social projects, local self-government - from 2 years. 
• Experience in organizing group discussions, trainings, public events, consultations, facilitation. 
• Analytical, communication skills, ability to work with different population groups. 
• Willingness to regularly visit the three target communities of the region. 
• Desirable: work experience in international projects.
• Advantage: having your own car for trips around the region. 

Responses will be sent only to those selected for an interview 

ROCADA Charitable Foundation does not tolerate sexual harassment, exploitation, violence and abuse of power, and this is a key requirement for all team members. All shortlisted candidates will be screened against these standards.