Children &Youth Protection and Development Coordinator

Founded in 1933, the International Rescue Committee (www.rescue.org) is a world leader in relief, rehabilitation, protection, post-conflict development, resettlement services and advocacy for those uprooted or affected by violent conflict and oppression. The IRC has long-term programs based in Baghdad and Erbil, as well as emergency response programs supporting Syrian refugees.

SCOPE OF WORK: The Children and Youth, Protection and Development (CYPD) coordinator is responsible for the overall management and monitoring of Children and Youth programming in Iraq covering education, livelihoods and child protection. This includes sector strategy development, proposal development, technical oversight, staff management and development, administrative supervision, budget management, grants compliance and local partner relations. The CYPD Coordinator will be based in Erbil and is expected to travel a minimum of 50% of her/his time to project locations, taking into consideration IRC’s Iraq security protocols.

RESPONSIBILITIES:                 

New business developmentCoordinate the expansion of education programming in close collaboration with the education team, DDP and the Child and Youth Protection and Development (CYPD) Technical Unit.Design and develop concept notes and proposals for new programming.

Program management and implementation

Ensure that all interventions are in compliance with the IRC’s program framework, international CYPD and educational standards and national policies.Ensure that programs are in line with INEE Minimum Standards and SPHERE Protection Standards.Oversee implementation of CYPD especially education programs, management of budgets (budget forecasting, development of spending plans and budget follow-up) and reporting in accordance with IRC and donor regulations.Promptly identify and recommend solutions to technical issuesCollaborate closely with other program departments and support departments. Other duties as assigned by the supervisor to enable and develop IRC programs

Grant Monitoring & Reporting

Undertake regular field monitoring visits to assess progress and identify technical quality issues and/or other implementation issues, provide solutions and implement modifications as required.Ensure that monitoring and evaluation systems are developed (including indicator tracking sheets) and implemented in all education programs, that activity, output and effect data are captured in an accurate and efficient manner, and that programs are continually tailored to optimize quality.Work with education staff to design robust monitoring tools for remote monitoring and ensure program quality including education achievement measurements.Ensure all monitoring activities are fully documented, including systematic and timely data collection as required under the grant and for IRC M&E purposesProduce/contribute to IRC and donor reports as per set schedules (monthly, quarterly and annually) on grant activities, indicators and achievements.

Representation and coordination

Build strong relationships with Education Ministry officials, donors and other stakeholders, establishing IRC as a key actor in Education and other CYPD sectors.Serve on coordinating bodies and represent IRC CYPD in relevant stakeholder meetings.

Staff Supervision & Development

Work closely with staff from various programmatic and operational teams to deliver high quality activities at the community level.Maintain open and professional relations with other refugee response programs, promoting a strong team spirit and providing oversight and guidance to enable staff to successfully perform in their positions.Ensure timely completion and submission of monthly timesheets, probations reviews and annual performance reviews.Manage education teams, providing continuous support and ensuring capacity building of staff. .Discuss job expectations, set objectives and provide appropriate and timely feedback regarding performance, including timely implementation of the annual staff performance management system.Clearly define the training needs of direct reports and ensure they are able to access training and professional development resources appropriate to their skill gaps/needs.Maintain open and professional relations with team members, promoting a strong team spirit and providing oversight and guidance to enable staff to successfully perform in their positions including staff development plans.Lead with commitment, integrity and accountability to the “IRC Way” –  Global Standards for Professional Conduct

Professional Standards

All IRC staff are required to adhere to THE IRC Way Standards for Professional Conduct and the IRC country employment policies.

REQUIREMENTS:

Advanced university degree in education or a related field.Understanding of policy issues and technical experience in areas of primary, non-formal, and emergency education as well as teacher training & psycho-social support.At least three – six years of international experience in education, including experience in emergency or post-conflict project management.Demonstrated experience in CYPD related fieldStrong strategic thinking and proposal writing skillsStrong leadership, staff management and capacity building skills.Excellent communication skills, cultural sensitivity, flexibility, ability to improvise, team player.Ability to live and productively work under stress and in insecure and harsh environments while maintaining a sense of humor.

SPECIFIC SECURITY SITUATION/HOUSING: The security situation in Iraq remains fluid and unpredictable. Candidates may expect periods of insecurity, periodic suspensions of, or restrictions in, program operation and/or field travel, and high levels of volatility in the operating environment.

IRC leading the way from harm to home. 

IRC is an Equal Opportunity Employer.
IRC considers all applicants on the basis of merit without regard to race, sex, color, national origin, religion, sexual orientation, age, marital status, veteran status or disability.

   

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