Created in 1993, ACTED is an international non-governmental organization pursuing a dual mandate of emergency response and development interventions in 40 of some of the world’s most vulnerable countries affected by conflicts, disasters or socio-economic hardship. With a team of 7,000 national staff and 400 international staff, ACTED implements 500 projects a year to support more than 20 million beneficiaries, notably in hard-to-reach areas.

ACTED goes to the last mile through programs and approaches that look beyond the immediate emergency towards opportunities for longer term livelihood reconstruction and sustainable development. Guided by the motto “Think Local, Act Global” and its 3Zero –Zero Exclusion, Zero Carbon, and Zero Poverty – strategy, ACTED puts local territories at the centre and provides a tailored support to local needs.

ACTED Burkina Faso

ACTED has been present in Burkina Faso since early 2019, providing humanitarian assistance in the North and Sahel (Soum) regions. We aim to provide multisectoral emergency response to displaced families and vulnerable host communities through WASH and livelihood distributions (non-food items and cash transfers), in close coordination with the humanitarian community. These activities are part of a broader stabilisation programme, in line with ACTED’s commitment to the Humanitarian Nexus, while replicating our regional approach implemented also in Mali and Niger.

You will be in charge of

The Technical Coordinator is responsible for the provision of coordination and support as well as strategic planning and technical guidance on activities. He/She plays a leading role in providing technical inputs to the strategy and project development at the local and national level. Moreover, he/she supports the Project Teams in the planning, design, implementation, supervision, and potential expansion/development and administration of technica interventions.

Main duties

1.External Positioning

External RelationsProject Development

2.Internal Technical Support and Coordination

CoordinationTechnical LeadershipStaff Capacity Building

Expected skills and qualifications

Degree in relevant field of expertise;At least 5 years of experience in project implementation on the field, preferably in an international context;Being a strong team player;Familiarity with the aid system, and ability to understand donor and governmental requirement;Excellent communication and drafting skills;Ability to coordinate and manage staff and project activities;Proven ability to work creatively and independently both in the field and in the office;Ability to organize and plan effectively;Ability to work with culturally diverse groups of people;Ability to travel and work in difficult conditions and under pressure;Fluent English skills required;Knowledge of local language and/or regional experience is an asset.

Conditions

Salary between 2350and 2550€ monthly (before income tax), depending on the level of education, security level, etc as well as a monthly living allowance of $300Accommodation and food provided in ACTED guesthousePension, health insurance, life insurance and repatriation assistance (& unemployment insurance for EU citizens)Flight tickets every 6 months & visa fees coveredContribution to the luggage transportation: up to 100 kgs, depending on the length of the contractR&R every 3 months, flight tickets covered up to $500 and allowance of $200Annual leave of 25 to 43 days per yearOne week pre-departure training in ACTED HQ, including a 3-days in situ security trainingTax advice (free 30-minute call with a tax consultant)Psychological assistance

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