Field Coordinator

Job Description

Title: Field Coordinator

Company Name: International Development Enterprises (iDE)

Vacancy: 1

Job Location: Moulvibazar, Sylhet, Habiganj (Nabiganj)

Employment Status: Full-time

Educational Requirements:
∎ Master's in Business Administration/ Management/ Agriculture

Experience Requirements:
∎ 5 to 7 year(s)

Job Context:
∎ iDE Bangladesh is looking for a qualified Field Coordinator for the anticipated Enterprise Development Project.
∎ The Field Coordinator will carry overall responsibility of field office management, administration, finance, coordination, communication and successful implementation of the project in order to achieve the project objectives; he/she supervises and oversees tasks of field employees, provide appropriate guideline to the staffs and ensure everyone works as effectively as possible in the field. The FC is responsible for maintaining all the field rules and policies, evaluating the performance of field staffs, responding to on-call tasks and responsibilities, handling the needs and concerns of every field staff and giving support to the employees under their supervision, (s)he will lead in planning and provide operational guidance to the field teams and other stakeholders to achieve the best results possible; (s)he is also monitor progress for overall implementation of field interventions. The FC will represent the project at multiple levels, ensuring productive stakeholder relationships with the private sector, public sector, associates partners, local government, media personnels, different enterprises, local manufacture & supplier and communities. He/S also regular monitoring & evaluation of the project manage donor funds and prepare financial & other relevant reports in line with donor requirements and iDE regulations.
∎ Reporting Line: Senior Manager - Enterprise Development

Job Responsibilities:
∎ The responsibilities of the Field Coordinator include but are not limited to the descriptions below.
∎ The FC will be responsible for the effective execution of the project interventions/activities under the area of field office that will include supervision of project staff, administration and coordination with stakeholders, relevant market actors, public and private organizations
∎ Ensuring program implementation through results-based management, good coordination and communication amongst the team members implementing different activities and also implementing realistic and consistent work plans established in consultation with the program team
∎ Maintain budgetary control of expenditure and prepare financial reports in line with donor requirements and iDE regulations
∎ Support the finance team in reviewing monthly financial expenses and Receipt and Payment maintaining organizational policy
∎ Ensure appropriate, effective and efficient utilization of resources, logistics and project materials to field staff and others, following the iDE-B administrative, financial, vehicle and other policies and regulations properly.
∎ Assist Project Manager in program oversight, technical, administrative, operational, and logistical management of the activity
∎ S/he will provide leadership in planning and implementation of field operation by building and motivating team members to achieve the results adhering to the milestones;
∎ Establish and develop relationships with Private Sector actors and Business Development Services (BDS) providers to identify and promote enterprise development
∎ Lead in planning, market assessment and programmatic guidance for the project staff, partners, Village Development Organization members/leaders and other stakeholders according to project guidelines and donor requirements;
∎ Oversee project monitoring & evaluation and ensure adherence to reporting requirements; Monitor progress and capturing best practices, critical analysis and generate reports as required; provide feedback to the field team and updates the iDE senior management team and project manager on a regular basis
∎ Facilitate to promote the positive image of the project initiatives through capacity building, employment creation including generating support from local & national stakeholders and connecting with local media

Additional Requirements:
∎ Work Experience:
∎ Minimum 5-7 years' experience working in implementing market development projects with minimum 4 years in a managerial position
∎ Key Competencies:
∎ Demonstrated an ability to manage financial and administrative systems; excellent project management skills; leadership and operational capabilities which resulted in achievement of targets;
∎ Considerable understanding and knowledge of rural markets, trading relationships, rural service provision, Market value chain approaches to market development, sub-sector analysis, role of the private sector, government and civil society/NGOs in creating an effective service market
∎ Prior experience working in the context of various donor funded agricultural development projects;
∎ Demonstrated an ability to coordinate and collaborate effectively with various stakeholders including government agencies, research and private sector service providers;
∎ High quality of written and spoken both Bangla and English with an ability to produce regular qualitative narrative reports, proficient in the use of Microsoft Office including Excel, Power-point and Word.
∎ Self -reliant, ability to work independently and effectively in a multi-cultural environment and willingness to work under pressure in remote areas
∎ Personal Qualities:
∎ Self-motivated, energetic and team player
∎ Good analytical and problem solving skills; ability to think creatively and encourage field staff to take initiative
∎ Prepared to undertake frequent field visits and extensive travel
∎ Ability to adapt and work with all genders, religions, nationalities and ages
∎ Other Information and Conditions:
∎ The FC must agree to be a regular staff of iDE.
∎ The remuneration package, work days and deliverables might be change based on negotiation among iDE management and the contract.
∎ iDE reserve rights to terminate this agreement at any time with the consultation of the employee as per HR policy.

Application Deadline: January 18, 2020

Company Information:
∎ International Development Enterprises (iDE)

Category: NGO/Development