About us
Desired start date: ASAP
Duration of the mission: 5 Months
Location: Saida, Lebanon
SOLIDARITES INTERNATIONAL (SI) is an international humanitarian aid association which, since more than 40 years, has been providing assistance to populations affected by armed conflicts and natural disasters by meeting their basic needs for food, water and shelter. Particularly committed to the fight against diseases linked to unsafe water, the leading cause of death in the world, SI’s interventions provide expertise in the field of access to drinking water, sanitation and hygiene promotion, but also in the essential area of food security and livelihoods. Present in 26 countries, the SI teams – 3200 people in total, made up of expatriates, national staff, permanent staff at HQ, and a few volunteers – intervene with professionalism and commitment while respecting cultural norms.
The mission
Lebanon hosts about 1.5 million Syrian refugees, mainly in its Northern governorates (Akkar and Tripoli) and in the Bekaa Valley. SI has been working in Lebanon since March 2013, to address the immediate needs of both Syrian refugees and Lebanese citizens affected by the crisis. In recent years, SI has transitioned to more integrated programs, and now addresses basic needs such as WASH, Shelter, Health and protection (the 2 latter through partnerships). In 2020, SI Lebanon started an ambitious DRRM project which aims at developing a river-basin integrated model to prevent, prepare for and respond to emergencies such as floods. In 2021, SI Lebanon started a WASH project to work with local Water authorities (North Lebanon Water Establishment) to improve the functioning of water supply networks. SI is also addressing the consequences of the Beirut Blast response through a two-phased project to rehabilitate damaged dwelling units and public spaces (in partnership with the Lebanese and French Red Cross).
Job description
SIZING OF THE TEAM ON THE BASE / IN COORDINATION : 1 International staff, 15 national employees
ISSUES AND SPECIFIC CHALLENGES : Massive security/access challenges in South Lebanon. Implementation of activities to be done in emergency mode. Funding for the base so far secured only for the next 6 months
PRIORITIES ON THE 2-3 FIRST MONTHS : Ensure SI’s access to hard-to-reach areas remains high and potentially increases. Supervise timely and correct implementation of emergency activities.
SECURITY CONSTRAINTS : The position is based in Saida, where security has been generally fine since the ceasfire of April 17. However, in areas South of Saida district security is shaky due to frequent IDF air, drone and artillery strikes
Your profile
DIPLOMAS : Bachelor’s degree in Relevant Field
EXPERIENCE IN THE HUMANITARIAN SECTOR : 3 / 4 years
EXPERIENCE ON SIMILAR POSITION : 3 / 4 years
TECHNICAL SKILLS :
1. Sound security and access management
2. Strong staff management skills
3. Capacity to follow up programmes’ implementation (BFU, activities)
TRANSVERSAL SKILLS :
1. Highly organized with the ability to prioritize multi tasks effectively
2. Experience in management of diverse teams
3. Able to work autonomously, with strong time-management skills
4. Excellent communication skills (written and verbal)
5. Strong team Management and teamwork abilities
6. Ability to perform effectively under pressure and in challenging context
7. Detail-oriented and solution-oriented
8. Strong Computer skills is essential
SI will offer you
A salaried position:
According to experience, starting from EUR 3080 gross per month (2800 base salary + 10% annual leave allowance paid monthly) and a monthly Per Diem of USD 750.
SI also covers accommodation costs and travel expenses between the expatriate’s country of origin and the place of assignment.
Breaks: During the assignment, a system of alternation between work and time off is implemented at the rate of 7 working days every two months (with a USD 850 break allowance, allocated by Sl). To these breaks periods, SI grants one (1) additional rest day per month worked.
Insurance package: Expatriates benefit from an insurance package which refunds all healthcare expenses (including medical and surgical expenses, dental care and ophthalmological expenses, repatriation) and a welfare system including war risks. Essential vaccination and antimalarial treatment costs are refunded.
LIVING CONDITIONS:
Guesthouse in Saida. Private room with bathroom. Big common area and balcony. Functioning Wi-fi. Proximity with restaurants, supermarkets in Saida.
How to apply
Do you recognize yourself in this description? If yes, please send us your CV and cover letter : Déposer votre candidature – SOLIDARITÉS INTERNATIONAL
Please note that CV-only applications will not be considered, and that the vacancy may close before the deadline.
Thank you for your understanding.
To learn more about Sl: www.solidarites.org
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Solidarités International (SI) is determined to prevent and fight all type of abuse – all act of exploitation, abuse and/or sexual harassment (SEAH) against members of beneficiary communities or collaborators, fraud, corruption, violation of persons and/or property, funding of activities harmful to human rights – that could be perpetrated in the frame of its interventions. SI implements a zero-tolerance policy regarding acts of abuse, notably acts of SEAH.
Solidarités International is an equitable employer committed to find all forms of discrimination. SI will ever ask for any remuneration to take part in a recruitment process.