Acción Contra el Hambre

The Food Security and Livelihoods (FSL) Officer (Cross-Cutting) is responsible for the planning, implementation, supervision, monitoring, and reporting of food security and livelihoods activities across multiple thematic areas. These include hot meals/community kitchens, fresh food distribution, dry food distribution, and support to vulnerable populations such as new mothers and internally displaced persons (IDPs). The Officer will work closely with the FSL Head of Project and other team members to ensure that interventions are effectively coordinated, culturally appropriate, and aligned with Action Against Hunger's policies and standards. 

Objective 1: Planning and Implementation of FSL Activities

• Program Coordination:

• Develop detailed activity plans and schedules for FSL interventions in the Middle Area and South Gaza.
• Coordinate the implementation of food assistance programs, including fresh food distribution in hospitals, food parcel distribution, and provision of cooked meals.
• Ensure that activities are conducted in line with Action Against Hunger's methodologies and donor requirements.

• Beneficiary Identification and Engagement:

• Lead the process of beneficiary selection, ensuring strict adherence to targeting criteria.
• Conduct needs assessments and community consultations to identify vulnerable populations, including new mothers, IDPs, and families affected by malnutrition.
• Engage with community leaders, local authorities, and other stakeholders to mobilize communities and inform them about project objectives and activities.

• Hot Meals and Community Kitchens:

• Oversee the setup and management of community kitchens or partnerships with local restaurants.
• Ensure that meals are nutritious, culturally appropriate, and prepared according to health and safety standards.
• Monitor meal production, quality control, and distribution processes.

• Fresh Food Distribution:

• Coordinate the distribution of fresh food baskets to hospitals, targeting pregnant and lactating women.
• Liaise with local farmers, suppliers, and logistics teams to source fresh produce.
• Ensure the quality and freshness of food items during transportation and distribution.

• Food Parcel Distribution:

• Manage the distribution of food parcels to targeted households, ensuring equitable access.
• Coordinate with logistics for the procurement and delivery of food items.
• Monitor distributions to prevent duplication and overlap with other actors.

Objective 2: Monitoring, Evaluation, and Reporting

• Monitoring and Supervision:

• Conduct regular field visits to monitor program activities and provide technical support.? 
• Supervise FSL Assistants and field staff, ensuring adherence to implementation plans.
• Monitor the use of inputs and resources to ensure efficiency and accountability. 

• Data Collection and Analysis:

• Collect and analyze data on program outcomes, beneficiary feedback, and community needs.
• Use data to inform program adjustments and improvements.
• Ensure that data collection methods are compliant with MEAL (Monitoring, Evaluation, Accountability, and Learning) standards.

• Reporting:

• Prepare timely and accurate reports on program activities, challenges, and achievements.
• Document lessons learned, best practices, and success stories.
• Contribute to donor reports and internal reporting requirements.

Objective 3: Coordination and Representation

• Stakeholder Engagement:

• Coordinate with local authorities, NGOs, UN agencies, and other stakeholders to ensure alignment and avoid duplication.
• Represent Action Against Hunger in relevant coordination forums, such as the Food Security Cluster and working groups.

• Community Partnerships:

• Identify and scope potential community partnerships to enhance program reach and sustainability.? 
• Collaborate with local organizations, community groups, and service providers.

• Communication:

• Ensure effective communication with beneficiaries, addressing concerns and feedback.
• Promote awareness of program activities and objectives within the community.

Objective 4: Administrative and Financial Support

• Budget Management:

• Assist in the development and monitoring of program budgets.
• Ensure that expenditures are in line with budget allocations and donor guidelines.

• Procurement and Logistics: 

• Coordinate with logistics and procurement teams for the timely acquisition of goods and services.? 
• Provide technical specifications and support supplier evaluations.

• Compliance:

• Ensure that all program activities comply with Action Against Hunger's policies, donor regulations, and local laws.
• Maintain accurate records and documentation for audit purposes.

Objective 5: Capacity Building and Team Management

• Staff Supervision:

• Supervise and support FSL Assistants and other field staff.
• Provide coaching, mentoring, and performance evaluations.? 

• Training and Development:

• Identify capacity-building needs and organize training sessions for staff and partners.
• Promote knowledge sharing and learning within the team.

Objective 6: Cross-Cutting Issues

• Gender and Protection Mainstreaming:

• Ensure that gender equality and protection principles are integrated into all program activities.
• Promote inclusive programming that addresses the needs of diverse demographic groups.

• Flexibility and Adaptability:

• Adapt program strategies and activities in response to changing contexts and needs.
• Remain flexible to work in different locations and support various program components as required.

• University degree in Social Sciences, Development Studies, Economics, Agriculture, or a related field.

• Strong understanding of FSL concepts and programming.

• Knowledge of monitoring and evaluation methodologies.

• Proficiency in project management, including planning, budgeting, and reporting.

• Excellent communication and interpersonal skills.

• Strong leadership and team management skills.

• Ability to work under pressure and in challenging environments.

• Minimum 3 years of experience in implementing food security and livelihoods programs.

• Experience in managing food assistance interventions, including fresh food and cooked meal distributions.

• Previous experience working with NGOs or international organizations in humanitarian contexts. 

• Experience in community mobilization and stakeholder engagement.

• Fluency in reading, writing, and speaking Arabic.

• Proficiency in English is required.

• Microsoft Office 365, Basic-Intermediate Excel.

• National, Middle Area/South Gaza.

We offer immediate Incorporation into a multicultural, professional, and innovative organization with the possibility of participating in projects with high social impact.

• Contract Length: 8 months.

• Based in: Middle Area/South Gaza.

• Salary: according to Action Against Hunger salary scale.

• We provide workman compensation and health insurance.

• In addition, Action Against Hunger covers food and transportation allowances for a fully worked month.

• Emotional care service at the service of the employee and family.

• 21 days holidays for year. 

Action Against Hunger is an equal opportunities employer. Women are encouraged to apply for this position. 

Action Against Hunger has a commitment to protect all persons we come into contact with through our work, including children and At-Risk adults. Action Against Hunger has ZERO TOLERANCE towards all forms of harm and abuse, including sexual abuse and sexual exploitation. We take concerns and complaints relating to Safeguarding issues involving our Staff, Associated Personnel, Partners and Suppliers very seriously and will take action to vigorously investigate and manage any violations or alleged violations of our policies. 

Applications will be accepted up to and including 03rd January 25 

Only those candidates pre-selected for a test and an interview will be contacted. 

Note. - Given the urgency of this position, the vacancy may close before the deadline. For more information about this position, visit our website www.accioncontraelhambre.org. In case you do not find the job advertisement published here, it means that the selection process has been closed.