Support Departments Coordinator

Job Posting Organization:
Action contre la Faim (ACF) is a non-governmental organization established in 1979, dedicated to combating hunger worldwide. With a strong commitment to humanitarian principles such as independence, neutrality, non-discrimination, and professionalism, ACF has built a reputation over its 45 years of operation. The organization focuses on saving lives by addressing under-nutrition through prevention, detection, and treatment, particularly in emergency situations caused by conflicts or natural disasters. ACF operates in 57 countries and has provided aid to over 26 million people in 2024, emphasizing areas such as Nutrition and Health, Mental Health, psychosocial-support" style="border-bottom: 1px dotted #007bff !important;">Psychosocial Support, security" style="border-bottom: 1px dotted #007bff !important;">security" style="border-bottom: 1px dotted #007bff !important;">Food Security, Water, Sanitation, Hygiene, Advocacy, Climate, and Research. More information can be found on their website www.actioncontrelafaim.org.

Job Overview:
The Support Departments Coordinator will work under the supervision of the director" style="border-bottom: 1px dotted #007bff !important;">Country Director, playing a crucial role in coordinating the strategy of support departments and ensuring effective operational management across all support areas. This position involves representing and liaising with donors, authorities, UN agencies, and NGOs on behalf of the support departments. The coordinator will provide insights into HR, Finance, and Logistics constraints and opportunities, and will be responsible for following up on the management of HR, Finance, and Logistics rules. Additionally, the coordinator will act as the Country Director in their absence and will proactively support ACF's commitments to gender equality and child protection sensitivity. The role is vital for ensuring that the support departments function efficiently and effectively in alignment with ACF's mission and objectives.

Duties and Responsibilities:

• Coordinate the strategy of support departments, ensuring alignment with ACF's overall mission and objectives.
• Manage operational aspects of HR, Finance, and Logistics, ensuring compliance with organizational rules and regulations.
• Represent ACF in discussions with donors, authorities, and other stakeholders, advocating for the needs and priorities of the support departments.
• Provide strategic input on HR, Finance, and Logistics constraints and opportunities to management teams.
• Act as the Country Director in their absence, ensuring continuity of leadership and decision-making.
• Support the implementation of ACF's commitments to gender equality and child protection across all operations.
• Lead and motivate a multicultural team, fostering a collaborative and inclusive work environment.
• Monitor and evaluate the performance of support departments, identifying areas for improvement and implementing necessary changes.
• Ensure effective communication and coordination between support departments and field operations. 1
• Participate in training and capacity-building initiatives for staff in support departments.

Required Qualifications:
Candidates must hold either a Master's degree or a Bachelor's degree in a relevant discipline, complemented by substantial professional and international experience. A minimum of 5 years' experience in humanitarian and/or development aid is required, including at least 2 years in Finance, HR, or Logistics management, and 3 years in team leadership roles. Previous experience as a Field Coordinator or Head of Department in insecure contexts is highly desirable. Familiarity with ACF's financial, HR, and logistics systems and methodologies is an asset, as is experience in managing strategic partnerships. Strong leadership, motivational, diplomatic, negotiation, and decision-making skills are essential, along with the ability to work autonomously with minimal guidance.

Educational Background:
The position requires a Master's degree or a Bachelor's degree in a relevant field. This educational background should be complemented by substantial professional experience in the humanitarian sector, particularly in roles related to Finance, HR, or Logistics management.

Experience:
Candidates should have significant experience working with International Non-Governmental Organizations (INGOs), with a minimum of 5 years in humanitarian and/or development aid. This experience must include at least 2 years in management roles related to Finance, HR, or Logistics, and 3 years in leadership positions. Experience in insecure contexts and previous roles as a Field Coordinator or Head of Department are highly valued.

Languages:
Proficiency in professional English is mandatory, with strong written communication skills. Additional language skills may be beneficial but are not specified as mandatory for this position.

Additional Notes:
This position is a fixed-term contract under French legislation for 12 months. The monthly gross salary ranges from 2899 to 3376 euros, depending on experience, and includes a 13th-month payment. Non-French citizens will have their pension insurance reimbursed at 16% of the gross monthly salary. There is an annual salary increase of 6% after each 12 months of continuous contract. Additional benefits include a monthly per diem and living allowance of 681 euros net, a country allowance of 450 euros, and a cold allowance for winter equipment purchases up to 380 euros per year. Child allowance is available at 1500 euros per year per child, with a maximum of 6000 euros per year. Transportation and accommodation costs are covered, and ACF provides 100% medical coverage for health and repatriation insurance. Employees are entitled to 25 days of paid leave per year, 20 rest and recuperation days, and airfare reimbursement for chosen break destinations.