Coordinatrice ou Coordinateur Déploiement Polaris

Job Posting Organization:
Action contre la Faim, established in 1979, is an international non-governmental organization dedicated to combating hunger worldwide. Its humanitarian principles—independence, neutrality, non-discrimination, free and direct access to victims, professionalism, and transparency—have defined its identity for 45 years. The organization's mission is to save lives by eliminating hunger through the prevention, detection, and treatment of undernutrition, particularly during and after emergencies related to conflicts and natural disasters. Action contre la Faim coordinates its programs across seven areas of activity: Nutrition and Health, Mental Health and 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 and Livelihoods, Water, Sanitation and Hygiene, Advocacy, Climate, and Research. In 2024, Action contre la Faim assisted over 26 million people in 57 countries worldwide, showcasing its extensive reach and commitment to humanitarian efforts. For more information, visit www.actioncontrelafaim.org.

Job Overview:
The role of the Coordinator for the Deployment of Polaris involves ensuring the effective implementation of the financing plan component of Polaris in country offices and guaranteeing the sustainability of training and support systems for users. This position requires a proactive approach to organizing and facilitating the deployment of Polaris in country offices, training new users in the regions and country offices, and providing functional support to users of the tool. Additionally, the coordinator will be responsible for making available the documentation related to the use of the tool and associated processes. The position is crucial for enhancing the operational efficiency of the organization by ensuring that all users are well-equipped and supported in utilizing the Polaris system effectively.

Duties and Responsibilities:

• Organize and ensure the deployment of Polaris in country offices, coordinating with local teams to facilitate a smooth transition.
• Conduct training sessions for new users of Polaris in various regions and country offices, ensuring they are well-versed in the tool's functionalities.
• Provide ongoing functional support to users, addressing any issues or questions that arise during the use of the tool.
• Develop and distribute comprehensive documentation regarding the use of Polaris and the associated processes to ensure all users have access to necessary resources.
• Collaborate with the Service Manager for Tools, Training, and Projects to align deployment strategies with organizational goals.
• Monitor the effectiveness of the training and support provided, making adjustments as necessary to improve user experience and tool utilization.
• Engage with stakeholders to gather feedback on the deployment process and user experience, using this information to enhance future training and support initiatives.

Required Qualifications:
Candidates must possess a higher education degree in financial management and have at least 2 years of field experience in a Finance Manager role, responsible for the financial oversight of a country office. Technical skills required include knowledge of budget cycles, project tracking, commitment and cash accounting, donor reporting standards, pedagogical engineering, and project management. Additionally, candidates should demonstrate advanced proficiency in Excel and possess strong pedagogical skills, effective communication abilities, and problem-solving capabilities. Experience working in an international environment is essential, and fluency in English, both spoken and written, is mandatory.

Educational Background:
A higher education degree in financial management or a related field is required for this position. This educational background should provide the necessary theoretical knowledge and practical skills to manage financial operations effectively within an international NGO context.

Experience:
The position requires a minimum of 2 years of relevant field experience, specifically in a role that involves financial management and oversight within a country office. This experience should include direct involvement in budget management, financial reporting, and project financial tracking, demonstrating the candidate's ability to handle the complexities of financial operations in a humanitarian setting.

Languages:
Fluency in English is mandatory for this position, both in oral and written communication. Knowledge of additional languages may be considered an asset but is not explicitly required.

Additional Notes:
The employment status for this position is classified as cadre intégré, with a fixed-term contract lasting 7 months until December 31, 202

• The role is full-time, based in Montreuil (Seine-Saint-Denis). The salary ranges from €41,000 to €50,000 gross annually, depending on experience. Benefits include 25 days of annual leave and 21 RTT days, health coverage with 80% paid by ACF, salary maintenance provisions for illness, maternity, and paternity, transportation allowances covering 50% of the commuting costs, and meal vouchers with 60% coverage by the organization. Telework options are available, with no mandatory in-person presence required except for collective meetings and integration days. ACF is committed to inclusivity and actively fights against all forms of discrimination.