Job Description
Job Posting Organization:
The Danish Refugee Council (DRC) has been actively responding to various humanitarian crises in Lebanon since its establishment in 200
Job Overview:
The CCCM Assistant position is crucial for district-level coordination and management of collective shelters as part of a project funded by the Lebanon Humanitarian Fund (LHF). The role emphasizes Site Management and Coordination (SMC) while integrating protection mainstreaming across all activities. The CCCM Assistant will be responsible for site monitoring, service mapping, community engagement, information management, and strengthening community structures. This position requires close collaboration with Protection, Gender-Based Violence (GBV), and Child Protection teams to ensure comprehensive, community-led responses. The CCCM Assistant will also support shelter care and maintenance activities, conduct safety audits, establish and train community committees, and implement functional Complaints and Feedback Mechanisms (CFMs). This is a field-based role that necessitates daily presence in collective shelters across Beirut, Mount Lebanon, and potentially other Governorates, with extended periods spent in the field.
Duties and Responsibilities:
The CCCM Assistant will undertake a variety of duties and responsibilities, including: conducting regular site monitoring visits to assess needs, identify new arrivals, and detect gaps in service provision; ensuring effective referral and escalation of identified needs to relevant service providers and humanitarian coordination structures; developing and maintaining site-level service mapping to track ongoing services and referral pathways; conducting household-level registration and roster verification in collaboration with MoSA focal points; supporting site planning to ensure dignified living conditions for residents; escalating housing, land, and property (HLP) concerns to relevant authorities; maintaining networks of key informants at IDP sites for timely information flow; assisting in the registration of new IDPs and identifying their protection-related needs; supporting data collection exercises; ensuring the establishment of accessible information points in collective shelters; co-facilitating community-led safety audits; identifying site care and maintenance needs; maintaining existing committees and establishing new Site Management Committees (SMCs); coordinating with service providers and local authorities; attending sector coordination meetings; and preparing weekly work and movement plans for validation.
Required Qualifications:
To be considered for the CCCM Assistant position, candidates must possess a diploma or bachelor's degree in relevant fields such as civil engineering, architecture, or sociology. Previous experience working in the field with an international non-governmental organization (INGO) or United Nations (UN) agency in an emergency setting is essential. Candidates should have 0 to 1 years of experience in a similar role or related position. Basic computer skills, particularly in MS Word and MS Excel, are required, and familiarity with data collection tools such as Kobo is desirable. Experience in CCCM or community engagement is also beneficial. Professional working proficiency in the English language is mandatory.
Educational Background:
Candidates applying for the CCCM Assistant position should ideally have a diploma or bachelor's degree in a relevant field, such as civil engineering, architecture, or sociology. This educational background will provide the necessary foundation for understanding the complexities of site management, community engagement, and the technical aspects of shelter care and maintenance.
Experience:
The position requires candidates to have a minimum of 0 to 1 years of experience in a similar job or related role. This experience should ideally be gained in the context of working with an INGO or UN agency, particularly in emergency settings where rapid response and adaptability are crucial. Candidates should demonstrate familiarity with the challenges faced by displaced populations and the ability to work effectively in a team-oriented environment.
Languages:
The mandatory language requirement for this position is professional working proficiency in English. This proficiency is essential for effective communication with team members, stakeholders, and the communities served. While not mandatory, knowledge of additional languages relevant to the local context may be considered an asset, enhancing the ability to engage with diverse populations and facilitate community participation.
Additional Notes:
The CCCM Assistant position is offered on a contract basis for a duration of 7 months, with the contract expected to last until March 202
The Danish Refugee Council (DRC) has been actively responding to various humanitarian crises in Lebanon since its establishment in 200
- The organization has focused primarily on assisting Palestinian, Iraqi, and Syrian refugees, particularly in response to the Syrian refugee crisis that has significantly impacted Lebanon. DRC received official registration from the Ministry of Interior in 2011, which allowed it to enhance its operations in the country. With an annual portfolio of approximately $12 million and a dedicated workforce of over 200 staff members, DRC is committed to addressing critical humanitarian needs while improving living conditions for displaced populations. The organization operates in various regions, including Bekaa, North Lebanon, and Beirut, and is involved in protection and economic recovery sectors. DRC also contributes to evidence generation and coordination structures through its specialized teams.
Job Overview:
The CCCM Assistant position is crucial for district-level coordination and management of collective shelters as part of a project funded by the Lebanon Humanitarian Fund (LHF). The role emphasizes Site Management and Coordination (SMC) while integrating protection mainstreaming across all activities. The CCCM Assistant will be responsible for site monitoring, service mapping, community engagement, information management, and strengthening community structures. This position requires close collaboration with Protection, Gender-Based Violence (GBV), and Child Protection teams to ensure comprehensive, community-led responses. The CCCM Assistant will also support shelter care and maintenance activities, conduct safety audits, establish and train community committees, and implement functional Complaints and Feedback Mechanisms (CFMs). This is a field-based role that necessitates daily presence in collective shelters across Beirut, Mount Lebanon, and potentially other Governorates, with extended periods spent in the field.
Duties and Responsibilities:
The CCCM Assistant will undertake a variety of duties and responsibilities, including: conducting regular site monitoring visits to assess needs, identify new arrivals, and detect gaps in service provision; ensuring effective referral and escalation of identified needs to relevant service providers and humanitarian coordination structures; developing and maintaining site-level service mapping to track ongoing services and referral pathways; conducting household-level registration and roster verification in collaboration with MoSA focal points; supporting site planning to ensure dignified living conditions for residents; escalating housing, land, and property (HLP) concerns to relevant authorities; maintaining networks of key informants at IDP sites for timely information flow; assisting in the registration of new IDPs and identifying their protection-related needs; supporting data collection exercises; ensuring the establishment of accessible information points in collective shelters; co-facilitating community-led safety audits; identifying site care and maintenance needs; maintaining existing committees and establishing new Site Management Committees (SMCs); coordinating with service providers and local authorities; attending sector coordination meetings; and preparing weekly work and movement plans for validation.
Required Qualifications:
To be considered for the CCCM Assistant position, candidates must possess a diploma or bachelor's degree in relevant fields such as civil engineering, architecture, or sociology. Previous experience working in the field with an international non-governmental organization (INGO) or United Nations (UN) agency in an emergency setting is essential. Candidates should have 0 to 1 years of experience in a similar role or related position. Basic computer skills, particularly in MS Word and MS Excel, are required, and familiarity with data collection tools such as Kobo is desirable. Experience in CCCM or community engagement is also beneficial. Professional working proficiency in the English language is mandatory.
Educational Background:
Candidates applying for the CCCM Assistant position should ideally have a diploma or bachelor's degree in a relevant field, such as civil engineering, architecture, or sociology. This educational background will provide the necessary foundation for understanding the complexities of site management, community engagement, and the technical aspects of shelter care and maintenance.
Experience:
The position requires candidates to have a minimum of 0 to 1 years of experience in a similar job or related role. This experience should ideally be gained in the context of working with an INGO or UN agency, particularly in emergency settings where rapid response and adaptability are crucial. Candidates should demonstrate familiarity with the challenges faced by displaced populations and the ability to work effectively in a team-oriented environment.
Languages:
The mandatory language requirement for this position is professional working proficiency in English. This proficiency is essential for effective communication with team members, stakeholders, and the communities served. While not mandatory, knowledge of additional languages relevant to the local context may be considered an asset, enhancing the ability to engage with diverse populations and facilitate community participation.
Additional Notes:
The CCCM Assistant position is offered on a contract basis for a duration of 7 months, with the contract expected to last until March 202
- The designated duty station for this role includes Beirut, Bekaa, and North Lebanon. The anticipated start date for the position is September 1, 202
- Salary and conditions will be in accordance with the Danish Refugee Council’s Terms of Employment for Nationals. Interested applicants are required to upload a cover letter and an updated CV (no longer than four pages) in English, as applications sent via email will not be considered. The closing date for applications is August 19, 202
- For further information about the Danish Refugee Council, applicants are encouraged to consult the organization's website.
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