Field Operations Assistant (LPG)

Responsibilities

1.    Assist in implementing IOM’s LPG programme, including data collection, distribution, community mobilization, fire safety, safe use of LPG equipment, and follow-up on cash-for-work activities in the field.
2.    Assist in conducting needs and gap assessments, disseminating LPG-related messages to beneficiaries, and ensuring crowd control and security measures during activities.
3.    Assist in providing technical support and guidance to households in implementing LPG activities in coordination with the field team.
4.    Collect and document the best practices through surveys, focus group discussions and key informants’ interviews.
5.    Collect accurate and updated data on the progress of the programmes and produce daily and weekly reports and other ad-hoc updates as required.
6.    Ensure the maintenance of project records, distribution lists, need assessment forms, beneficiary selection criteria, training attendance sheets, labor attendance sheets, and stock records and assist in compiling documents required for project implementation. 
7.    Support coordination in camps during project implementation, including supplier, Site Management and Site Development, Protection, Water, Sanitation and Hygiene related actors, as well as with government entities.
8.    Support in organizing field level meetings for staffs and volunteers as well as conducting specific training and orientation for the implementation of LPG activities for beneficiaries.
9.    Provide general guidance to third-party/cash for work personnel in the implementation of the above-mentioned activities in accordance with the programmes’ guiding documents and instructions.
10.    Strict adherence to IOM’s Code of Conduct, PSEA principles, and all related organizational policies and guidelines at all times. 
11.    Perform other duties as required and assigned.
12.    Perform any other duties as needed.
 

Qualifications

EDUCATION
•    High school diploma with three years of relevant experience; or,
•    Bachelor’s degree in Political or Social Sciences, International Relations, Development Studies, Migration Studies, Human Rights, Law, Engineering/Architecture/Planning, DRR/Environment or related fields from an accredited academic institution with one year of relevant professional experience.

EXPERIENCE 
•    Experience in humanitarian response programming, needs assessment, data collection & reporting, monitoring and review. 
•    Experience in distribution, training, community mobilization, and sensitization is an advantage
•    Prior work experience with international humanitarian organizations, non-government, or government institutions/organizations in a multi-cultural setting is an advantage.
•    Previous working experience on LPG operations in a humanitarian setting is an advantage.
 

SKILLS 
•    In-depth knowledge of distribution, community mobilization and sensitization activities, trainings on distribution, mobilization, DRR, fire safety, and security on safe cooking measures, technical guidance/follow-up.
•    Knowledge of Microsoft Office applications.
•    Knowledge on the use of IT gadgets, KOBO and Global Distribution Tool (GDT)platform.
 

LANGUAGES
Required 
Fluency in Bangla and Working knowledge in English (oral and written)
Local Chittagonian language will be considered an advantage
 

COMPETENCIES 
The incumbent is expected to demonstrate the following values and competencies:
Values - all IOM staff members must abide by and demonstrate these three values:
•    Inclusion and respect for diversity: respects and promotes individual and cultural differences; encourages diversity and inclusion wherever possible.
•    Integrity and transparency: maintains high ethical standards and acts in a manner consistent with organizational principles/rules and standards of conduct.
•    Professionalism: demonstrates ability to work in a composed, competent and committed manner and exercises careful judgment in meeting day-to-day challenges.
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Core Competencies – behavioural indicators level 1,2, or 3 (depending on grade)
•    Teamwork: develops and promotes effective collaboration within and across units to achieve shared goals and optimize results.
•    Delivering results: produces and delivers quality results in a service-oriented and timely manner; is action oriented and committed to achieving agreed outcomes.
•    Managing and sharing knowledge: continuously seeks to learn, share knowledge and innovate.
•    Accountability: takes ownership for achieving the Organization’s priorities and assumes responsibility for own action and delegated work.
•    Communication: encourages and contributes to clear and open communication; explains complex matters in an informative, inspiring and motivational way.

If direct reports (10th row above) for SES is greater than zero, then the managerial competencies below are inserted.
Managerial Competencies – behavioural indicators level 2 or 3 (depending on grade)
•    Leadership: provides a clear sense of direction, leads by example and demonstrates the ability to carry out the organization’s vision; assists others to realize and develop their potential.
•    Empowering others & building trust: creates an atmosphere of trust and an enabling environment where staff can contribute their best and develop their potential.
•    Strategic thinking and vision: works strategically to realize the Organization’s goals and communicates a clear strategic direction.