The International Federation of Red Cross and Red Crescent Societies (IFRC) is the world’s largest humanitarian organization, with a network of 192-member National Societies. The overall aim of the IFRC is “to inspire, encourage, facilitate, and promote at all times all forms of humanitarian activities by National Societies with a view to preventing and alleviating human suffering and thereby contributing to the maintenance and promotion of human dignity and peace in the world.” The IFRC works to meet the needs and improve the lives of vulnerable people before, during and after disasters, health emergencies and other crises.



The IFRC is part of the International Red Cross and Red Crescent Movement (Movement), together with its member National Societies and the International Committee of the Red Cross (ICRC). The work of the IFRC is guided by the following fundamental principles: humanity, impartiality, neutrality, independence, voluntary service, unity, and universality.



The IFRC is led by its Secretary General, and has its Headquarters in Geneva, Switzerland. The Headquarters are organized into three main Divisions: (i) National Society Development and Operations Coordination; (ii) Global Relations, Humanitarian Diplomacy and Digitalization; and (iii) Management Policy, Strategy and Corporate Services.



The IFRC has five regional offices in Africa, Americas, Asia Pacific, Middle East and North Africa, and Europe. The IFRC also has country cluster support team office delegation and country office delegations throughout the world. Together, the Geneva Headquarters and the field structure (regional, cluster and country) comprise the IFRC Secretariat.



The global impact of COVID-19 has already been significant, and it represents the most serious global health threat resulting from a respiratory virus, since the 1918 influenza pandemic. IFRC has been actively responding to the pandemic by focusing on both preparedness and response. The IFRC has launched a global appeal which focuses on preparedness and response across all regions. The IFRC’s Americas’ Region represents a Red Cross in each of the 35 Americas’ countries.? The Americas’ Regional Office based in Panama City, Panama has been providing support to Americas’ NS through its Country Cluster Support Teams Offices (CCSTO) and Country Offices (CO) in responding to the COVID19 pandemic.?



The?IFRC launched emergency appeals and DREF to support the Haitian Red Cross scale up their emergency response efforts to support people who are affected by the present crisis. Outpatient care, disease/outbreak prevention, health promotion, psychosocial support, shelter programs and community engagement and accountability are key components of the appeal. Support for the National Societies and appeals are managed from the America regional officed based in Panama.



An earthquake with a magnitude of 7.2 at a depth of 10.0 km (6.21 miles) has occurred at 13 km south-southeast of Petit Trou de Nippes, Haiti, as reported by the National Earthquake Information Center (NEIC) of the United States Geological Survey (USGS) on 14 August 2021, 16:02:56 GMT. Based on the preliminary data, earthquakes of this shallow of depth and magnitude are expected to result in moderate to severe shaking within 245.0 km (152.24 miles) from the epicenter. The US Tsunami Warning System issued a tsunami warning that was later rescinded. No tsunami threats are expected.



Early damage assessments indicate that at least 800,000 people could be directly exposed to minor to severe damages, including communication, access, security, loss of livelihoods, infrastructure, and health services could be impacted.

The HRCS has requested support from IFRC. In coordination between IFRC HQ and IFRC Regional Office, this emergency has now been categorized as Orange as per IFRC Standard Operating Procedures. The emergency categorization and scalability will be revised in the next 48 hours.

The earthquake struck during a current political crisis, which is ongoing since the president of Haiti was assassinated on 7 July 2021. In addition, according to the National Hurricane Center, Tropical Storm Grace, which formed in the eastern Caribbean the same morning, is on a path toward Haiti with possible landfall on Tuesday, 17 August 2021.



The CVA/Livelihoods Officer will be based in Les Cayes and report directly to the Field Coordinator and holds a technical line to the Regional CVA Delegate- ARO.





Job purpose

The Officer, together with the operation's staff, will play a key role in building the capacity of the Haitian Red cross on livelihoods, basic needs and CVA. In particular, they will support in the assessment, design and implementation of CVA programmes to respond to the current emergency (where feasible), responding to different sectoral and multisectoral needs (with a focus on Livelihoods for early recovery), in close collaboration with the Haitian Red Cross and the surge teams deployed by the RCRC Movement . This position will be based in Les Cayes

Programmatic overview:

Provide support on technical guidance to the HRC team and volunteers on the most appropriate response options and assistance mechanisms.

Support feasibility assessments to define the best modality of assistance (Cash, Vouchers, in kind, or a combination).

Support the design of CVA interventions, to respond to one or multiple sectoral needs, including Multipurpose Cash Assistance (MPCA). CVA for Shelter sectoral outputs will be prioritized during the first emergency phase. Market based programming might be explored. Develop clear, costed, time-bound and resource detailed implementation plans based on assessment findings.

Implement programmes related to CVA and Livelihoods and monitor accordingly (internally and externally, like markets, where needed). Coordinate with the relevant teams for all the steps needed in the project cycle (including procurement of FSP).

Ensure that all activities are carried out in a participatory, inclusive and non-discriminatory manner needs, social cohesion and cultural sensitivities including gender balance, age, most vulnerable populations; and those activities take into consideration issues around any local risks and hazards. Coordinate with RCRC Movement teams (surge, regional, PNS) and externally with relevant actors, including Coordination forums, such as the Cash Working Group, acting as CVA focal point.

Support M&E through response options analysis processes and work with Haitian Red Cross to identify the scope of programme interventions, and consequently support the design and budgeting to deliver early-stage programme plan of actions including associated tools.

In line with proven Movement best practice, contribute to Accountability and Community Engagement (CEA) activities by following the necessary quality standards defined by HRC and IFRC.

Capacity Building and Advocacy

Support HRC in the identification of trainings needs, and facilitation of trainings sessions for technical teams in various topics that could include; economic profiling, needs assessments, markets assessments, rural/urban livelihoods, market livelihood intervention and understanding of CVA skills development.

Build HRC capacity for CVA and livelihoods preparedness and programming through engagement with relevant staff and volunteers in headquarters and identified branches.

Identify skill gaps mainly within HRC for programme implementation and assist in the recruitment process for national staff where needed.

Support the Haitian Red Cross on the CVA response, in the framework of the Cash Preparedness agenda.

Education

University degree or higher in business administration, economics, finance or the social sciences or relevant professional experience.
Cash and Voucher assistance programming training.
Training in Emergency and Recovery Livelihoods Assessment (ERLA) or other livelihood Sustainable Framework training.

Experience

Minimum 3 years of professional experience (preferably in the implementation of CVA, livelihoods and basic needs programmes) in emergencies, recovery or development contexts

Experience in project management including planning (including budget), implementation and monitoring (tracking project progress, achievements and budget)

Experience in the implementation of CVA in emergencies.

Experience in designing and implementing vulnerability targeting systems, including appropriate technical methodologies and criteria

Experience in market analysis/assessment and relevant tools (e.g., RAM/MAG, EMMA)

Experience of working and coordinating with other stakeholders, local governmental authorities, partners, food suppliers, traders, …

Experience of working for the Red Cross Red Crescent Movement.

Knowledge and Skills

Good understanding of project cycle management, including M&E, reporting and budget management

Advanced computer skills (Windows, MS Office, Outlook, Internet, etc.)

Knowledge of data collection tools (KoBo, ODK, others)

Versatility and ability to adapt to different contexts and cultures
Commitment to teamwork

Languages

Fluent spoken and written English

Fluent spoken and written French. Haitian Creole

Competencies
Values:?Respect for diversity, Diversity, Professionalism and Accountability?
Core Competencies:?Communication;?Collaboration and Teamwork;?Judgement and Decision Making;?National Society and Customer Relations; Creativity and Innovation; Building Trust.???

Monday to Friday
8 a.m. to 5 p.m.

Applicants will need to send their applications together with a letter of motivation no later than the closing date. In order for us to assure a proper comparative evaluation of your application for this vacancy and to enable us to consider your profile against other similar current and future vacancies, we ask that you submit your application taking into account the following:





Important Note:











•?Please note that the selected candidate will be hired through an national contract in Haiti.





•?The incumbent is responsible to abide by Federation policies, procedures, plans and applicable international labor law;





•?Only those candidates shortlisted for interviews will be notified.





•?The position will be based in Les Cayes, Haiti.

Motivation Letter and CV

Subject CASH/LIVELIHOODS Officer - Application

2021-11-01