Terre des hommes is looking for a proactive, energetic, and organised Project Assistant, to join its team in Ivano-Frankivsk, Ukraine, to support in the implementation of its projects. If you are looking for a meaningful job that will make a lasting impact on the lives of children, we want to meet you.
Terre des hommes (Tdh) is the leading Swiss organisation for children’s aid. Since 1960, Tdh has helped build a better future for children and youth, especially those most exposed to risks, making an impact with innovative and sustainable solutions. Active in more than 30 countries, Tdh works with its own teams and/or local and international partners to develop and implement field projects which significantly improve the daily lives of over four million children and members of their communities every year, with a focus on mother and child health, migration, and access to justice for children.
In Europe, Tdh strives to ensure the full realisation of children’s rights, equally and without discrimination. We are present in Albania, Kosovo, Moldova, Romania, Ukraine, Hungary, and Greece, while together with partners, we reach children in other 14 European countries.
Tdh started operations in Ukraine in 2015 and operated until February 2022 through 2 operational offices in Mariupol and Sievierodonetsk, while maintaining a coordination/representation office in Kyiv. Following the Invasion of Ukraine by the Russian Federation Army, the Tdh team has relocated in Ivano Frankivsk, where it started operations for the area of West Ukraine, which is the first operational base for the response to the current humanitarian crisis. The organization is aiming to operate in the Kyiv and surrounding areas and potentially in East Ukraine. We are providing various services to children, youth and their families in the conflict affected area, with a strong focus on psychosocial support.
For more information, please check https://www.tdh.ch/en https://tdh-ukraine.org/en www.facebook.com/TdhUkraine/
This position is a national position. Position is based in Ivano - Frankivsk city, Ukraine with regular to travel within the regions of Tdh operations in the country.
The purpose of the position is to support Project Manager of activities mission projects.
MAIN RESPONSIBILITIES
- To carry out the instructions of the Project Manager;
- Maintenance of the Fund's primary documentation, management of the Fund's databases;
- Monitoring the implementation of programs by the Fund's partners;
- Monitoring of IDP Compact Settlement Centers;
- Conducting negotiations with the Fund's partners, providing consultations on the Programs implemented by the Fund;
- Control over the delivery of humanitarian aid, monitoring the needs of IDPs;
- Interaction with local authorities to determine the needs of IDPs, possible cooperation
Knowledge :
- Formal education/training, can be compensated with experience (at discretion of evaluation team)
- Advance IT knowledge (hardware and software, Microsoft Office, Internet).
- Previous experience with an NGO is desirable.
- Strong organizational and time management skills.
- Experience in team management.
- Previous experience in emergency response is appreciated.
Skills :
- Required qualities: organized, negotiation, proactive, autonomous, rigorous, analytical, willingness and motivation to work in an international and intercultural context, diplomacy, communication skills, sense of human relations.
- Desirable: to have a valid driving license is an asset.
Languages:
Fluent in Ukrainian and English (written and spoken).
Qualified applicants are encouraged to submit their application (CV and motivation in English) to ukr.hr@tdh.ch Please mention in the title of the email the position “Project Assistant”.
Child Safeguarding Policy:
To commit to respect Tdh Risk Management Policies including Child Safeguarding Policy, Safety and Security Policy and Anti-Fraud/Corruption Policy, Whistle Blowing Policy.
GDPR compliance:
By sending your application, you agree that your personal data will be used in the recruitment process. All the documents we will request in different steps of the recruitment process will only be used for this purpose.
All staff involved in recruitment and selection are aware that data protection rules apply, and that personal information will be treated confidentially. According to our policy, we will keep your application documents for the period of the recruitment only.
Due to an anticipated high number of applications, Tdh is not in a position to respond to every applicant individually. Please note that only short-listed candidates will be contacted for the first interview.
