ThaiNGO

Location of work: Either Suanpheung, Ratchaburi or Sangkhlaburi, Kanchanaburi

Duration of contract: until 31 December 2017 with posibility of extension depending on funding and program needs

Application deadline: 14 July 2017

Background/IRC Summary:

The International Rescue Committee (IRC) responds to the world’s worst humanitarian crises, helping to restore health, safety, education, economic wellbeing, and power to people devastated by conflict and disaster. Founded in 1933 at the call of Albert Einstein, the IRC is at work in over 40 countries and 26 U.S. cities helping people to survive, reclaim control of their future, and strengthen their communities. The IRC has been operating in Thailand since 1975 and currently provides assistance to displaced persons in Tak, Kanchanaburi, Ratchaburi, and Mae Hong Son provinces.

Job Overview/Summary:

The Livelihoods Officer will report directly to the Mae Sot-based Senior Livelihoods Manager to support the development, implementation, and monitoring and evaluation of IRC Thailand’s livelihoods programs in refugee camps and in urban areas where applicable. With oversight of the Senior Livelihoods Manager, the incumbent will work closely with: (i) field-based program staff to ensure the integration of livelihoods activities into existing Health, Protection and Women’s Protection and Empowerment (WPE) programs; (ii) the Programs Unit in Bangkok to organize and implement initiatives according to program logical frameworks. The Livelihoods Officer will be responsible for the execution of IRC Thailand’s livelihoods-related activities under the livelihoods portfolio, with guidance and direction from the Senior Livelihoods Manager, which includes/may include enterprise development, vocational training/certification programs, internship/employment initiatives, cash/voucher programming, financial inclusion, micro-grant disbursements, agro-pastoralism and natural resource management, and other activities. The Livelihoods Officer will provide support and input into program reports and proposals as assigned by the Senior Livelihoods Manager.

Main Responsibilities:

• Work closely with other program/operations field staff members to ensure the effective and timely implementation of activities under program work plans and logical frameworks.
• Under the supervision of the Senior Livelihoods Manager, ensure appropriate methodologies and technical approaches are developed and carried out for all program activities.
• Ensure alignment of livelihoods programming with IRC Thailand’s Strategy Action Plan and the global Outcomes and Evidence Framework (OEF) and relevant theories of change.

• Continually identify opportunities for growth of livelihoods programming portfolio, including existing gaps/beneficiary needs and areas for innovation and expansion.

• Together with the Senior Livelihoods Manager, schedule regular monitoring and ensure modification of program activities as required, including addressing any problems that may arise.
• Prepare high quality donor program reports and support the proposal development process for livelihoods-related programming as assigned.
• Develop and maintain effective coordination and relationships with external stakeholders, including fellow agencies/NGOS, government departments and ministries, community-based organizations, and other partners.
• Coordinate with the Programs Unit in Bangkok to organize and implement program activities in partnership with the private sector and/or academic institutions.

Job Requirements:

Education: Bachelor’s degree required, coupled with a strong interest in refugee/migrant and related issues

Work Experience:

• Minimum of 2 years’ professional experience in humanitarian response, with specific experience in livelihoods programs

Demonstrated Skills and Competencies:

• Strong program planning, reporting, and monitoring and evaluation skills
• Strong written and oral communication skills in English and Thai and/or Burmese/Karen (Karenni for the Mae Hong Son-based position), effective in representation and liaison with external parties
• Must be capable of applying skills and knowledge in a range of capacities, including direct implementation and the transfer of technical knowledge and management skills to others
• Computer proficient, with experience using Microsoft Word and Excel
• Ability to analyze and synthesize complex materials and documents
• Ability to be flexible and work in a fast-paced environment under regular deadlines
• Ability to work effectively in a team as well as independently
• Understanding of working in a multicultural environment

Language Skills: Strong English and Thai and/or Burmese/Karen (Karenni for the Mae Hong Son-based position) required 

Certificates or Licenses: N/A

Working Environment:  

The position is a NATIONAL post and will be based in the IRC office in either Suanpheung, Ratchaburi or Sangkhlaburi, Kanchanaburi with travel to Bangkok and the Thailand-Myanmar border area as required.

How to Apply: Application letter and most recent CV in English stating qualifications and experience should be submitted to the IRC Human Resources Department at Thailand.HR@rescue.org

Application deadline:  14 July 2017.

All applications will be treated confidentially and not returned. The IRC considers all applicants on the basis of merit without regard to race, national origin, religious beliefs, sexual orientation, age, marital status or physical or mental disability. The IRC is an equal opportunity employer.

Closing Date               :      19 April 2026 (11:59 PM, Bangkok Time)