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Meal Coordinator

Meal Coordinator

The position of Meal Coordinator for Solidarités International in Caracas, Venezuela, seems like a vital role in ensuring the effectiveness and accountability of humanitarian aid efforts. Here’s a summary of the key details and requirements:

Position: Meal Coordinator

Organization: Solidarités International

Location: Caracas, Venezuela

Start Date: 1st July 2023

Duration: 6 months

Contract Type: Short term contract

About Solidarités International (SI):

Solidarités International is a French humanitarian organization dedicated to providing aid and assistance to victims of war or natural disasters. With over 39 years of experience, SI focuses on meeting the basic needs of vulnerable populations, including water, food, and shelter. SI operates in approximately 20 countries, employing a diverse team of 2,000 individuals, including expatriates, local staff, HQ employees, and volunteers.

Mission in Venezuela: SI has been operational in Venezuela since the end of 2019, initially focusing on Caracas and later expanding its activities to other regions, including Barquisimeto, Falcon, Sucre, and Portuguesa states. While primarily engaged in water, sanitation, and hygiene (WASH) activities, SI has also initiated food security and livelihood (FSL) projects, with a growing emphasis on protection and health components.

Job Description: As the Meal Coordinator, you will report to the Country Director and be responsible for designing and implementing the Monitoring, Evaluation, Accountability, and Learning (MEAL) action plans for the mission. Your main tasks will include providing methodological support to program teams, ensuring the quality and relevance of monitoring and evaluation activities, promoting cross-cutting integration with other departments, supporting staff training, contributing to institutional knowledge building, and supervising the implementation of accountability mechanisms.

Requirements:

• Diplomas: Graduate or post-graduate degree in Public Health, Water Engineering, Engineering, Supply Chain, or related field, or equivalent humanitarian experience.
• Experience: 3-4 years of experience in the humanitarian sector, with specific experience in MEAL coordination.
• Technical Skills: Proficiency in project evaluation, monitoring, data analysis, and understanding of the project cycle.
• Soft Skills: Strong communication, problem-solving, and leadership skills, ability to work under pressure, and a high level of motivation to meet humanitarian needs.
• Language: Fluency in Spanish is mandatory, with English proficiency being a plus.

Compensation and Benefits:

• Salaried position starting from EUR 2860 gross per month, with a monthly per diem.
• Accommodation and travel expenses covered by Solidarités International.
• Vacation and rest days provided during the assignment.
• Social and medical insurance coverage.

Application Process:

If you meet the requirements and are interested in this position, submit your CV and cover letter. CV-only applications will not be considered, and the vacancy may close before the deadline.

Solidarités International is committed to preventing and addressing all forms of abuse and discrimination.

To learn more about Solidarités International, visit their website: http://www.solidarites.org/en/

If you’re interested and eligible, it seems like a meaningful opportunity to contribute to humanitarian efforts in Venezuela.

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