STREAM EWS Project Officer

POSITION SUMMARY:

The Project Officer will be responsible for supporting the EWS team in the implementation of technical activities related to the STREAM early warning system. S/he will support the Project Lead in planning and implementing technical activities for the project in Mindanao. S/he will provide support in installing and maintaining sensors, coordinating with and supporting officials technically, and preparing and facilitating technical activities in coordination with other team members, support departments, and partners. S/he will support in monitoring the progress of the technical activities.

MAIN DUTIES AND RESPONSIBILITIES:

1. Project Implementation

• Provide support in the preparation and implementation of STREAM activities such as training, including preparation and facilitation of these activities.
• Provide support in on-site installation, testing, and routine maintenance of EWS sensors and IoT devices.
• Provide support in coordinating with PIN support departments, disaster management officials, partners, and beneficiaries regarding project activities;

• Draft relevant narrative activity updates in accordance with relevant templates, requirements, and deadlines and upon his/her line manager's request.
• Translate (English/Bisaya) activity documentation, project presentation, training materials, monitoring tools, and other documents as needed.

2. Stakeholder Engagement

• Liaise with local government agencies, community leaders, and other relevant stakeholders to foster collaboration and ensure their active involvement in the project.
• Support organizing and facilitating stakeholder consultations, workshops, and training sessions to enhance their understanding and ownership of the early warning system.

3. Monitoring, Evaluation, and Reporting

• Supervise the collection of field data and use monitoring tools to analyze the efficacy of alert dissemination
• Provide support in monitoring, reporting, and archiving STREAM activities: supervised preparation of the monitoring tools and analysis of data, support the development of activity report and archiving of project documentation and means of verification;
• Participation in the weekly and monthly team meetings with support departments such as Comms and MEAL.
• Generate evidence-based narrative reports and "Means of Verification" (MOV) for weekly and monthly reviews. 
• Actively promote and manage the Community Feedback and Response Mechanism (CFRM) to ensure project accountability

4. Admin/Finance-Related Support

• Draft implementation approval letters for government officials.
• Prepare advance requests and clearance of expenses.
• Any other admin tasks requested by the line manager.

The successful candidate should possess the following minimum qualifications:

• Bachelor's degree in Disaster Risk Reduction and Management, Social Work, Environmental Science, Communications, and other relevant fields.
• Minimum of 2 years of experience in community-based DRRM; experience in projects involving tech-based solutions or early warning systems is an advantage
• Knowledge, interest, and motivation regarding disaster risk reduction, early warning systems, environment, and climate change.
• Experience in conducting or facilitating community-based training and information campaigns in DRRM and related fields.
• Availability and willingness to travel in Luzon, Visayas and Mindanao areas.
• Excellent communication and interpersonal skills, with the ability to engage effectively with stakeholders at various levels.
• Fluency in English, Bisaya, and Filipino, both written and spoken.
• High ethical standards and ability to endorse principles of confidentiality, commitment to and understanding of PIN’s aims and values

Other Skills and Qualities We Look For:

·      Experience with tech-based solutions, IoT, or early warning systems is a major advantage

·      Strong collaboration and teamwork skills

·      Analytical and problem-solving skills

·      Proven ability to work under pressure and meet strict deadlines

·      Capacity to assess complex issues and recommend effective solutions

·      Genuine willingness and eagerness to learn and grow

·         Salaries are according to People in Need Salary Scale. Candidates will be informed about the salaries in the beginning of the recruitment process

·         Health insurance for both in-patient and out-patient care with maximum benefit limit of 180 000 PHP per year per person

·         Accident insurance for all injuries during work time

·         15 days of paid leave per year

·         7 days of paid sick leave per year

·         Educational leave

·         Compensation leave for working overtime when requested by the Line Manager

·         Maternity, Paternity and Solo Parental Leave according to law

·         Communication or internet allowance on monthly basis

·         Home office after agreement with Line Manager

·         PIN offers relocation package for staff moving to the duty station

·         Extensive Capacity Building program, both internal and external trainings - Induction training, internal online opportunities, such as access to e-learning platform and live webinars

·         Opportunities to travel locally

·         Per diem for working outside of the duty town depending on the location. Full reimbursement of accommodation and transportation during business trips

·         Friendly and fair environment in small collective structure where everyone knows each other

·         Work hours are from 8:00 am - 5:00pm, Monday to Friday with one hour break for lunch