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Background on Tearfund

Tearfund is a Christian international relief and development agency working globally

to end poverty and injustice, and to restore dignity and hope in some of the worlds
poorest communities.

We have a vision to see 50 million people released from material and spiritual
poverty through a worldwide network of 100,000 local churches. We operate in
more than fifty countries around the world. We deliver our strategy by:

Envisioning churches to embrace their calling to address poverty and

injustice

Job Profile
Developing communities and building resilience, sustainably and holistically
Changing unjust policies and practices to deliver justice for poor
communities
Enabling communities affected by disaster and conflict to recover quickly
and be better equipped to face future hazards.

We are committed to developing experts who are inspired, resourceful, courageous,

compassionate and equipped. If you are interested in working with us, take time to
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 Job Profile

JOB TITLE Area Coordinator

GROUP International Group

TEAM West & Central Africa

Central African Republic

LOCATION (may be asked to deploy to other Tearfund Programmes in West & Central
Africa to offer surge support if the need arises)
RESPONSIBLE TO Deputy Country Director (Programmes)

PART 1 JOB DESCRIPTION

1. JOB OVERVIEW
The Area Coordinator (AC) is responsible for leading and managing Tearfund Humanitarian programming in
the Lobaye Prefecture, Central African Republic (CAR). The AC is responsible for representation to local
authorities, and for coordination with other NGOs and UN agencies as far as programming is concerned. The
AC is responsible for project management and the implementation of programme quality and accountability
commitments and for ensuring Tearfund policies and procedures are adhered to by staff. As a member of
the programmes Senior Management Team the AC contributes to strategic decision making and shaping of
the overall strategy for the programme.

2. POSITION IN ORGANISATION

Grade: A3
Member of the Programme Senior Management Team.
Reports to the Deputy Country Director (Programmes).
Direct Reports: Senior project staff and support staff in Boda, our field office in Lobaye Prefecture.
Dotted Line Responsibility: works in collaboration with the HR, Finance and Logistics functions.

3. ORGANISATIONAL REQUIREMENTS
The post-holder will, at all times, carry out their responsibilities with the utmost respect for the protection of
children in accordance with Tearfunds Child Protection Policy.
The post-holder will be required to actively participate in the spiritual life of Tearfund in the following ways:
To model godly leadership in all aspects of character and conduct.
To lead or contribute in Christian worship, prayer, teaching and biblical reflections during collective staff
prayer times and encourage staff to attend as is appropriate.
To be committed to and share in the outworking of Tearfunds Mission, Purpose, Values and Beliefs
statement.
To actively work and live in accordance with Tearfunds Statement of Faith and Tearfunds Christian ethos.
To pursue and maintain a Christian faith through ongoing personal spiritual development and a relationship
with God.
To provide support and spiritual encouragement to staff and colleagues, in line with biblical principles.
The post-holder will be expected to behave in accordance with Tearfunds Code of Conduct as referred to in
the Personal Conduct Policy.

4. KEY RESPONSIBILITIES

4.1. PROGRAMME STRATEGY

As a member of the programmes Senior Management Team (SMT), help to shape the overall strategy for the
programme.
 Ensure Tearfunds purpose, values, and the programme objectives are communicated amongst project staff and
facilitate input from project staff in the strategic planning process.
Represent the programming for Loyabe in SMT discussions, reviewing security management, progress against
strategic objectives, budget expenditure, Human Resources, and any other operational concerns in project
locations in Lobaye.
Assist the Head of Support Services (HOSS) and HR function in defining required team composition and
organisational structure for the project team in accordance with Tearfunds Grading Structure.

4.2. PROJECT / SUPPORT FUNCTION MANAGEMENT

Lead on conducting assessments and the shaping of new project proposals, in accordance with the Programme
Strategy.
Write project proposals (narrative, logframe, activity schedule and budget) for Tearfund approval and submission
to donors in collaboration with the Grants and Information Officer.
Ensure projects are designed in accordance with Tearfund Quality Standards, and reflect the priorities outlined in
the programmes Quality Standards action plan.
Provide interim and final project reports for submission to donors in accordance with the reporting schedule and
the required reporting formats in collaboration with the Grants and Information Officer.
Facilitate monitoring of the projects with project staff, to review project progress, review beneficiary feedback,
identify corrective actions required, and capture learning.
Promote and encourage an openness to welcoming feedback from beneficiaries and communities, and learning
from staff.
Responsible for managing project budgets, in conjunction with the Finance Manager, Logistics Manager, and
finance and logistics staff. Ensuring project budgets are calendarised. Assisting project staff in managing specific
project budget lines, monitoring expenditure to budget and identify any corrective actions required.
Ensure procurement plans are drawn up in alignment with project timelines and that these are adhered to.
Participate in project evaluations to assess project impact and effective use of resources.

4.3. CORPORATE POLICY AND COMPLIANCE

Responsible for security management for the project team in the project field sites, including writing and
updating the location-specific Security Plan, ensuring staff are fully briefed/trained on the agreed security
measures appropriate to the area, staff understand individual and collective responsibilities for safety and security
and ensuring incidents are reported, critical learning is recorded and corrective actions taken.
Responsible for health and safety for the project team in the designated area, ensuring policy is understood by
staff, and any accidents are recorded appropriately.
Responsible for induction of project staff, with the support of the HR function, ensuring their familiarity with
Tearfunds mandate, values, Quality Standards, policies and programme objectives and their individual
responsibilities in upholding these standards and policies.
Responsible for project compliance with the procedures set out in Tearfunds Management System for the
development of project proposals, reporting, monitoring, evaluation, learning, project completion and for
compliance with donor rules.
In conjunction with the HR manager, ensure local recruitment is consistent with Tearfund HR recruitment policies,
the legal context and local practice
In conjunction with the HR manager, ensure HR policies and procedures are understood by the project team and
implemented.
In conjunction with the Finance Manager and finance staff, ensure financial management is in accordance with
Tearfund financial systems and policies.
In conjunction with the Logistics staff, ensure logistics systems (procurement, transport, storage,
communications, estate / buildings management, asset management etc.) are in accordance with Tearfund
logistics systems and policies.
Ensure project completion, filing and archiving procedures are implemented.
4.4. TEAM MANAGEMENT
Provide leadership to the project team, and field base location staff ensuring clarity over project plans and
priorities, encouraging effective team work and inclusiveness, and building a team spirit through regular meetings
and team events.
Provide management support to the project management team, in their management of others, and the
implementation of work plans and budgets.
Oversee the administrative functions for the project team, line managing administrative staff where appointed.
Ensure Tearfunds performance management system is effectively implemented across the project team, with
objective setting, probationary reviews, regular catch ups, 6-monthly performance appraisals and exit interviews,
carried out for all staff.
Support the implementation of Tearfunds staff development policy, including personal development planning,
across the project team in a way that is consistent and transparent.
Conduct disciplinary and grievance procedures, as required, in conjunction with the HR staff in country and the
UK.
Provide spiritual leadership to the project team and pastoral support where appropriate.

4.5. EXTERNAL REPRESENTATION

Represent Tearfund to local authorities (whether formal governmental or informal de facto authorities), securing
the necessary approvals to operate.
Represent Tearfund to other NGOs, UN agencies, and visitors, ensuring coordination and constructive working
relations and attendance at relevant inter-agency coordination meetings or delegating to staff as appropriate.
Represent Tearfund to donor representatives and other visitors to the project area.
Support policy influencing (advocacy) activities at relevant local and regional levels, in consultation with the
Response Manager and Sector staff.
Facilitate relationship building with local churches where applicable and their engagement in project objectives
Facilitate relationship building with Tearfund partner organisations and collaborative work in accordance with
the Programme Strategy.
 PART 2 PERSON SPECIFICATION

JOB TITLE: Area Coordinator

ESSENTIAL DESIRABLE

QUALIFICATIONS Degree and/or equivalent qualification in a

relevant subject

EXPERIENCE Proven disaster management experience Working knowledge of good

Proven project cycle management practice standards: SPHERE, Core
experience. Humanitarian Standard and Red
Proven budget management experience Cross Codes of Conduct.
Proven people (line) management experience Experience in financial, HR and
Proven security management experience logistics systems
Proven proposal writing experience Development experience
Proven donor grant management Advocacy experience
experience
Strategic planning experience
Experience of working in a conflict
situation

SKILLS/ French and English Fluency (verbal, Training and mentoring skills
ABILITIES written, reading) is essential
Leadership and management skills
Organisational and administrative skills
Negotiation and representation skills
Influencing and relational skills
Analytical and problem solving skills
Strategic planning skills
Problem solving skills
Budget management and financial
planning skills
Excellent written and verbal communication
skills
Highly Computer literate
Ability to lead, participate and facilitate in
collective staff prayer and bible studies
PERSONAL Committed Christian with a strong personal Networking
QUALITIES relationship with God People developer and motivator
Committed to regular Christian fellowship
with other Christians
Christian motivation in relation to injustice
and serving those in need.
Emotionally & spiritually mature
An attitude of servanthood
Team player
Understanding and sensitivity to cross
cultural issues
Commitment to accountability to
beneficiaries and transparency, showing
dignity and respect, and demonstrating
listening and understanding
Flexibility, ability to remain calm under
pressure and in an insecure environment
Willingness to travel and live in basic
conditions