Mercy Corps Job Vacancy: Assistant Field Manager

Mercy Corps Job Vacancy: Assistant Field Manager
February 12, 2015 Job Description


Assistant Field Manager

Mercy Corps provides co-financing support and targeted technical assistance to build momentum through coalitions of civil society groups, government and private sector companies and support them to undertake projects that aim directly to deliver social and economic benefits to workers and small holder farmers and in the process play a part in building a more sustainable and resilient business model for the future. Mercy corps is seeking highly qualified, purpose driven candidate with a passion for the vulnerable and awakening potential in others, to fill in the position mentioned.

The Assistant Field Manager’s core responsibilities will be as follows:
Supervise and monitor quality execution of field visits and survey administration.
Assist with collection and tracking of geospatial, administrative, and consumer insights data for various projects currently being undertaken.
Manage relationships with survey respondents, and other key stakeholders.
Support data entry and assist in data cleaning.
Participate in meetings with key stakeholders and present research questions, program overviews, and eventually findings.

Desired Qualifications and Experience:
Bachelor’s or Master’s degree in economics, social sciences, public policy, public health, education, political science, or related fields.
Active interest in topics relating to financial inclusion, social entrepreneurship, and urbanization.
Experience managing a team and coordinating field activities.
Demonstrated ability to manage relationships with partner organizations and administrators.
Experience with Microsoft Excel required. Experience with Computer Assisted Interviewing and/or computer programming highly desirable.
Experience with quantitative research, particularly with randomized controlled trials.
Excellent management and organizational skills along with strong quantitative skills.
Flexible, self-motivating, able to manage multiple tasks efficiently; a team player.

Duration and Terms:
Duration: 24 months, starting immediately with possibility of extension.
Employment contract: 24 days paid annual leave and days of national holidays; sick and compassionate leave as necessary.

How to Apply:

To apply please send your CV (max 3 pages) and statement of interest (max 500 words) highlighting relevant experiences to jobs.mercycorps@outlook.com not later than 5:00pm on Friday, February 20, 2015.

Only those who meet the desired qualifications should apply. Only Shortlisted candidates will be contacted for an interview.