UKRAINE – MULTIPLE JOB OFFERS (M/F) – ODESSA

Desired start date: ASAP**
Duration of the mission:** 3 months
Location: Odessa

ABOUT THE MISSION

The conflict in Ukraine has seen a dramatic and rapid escalation since 24th February 2022 with massive multidimensional attacks from Russian troops throughout Ukraine, from the East, North and Southern borders that affected a large part of the country including the capital, Kyiv. This attack has been immediately followed by massive displacements, and as of March 22^nd about 3 500 000 Ukrainians have taken refuge in neigbhouring countries and about 6 500 000 are internally displaced, mostly in the west part of the country.

These numerous people leaving East Ukraine, and other area affected, are transiting by road or train to Lviv along an axis Ouman, Vinnistsya, Khmelnytskyï, Ternopil. The trip to Lviv can take several days, and no or very few assistance is provided along this axis, IDPs are therefore lacking food, water, warm places to sleep during curfew time, from 7.00PM to 6.00AM, depending of the oblats regulations.

• SI response to people in transit needs: to support people in transit with ready-to-eat food on the axis and to ensure transit centers are well equipped

Many IDPs are settling in the Western regions, including in Lviv Obast but some are also staying in Dnipro and all along the axis. These IDPs have often lost their source of income and rely on relatives, host community and solidarity to find food and basic items. Housing is as well now scarce in the area, prices subsequently increase and the improvised transit centres that are supposed to host IDPs for a few days before they manage to find accommodation are already at the limit of their capacities.

• Rehabilitation/repairs and/or basic equipment of shelters, houses and buildings to accommodate IDPs.
• WASH improvements in shelters
• Cash response to the IDP families including cash for rent

In the meantime, the areas affected by the conflict are becoming increasingly difficult to access, due to fighting, or because under Russian Federation control. Civilian casualties have increased and large-scale destruction of civilian infrastructures, including private housing, have been reported. However, many inhabitants are still living in these conflict areas, either because they were not able to leave, or they want to stay in their villages or cities. In those areas, public services are strongly affected: water, electricity and gaz networks are not functioning properly or fully destroyed. Access to essential items such as food, drugs, fuel and NFI is a vital need for the population, as they are no longer accessible, and the economy and markets are no longer functional. In some areas, the banking system is as well affected.

• Distribution of in kind food, shelter and WASH NFIs
• WASH intervention on a punctual basis

ABOUT THE JOB

In view of the significant humanitarian needs in Ukraine, we are looking for different positions in Odessa :

• Field Coordinator

• Distribution Program Manager

• Finance/HR Manager

• Logistics Manager

YOUR PROFILE

Experience:

• At least 2 years of experience in humanitarian projects management.
• Previous experience with SI and Knowledge of SI tools and processes is an asset.
• Previous experience in unstable environment (conflict / post conflict country) is an asset.
• Experience of base or offices openings is an asset

Technical skills and knowledge:

• Knowledge of Solidarités International rules, tools and procedures is an asset
• Management skills
• Understanding, knowledges of local cultural / religious codes and habits and capacity to adapt to this environment
• MS office.
• Good analytical skills, ability to adapt
• Good communication and diplomatic skill
• Good organization skills.
• Capacity to work under pressure in a tense security environment.

Languages: English is mandatory / Speaking Russian or Ukrainian is a strong asset

Other desirable qualities: leadership and management / coordination with partners / planning and prioritization / flexibility / capacity to work under stress / solution making oriented / Team player

Specific constraints related to security

The security environment in Ukraine remains tense, dynamic and volatile.

Key information about living conditions

Again, the context remains volatile and will require frequent adaptation and changes.

SI WILL OFFER YOU

A salaried post: According to experience, starting from 1800 euros gross per month for Manager and starting from 2600 for Field coordinator (+ 10% annual leave allowance paid monthly) and a monthly Per Diem.

SOLIDARITÉS INTERNATIONAL also covers accommodation costs in the Guest House and travel expenses between the expatriate’s country of origin and the place of assignment.

Vacation: During the assignment, a system of alternation between work and time off is implemented at the rate of 7 working days every two months spent on the mission. To these break periods, one additional rest day per month worked are granted.

Social and medical cover:
Expatriates benefit from an insurance package which reimburses all healthcare expenses (including medical and surgical expenses, dental care and ophthalmological expenses, repatriation) and a welfare system including war risks. Essential vaccination and antimalarial treatment costs are refunded.