Cash Coordinator

Cash Coordinator West Bank/ Gaza Improve Livelihoods and Enhance Economic Development (ILEED)

 Location: Gaza Strip

Please Note: This position is anticipated to start in April 2024.

Overview

Global Communities works at the intersection of humanitarian assistance, sustainable development and financial inclusion to save lives, advance equity and secure strong futures. We support communities at the forefront of their own development in more than 35 countries, partnering with local leaders, governments, civil society, and the private sector to achieve a shared vision of a more just, prosperous and equitable global community.

Global Communities is seeking a Cash Coordinator for the USAID Improve Livelihoods and Enhance Economic Development (ILEED). This five-year, up to $60 million program will focus on promoting resilient livelihoods in Gaza and give households the tools they need to cope with recurrent crises.  ILEED will engage both the demand and supply actors within the conflict affected market system. Programs and activities will support the production of and access to basic products and services that community entrepreneurs are already engaged in producing and providing, as well as encourage community entrepreneurs to fill critical service gaps with localized solutions. ILEED will also work to increasing access to resources and basic commodities to support community development and resilience.

The Cash Coordinator will support the Livelihoods Improvement Team Lead (LITL) with all aspects related to cash-based programming. We are looking for passionate, dedicated professionals to help us build the world we envision: one of expanded opportunity, where crises give way to resilience and all people thrive.

Responsibilities

The Cash Coordinator is responsible for coordinating cash-based programming that provides a pathway for vulnerable populations to become more self-reliant by increasing income generation opportunities within the poorest and most vulnerable communities. The focus will be on equipping economic actors with business inputs and resources to restore and protect income generating activities in critical sectors.

Specific Responsibilities include the following:

• Oversee the development, implementation, and monitoring of the cash-based intervention mechanism, including direct cash supports and access to Cash for Work, to provide economic actors with access to capital in accordance with GC’s policies and best practices.
• Support LITL on identification of economic actors across micro, small to medium enterprises in target sectors including food access, and essential services and products.
• Collaborate with economic actors and financial service providers to facilitate delivery of cash in a timely manner.
• Coordinate with MEL officer to develop and implement an M&E framework to monitor cash-based programming.
• Identify risks associated with cash-based programming and ensure compliance with GC’s safeguarding policies.
• Work closely with procurement team and other GC teams on contingency activities.
• Establish knowledge sharing within GC and external partners/stakeholders to improve cash-based approaches.

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Qualifications

• Bachelor’s degree in development, or related field.
• At least 3 years working experience in cash-based programming (conditional cash transfers, Cash for Work, grants).
• Experience working with vulnerable communities and an understanding of the local context. Demonstrable experience in safeguarding.
• Experience working in insecure environments and adapting programs to mitigate risk.
• Experience in Monitoring, Evaluation and accountability.
• Excellent management and coordination skills.
• Strong communication skills, both verbal and written.
• Fluency in Arabic and, at least, working level in English.

Desired Qualifications:

• Experience in using assessment and measurement tools and developing materials for cash-based programming and livelihood activities.
• Team player with excellent planning skills.
• Knowledge of humanitarian practices and principles.
• Capacity to work closely with and support local WBG partners and stakeholders.
• Experience working with an I/NGO.

To apply please send your CV and a cover letter clearly explaining why you feel you are qualified for this position by email to [email protected] no later than Thursday April 4, 2024, indicating the position title and location.

We are currently reviewing all applications on a rolling basis and until a final candidate is selected. However, if interested we encourage candidates to apply immediately.

Global Communities positively welcomes and seeks applications from all sections of society.  We are committed to a work environment that respects the dignity and worth of everyone and offers equal opportunity.  All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment.