Data Collectors (4 positions)
DRC has been responding to various humanitarian crises in Lebanon since 2004, working with Palestinian, Iraqi and Syrian refugees. DRC received registration from the Ministry of Interior in 2011, and since then has focused primarily on responding to the Syrian refugee crisis in Lebanon and the resulting impact on Lebanese host community. DRC Lebanon’s focus is to ensure that we are able to respond to critical emerging humanitarian needs whilst improve the living conditions of displacement-affected populations and contribute to the achievement of durable solutions. With an annual portfolio of $12million, and with approximately 200+ staff, DRC is focusing its response in protection and economic recovery (Ec-Rec) sector in Bekka, North Lebanon and Beirut. DRC is also contributing to the evidence base and coordination structures in country through our Evidence Generation and referral information management (RIMs) teams.
About the job
The Economic Recovery Department at DRC Bekaa office is implementing a program aimed to enhancing the food and nutrition security in Bekaa. The program will allow to provide Cash for most vulnerable household but also enhance the knowledge on best hygiene practices and nutrition.
The Economic Recovery General Support - Data Collectors will be based in Bekaa as a member of the Economic Recovery Department, under the direct supervision of the Economic Recovery Team Leader, the General Support - Data Collectors expects to spend most of the working hours on the field.
The General Support - Data Collectors will be responsible for offering general information about the project, conducting socio-economic profiling tool for families, providing guidance for them, and providing verbal and written reports on the activities.
Your main duties and responsibilities will be:
Main Tasks Lead the outreach process for the vulnerable families based on the project criteria within the selected geographical areas. Answering phone calls, calling families to make registration appointments, offering general information about the project and following up with the previous contacted families; Organize and perform assessment and work on information systems/database to record relevant data of beneficiaries; Conduct socio-economic profiling assessment, winterization assessment and/or other assessment whenever needed; Ensure assessment data is correctly entered, reviewed and validated; Create spreadsheets to track data and information; Review data for deficiencies or errors and update data information in database; Ensure the classification and good archiving of each family file and ensure data protection of the collected information; Provide verbal and written reports on the activities to the Economic Recovery Team Leader as and when needed; Participate in the cash for food transfer modality, share list of eligible families with the Cash officer, follow up of baseline, end line and PDM; Follow up with the families, to check receiving of service provider message and report the issue; Ensure payments are distributed, properly tracked and archived; Engage actively in monitoring of the cash transfer and the usage of money from beneficiaries’ side; Address complaints or issues related to implementation and report back to line manager when needed; Conduct referrals of beneficiaries with identified needs to other sectors (protection, wash, shelter, etc.) through RIMS; Provide occasional administrative support; Support all DRC Economic Department and activities when needed Drives DRC Vehicles according to DRC’s Vehicle SOP.
About you
To be successful in this role we expect you to have a minimum of 1 year experience in relevant field with NGOs or private sector in international organizations and humanitarian settings, which would include experience with the following activities:
Experience with fieldwork, monitoring activities and reporting are essential Experience in data collection and data entry is essential Vehicle driving license is mandatory and valid Good communication and Excellent interpersonal skills Organizational skills Self-motivated and good team spirit
Moreover, we also expect the following:
Required
Academic Diploma or University degree in psychology, social field, IMS, Business administration or any other related majors English: Good written and spoken Fluency in local language
In this position, you are expected to demonstrate DRC’ five core competencies:
Striving for excellence: You focus on reaching results while ensuring an efficient process. Collaborating: You involve relevant parties and encourage feedback. Taking the lead: You take ownership and initiative while aiming for innovation. Communicating: You listen and speak effectively and honestly. Demonstrating integrity: You uphold and promote the highest standards of ethical and professional conduct in relation to our values and Code of Conduct, including safeguarding against sexual exploitation, abuse and harassment.
We offer
Contract length: 2 Months Band: J Designation of Duty Station: Bekaa Start date: February 2025
Salary and conditions will be in accordance with Danish Refugee Council’s Terms of Employment for Expatriates; please refer to . For questions regarding the vacancy please contact lbn-jobs@drc.ngo
Application process
All applicants must upload a cover letter and an updated CV (no longer than four pages) in English. Applications sent by email will not be considered.
Closing date for applications:
26th of February 2025. (Due to the urgency of this position, applications will be reviewed on rolling basis)
For further information about the Danish Refugee Council, please consult our website .
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DRC as an employer
Founded in 1956, DRC Danish Refugee Council is Denmark’s largest, and a leading international NGO. We have continuously been ranked as one of the best NGOs in the world - and are one of the few with a specific expertise in forced displacement. In over 40 countries, we protect, advocate and build sustainable futures for refugees and other displacement-affected people and communities.
By working in DRC, you will be joining a global workforce of around 8000 employees. We pride ourselves on our:
DRC’s capacity to ensure the protection of and assistance to refugees, IDP’s and other persons of concern depends on the ability of our staff to uphold and promote
the highest standards of ethical and professional conduct in relation DRC’s values and Code of Conduct, including safeguarding against sexual exploitation, abuse and harassment. DRC conducts thorough and comprehensive background checks as part of the recruitment process.
Danish Refugee Council is an equal opportunity employer and we consider all applicants based on individual merit and qualifications, regardless of personal characteristics or attributes. We are committed to increasing the diversity of our workforce, aiming for a 50% balance of men and women in management roles and ensuring that at least 50% of management roles are filled by national staff. We recognize that a diverse and inclusive team is crucial for achieving our organizational goals and making a positive impact on the communities we serve.
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