Field Facilitator (Education - Protection)
Interested candidates should send their CV and a cover letter to hr@borderlessngo.org by January 6, 2025. Please specify “Field Facilitator – Education and Protection” in the subject line of your email. Only shortlisted candidates will be contacted.
Borderless NGO is an independent non-profit-organization with a mission to create life changing impact on the lives of underprivileged children, youths and women by harnessing the power of humanity across borders.
We are dedicated to inspiring and empowering individuals by linking them to skills and experiences from the global community. We believe that all individuals have the power to raise themselves out of any situation; what is lacking however, are the motivation, know-how, and network.
Borderless NGO is keen on providing all necessary tools to help eradicate the exploitation of children, youths and women from underprivileged societies, save them from the traps of modern day slavery, and equip them with the means for a better future. We are very much aware of the complex weave that is society; this is why we believe that our goals can only be achieved by extending our work to the entire community. Our goal is to strengthen entire communities by making improvements to the existing socio-economic fabrics that will benefit everyone.
Background
Borderless NGO is dedicated to improving access to quality education and protection services for vulnerable populations, with a focus on refugee and host communities in Lebanon. This project aims to deliver Non-Formal Education (NFE) programs aligned with national frameworks, including the Ministry of Education and Higher Education (MEHE) and Inter-Agency guidelines, while integrating protection principles and adhering to INEE Minimum Standards for Education.
Role Overview
The Field Facilitator will play a critical role in the implementation of education and protection activities, ensuring the smooth delivery of services, quality assurance, and engagement with the community. This includes outreach, monitoring, classroom observation, and working closely with teachers, parents, and children to promote safe and inclusive learning environments.
Key Responsibilities
1. Outreach and Community Engagement
- Conduct outreach campaigns to identify and enroll out-of-school children and youth in the NFE program.
- Build and maintain strong relationships with community stakeholders, including parents, local leaders, and partner organizations.
- Facilitate awareness sessions for families on the importance of education and child protection.
2. Support in Implementation
- Collaborate with teachers and facilitators to ensure the delivery of lessons aligned with MEHE and NFE curriculum standards.
- Provide technical guidance to teachers on effective classroom management, inclusive teaching practices, and the integration of protection principles.
- Coordinate schedules for class sessions, ensuring timely delivery of lessons and activities.
- Assist in organizing extracurricular activities, such as life skills sessions, psychosocial support (PSS) activities, and recreational events.
3. Classroom Observation and Technical Support
- Conduct regular classroom observations to assess teaching quality, student engagement, and adherence to the curriculum.
- Provide constructive feedback and mentoring to teachers to enhance pedagogical practices.
- Monitor the integration of 21st-century education approaches, including digital tools and student-centered methodologies.
4. Monitoring, Evaluation, Accountability, and Learning (MEAL)
- Collect and report data on attendance, student progress, and program outcomes using standardized tools.
- Support the MEAL team in conducting surveys, focus group discussions, and other evaluation activities.
- Ensure that all feedback from students, parents, and teachers is documented and addressed appropriately.
- Participate in lessons learned and program review sessions to improve future interventions.
5. Reporting
- Prepare and submit detailed weekly and monthly reports on activities, challenges, and achievements to the Project Coordinator.
- Document success stories, lessons learned, and case studies for donor reporting and organizational learning.
6. Coordination
- Act as a liaison between the project team and the community, ensuring smooth communication and coordination.
- Attend regular team meetings and contribute to planning and strategy discussions.
- Coordinate with relevant stakeholders to ensure that protection referrals are handled efficiently and in line with child safeguarding policies.
7. Safeguarding and Protection
- Uphold Borderless NGO’s safeguarding policies, ensuring a safe and inclusive environment for all participants.
- Report any concerns related to child protection or safeguarding immediately to the designated focal point.
Additional Responsibilities
This job description is not exhaustive, and the Field Facilitator may be required to perform additional tasks as deemed necessary by the Project Coordinator to meet the objectives of the project.
Qualifications and Skills
Essential:
- Bachelor’s degree in Education, Social Work, or a related field.
- Minimum of 2 years of experience in education or protection projects, preferably with vulnerable populations.
- Strong understanding of MEHE’s NFE framework, INEE Minimum Standards, and child protection principles.
- Proven experience in conducting outreach, classroom observation, and providing technical support to teachers.
- Excellent interpersonal and communication skills.
- Proficiency in Arabic and English (written and spoken).
- Strong organizational skills and ability to manage multiple tasks efficiently.
Desirable:
- Experience in monitoring and evaluation activities.
- Knowledge of 21st-century education methodologies and digital tools.
- Training in psychosocial support (PSS) or trauma-informed care.
Deliverables
- Comprehensive outreach plan and enrollment records.
- Weekly and monthly reports on program activities and progress.
- Detailed classroom observation reports and teacher mentoring logs.
- Documentation of success stories, challenges, and recommendations.
- Regular updates to the MEAL team on data collection and feedback mechanisms.
Working Conditions
- The position involves regular travel within Beirut and Mount Lebanon.
- Flexibility to work evenings or weekends if required by the project schedule.
- Commitment to attending mandatory training sessions and team meetings.
Borderless NGO operates with a strict zero-tolerance policy regarding any form of unethical behavior, including financial mismanagement, fraud, and non-compliance with established policies. As part of our commitment to maintaining the highest standards of integrity, transparency, and respect for all individuals, we uphold a Do No Harm approach in all our operations. This includes a strong focus on Prevention of Sexual Exploitation and Abuse (PSEA). All employees are required to fully adhere to these standards in all aspects of their work. Any breach of this policy, whether intentional or through negligence, will result in immediate corrective actions, including termination of employment if necessary. This policy ensures that we protect the safety, dignity, and rights of the individuals and communities we serve while fostering a respectful and ethical work environment.
ملاحظة:
دليل مدني، شبكة المجتمع المدني، يوفر للمنظمات منصة لنشر الوظائف, وليس مسؤول عن عملية التوظيف. كل منظمة مسجلة على دليل مدني هي مسؤولة بشكل فردي عن منشوراتها وعن عملية التوظيف.
- Lebanon