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Field Officer, Mae Hong Son Province

ADRA is a global network of independent humanitarian organizations established in 1983 by the Seventh Day Adventist Church for the specific purpose of providing individual and community development and disaster relief. ADRA Thailand works with people in poverty and distress to create just and positive change through empowering partnerships and responsible action.

ADRA’s purpose statement is: To serve humanity so that all may live as God intended.  This is coupled with our motto: Justice. Compassion. Love.

ADRA Thailand has been working with vulnerable and marginalized communities in Thailand since 1984. ADRA works with people in poverty and distress to create just and positive change through empowering partnerships and responsible action.

ADRA Thailand is currently seeking qualified candidates for the position of Field Officer based in Mae Hong Son Province, Thailand

Proposed Start Date: 10 ^th  August 2023

Application deadline: First round deadline 30^th June 2023 second round deadline 09^th September 2023

Job overview:

The Field Officer will assist the Project Manager to manage the implementation of the Vocational Training and Skills Development (VTSD) project activities in Mae Ra Ma Luang camps in Mae Hong Son province along the Thai – Myanmar border. The Field Officer contributes to a trustful & respectful relationship with staff and stakeholders in which ADRA’s values and mission is reflected.

Job Responsibilities:

• Support the Project Manager to manage the relationship between ADRA Thailand and project implementation partners and local partners;
• Support Area Coordinators to organize and monitor project activities;
• Frequent travel to the camps for monitoring of activities, attending meetings as assigned, liaising with local community authorities, NGO meetings, etc.;
• Support in the preparation of quarterly MOI and project implementation reports;
• Along with the relevant staff, attend MOI meeting in field level and report to Area Coordinator and/or project support office;
• Support the Program Manager, VTSD/Education Coordinator, Area Coordinator and MEAL Officer in monitoring project activity to ensure delivery is in line with the logical framework and work plan;
• Support the Program Manager, VTSD/Education Coordinator & Area Coordinator & Support Office in CM on all project related procurement and ensuring compliance to procurement policy, timely delivery and logistical support as needed. 
• Manage sub-office banks (banking activities), petty cash (petty spending/disbursement), ensuring compliance to the financial system, procedures, and policy.
• Manage hotel booking & payment at sub-office for official meeting, workshops, training, monitoring visit etc.
• Prepare, generate, and submit administration & financial reports on monthly basis (petty cash report, bank reconciliations, monthly budget request and other report as needed), ensuring proper recording of all financial transactions, ensuring all financial documents are checked, reviewed, and completed prior to sending it to Chiang Mai Office.
• Maintain strong relationships with local Thai Authorities and NGOs/CBOs working in the camps along the border;
• Support Program Manager, VTSD/Education Coordinator & Area Coordinator in preparing official letters to Thai authorities and or local partners.

Preferred candidates are expected to meet the following:

Minimum Skills & Education Required:

Educational Qualifications:

• Bachelor degree in education, international development, social science or related field desirable.

Experience:                                              

• At least 5 year experience working with NGOs/CBOs and a minimum of 2 years in management or administrative positions equal to the position responsibilities outlined above.

Language Skills:

• Strong Thai verbal and written language skills
• Strong English verbal and written language skills
• Strong Karen and/or Burmese verbal and written language skills

Skills and Abilities:

• Ability to work in a Christian context
• Must be willing to travel and work in remote camps along the Thai – Myanmar border.
• Draft and submit quality reports on time
• Strong interpersonal and communication skills.
• Flexible and ability to adapt in various situations (i.e. camp context, NGO meetings, governmental meetings/events)
• Willingness to implement policies and procedures with a professional and constructive attitude
• Must have strong operational management skills and be team orientated
• Good negotiation and conflict resolution skills
• Ability to take initiative and work with minimum supervision
• Strong cross-cultural communication skills
• Able to drive with valid driving license

Application Procedure:

In the subject line of the email, please write “Field Officer Mae Hong Son Province” Please send applications: (Cover letter, CV, salary expectation, copy of Identification document, copy of driving license, educational certificate and/or training certificate) to: hr@adrathailand.org by first round 5pm 30^th June 2023 second round deadline 5pm 10^th September 2023

Please note: ADRA Thailand is committed to our responsibilities for safeguarding and promoting the welfare of children and vulnerable adults. We are committed to recruiting candidates who share this commitment to safeguarding, and therefore we apply recruitment and selection procedures to ensure that the people selected are right for the job. The offer of employment will be subject to satisfactory references and appropriate screening checks which includes background checks.

For further information, please contact: hr@adrathailand.org or 053 839 402 ext. 12