Field Coordinator

**Field Coordinator - Greater Cairo, Egypt**

Coptic Orphans is seeking a full time Field Coordinator in Greater Cairo ( Cairo, Giza, Qalyubia) and to assist in overseeing program implementation and the work of the Volunteer Representatives in fulfillment of the organization's stated goals and policies.

**Purpose of the Job**:
The aim of this position is to assist in overseeing Not Alone program implementation and the work of the volunteer representatives in fulfillment of the organization's stated goals and policies.

**Essential Functions and Responsibilities**:

- Implement and deliver Coptic Orphans established programs within the agreed budget and in light of the relevant policies and plans.
- Determine eligibility of the nominated volunteer representatives.
- Review and determine the eligibility of children cases submitted by the representatives.
- Conduct volunteer representative orientations.
- Review and audit expense reports submitted by volunteer representatives.
- Prepare and submit the assigned area's monthly report to the Area Manager.
- Monitor field implementation by conducting regular home visits.
- Provide ongoing support and feedback to volunteer representatives.
- Assist in planning, conducting and arranging for workshops/meetings with representatives, children and mothers.
- Maintain effective communication with the Area Manager and Cairo and Washington DC offices.
- Attend staff meeting in Cairo office. Attend, and prepare for the representatives meetings (semi-annual, local and combined meetings) in the assigned area.
- Responsible for logistics management, which includes the preparation and planning of sponsors' visits to their children.
- Prepare and submit trip reports, expenses reports and other required documents.
- Follow up with the administrative staff on requests for letters, pictures, and family reports needed for sponsors.
- Perform other relevant duties and tasks as assigned by the direct manager.

**Supervisory Responsibilities**

None.

**Required Education, Experience, Knowledge and Skills**
- Bachelor degree
- Fluent in Arabic with good English skills
- One year of experience in the nonprofit field or international development is preferred.
- Able to assess social situations and act tactfully and responsibly
- Able to administer available resources to reach the program's goals
- Stress-resilient to cope with complex conditions
- Self-starter, motivated and team player
- Must have the children's interest at heart
- Experience working with the Coptic community is preferred
- Excellent communication and time management skills.
- Good presentation and training skills are preferred

**Fiscal Responsibilities (budgeting responsibilities, approval privileges on purchase orders and check requests, reporting and auditing functions)**

Ensure expense reports and required financial documents are complete and delivered to the accounting/finance department.

**Extent of Public Contact (within and outside the organization)**
- Extensive daily contact with external partners such as Reps, church and other stakeholders
- Frequent contact with staff in Cairo Office

**Working Conditions and Environment (i.e., necessary travel, unusual work hours, etc.)**
- Travel may reach up to 80% of the time.
- Work involves a substantial level of local travel.
- Typical field environment including walking, sitting, typing, using public transportation, and occasional lifting of boxes or luggage.
- Working out of the official hours and on weekends may be required