H2O PEACE - Officer, Field

Organizational Context

The International Federation of Red Cross and Red Crescent Societies (IFRC) is the world’s largest humanitarian organization, with a network of 191-member National Societies (NSs). The overall aim of IFRC is “to inspire, encourage, facilitate, and promote at all times all forms of humanitarian activities by NSs with a view to preventing and alleviating human suffering and thereby contributing to the maintenance and promotion of human dignity and peace in the world.” IFRC works to meet the needs and improve the lives of vulnerable people before, during and after disasters, health emergencies and other crises.

IFRC is part of the International Red Cross and Red Crescent Movement (Movement), together with its member National Societies and the International Committee of the Red Cross (ICRC). The work of IFRC is guided by the following fundamental principles: humanity, impartiality, neutrality, independence, voluntary service, unity, and universality.

IFRC is led by its Secretary General, and has its Headquarters in Geneva, Switzerland. The Headquarters are organized into four main Divisions: (i) National Society Development and Coordination; (ii) Humanitarian Diplomacy and Digitalization; (iii) Management and Accountability; and (iv) People and Strategy.

IFRC has five regional offices in Africa, Asia Pacific, Middle East and North Africa, Europe, and the Americas. IFRC also has country cluster delegations and country delegations throughout the world. Together, the Geneva Headquarters and the field structure (regional, cluster and country) comprise the IFRC Secretariat.

IFRC has a zero-tolerance policy on conduct that is incompatible with the aims and objectives of the Red Cross and Red Crescent Movement, including sexual exploitation and abuse, sexual harassment and other forms of harassment, abuse of authority, discrimination, and lack of integrity (including but not limited to financial misconduct). IFRC also adheres to strict child safeguarding principles.

Job Purpose

Under the direct supervision of the IFRC Program Coordinator, the Field Officer is responsible for supporting the field implementation, monitoring, and coordination of the H2O PEACE Programme activities implemented by JNRCS. The position ensures that project deliverables are met in accordance with IFRC and donor standards, and that community-level engagement is inclusive, participatory, and impactful.

The Field Officer will also support other Delegation projects as needed, contributing to the broader operational and humanitarian objectives of the IFRC in Jordan.

Job Duties and Responsibilities

Field Implementation and Coordination

• Work closely with JNRCS to implement project activities in target communities, ensuring alignment with workplans and community needs.
• Coordinate and oversee field missions, ensuring logistical and operational readiness.
• Monitor daily field activities and provide feedback on implementation progress, challenges, and community perceptions.
• Support community engagement and participation in project planning and delivery.
• Ensure proper documentation and filing of activity records and beneficiary data.

Monitoring, Evaluation, and Reporting

• Collect, verify, and report field-level data in coordination with the PMER team and JNRCS.
• Conduct regular field monitoring visits and participate in assessments and surveys as required.
• Prepare weekly field reports and contribute to donor and internal reporting by providing qualitative and quantitative updates from the field.
• Identify implementation challenges or gaps and recommend corrective actions to the Program Coordinator.

Liaison and Representation

• Represent IFRC at the community level and maintain strong working relationships with local stakeholders, including community leaders, local authorities, and partner organizations.
• Participate in local coordination meetings and technical working groups when requested.
• Facilitate visits of donors, regional teams, or other stakeholders to field locations.

Technical and Operational Support

• Work with technical advisors (e.g., WASH, Health, CEA) to ensure that field activities meet sectoral quality standards.
• Support training and capacity-building activities for JNRCS staff and volunteers involved in the program.
• Coordinate with the Logistics and Finance teams for procurement and distribution of materials at field sites.

Compliance and Risk Management

• Ensure field activities comply with IFRC’s operational procedures, security protocols, and the Fundamental Principles of the Red Cross and Red Crescent Movement.
• Monitor and report potential risks in the field, including operational delays, community tensions, or safety/security issues.

Other Duties

• Support other programmatic activities in the field as required by the line manager.
• Perform any other duties assigned by the Program Coordinator to ensure effective program delivery.