Climate Justice Project Assistant

Oxfam is a global movement of people working together to end the injustice of poverty.

JOB DETAILS

DIVISION: International

TEAM: Climate Justice

LOCATION: Jordan

CONTRACT TYPE: Fixed Term

GRADE: E1

JOB FAMILY: Programme

SALARY: JOD 11,655 - 14,811

FTE HOURS: 40 / week

FLEXIBLE WORKING: We believe flexible working is key to building the Oxfam of the future, so we’re open to talking through the type of flexible arrangements which might work for you.

This role is based in Amman, Jordan with frequent travel to the field as needed

DIVISION PURPOSE: To provide and/or or supervise the provision of technical support and assistance to the programme within an area of specialism

TEAM PURPOSE: One of the key program pillars in Oxfam’s Country Strategy for Jordan is Climate Justice. Oxfam recognizes and addresses the vulnerability and risks of climate change on the world’s poorest and most vulnerable while acknowledging that they contribute the least to its causes. In Jordan, Oxfam aims to increase the understanding of individuals and communities on the impacts of climate change, identify vulnerabilities and risks on communities, and generate evidence on ways to build resilience of vulnerable groups and communities.

Oxfam in Jordan’s Climate Justice team works together with local communities, refugees, local partners and local government to deliver interventions that address the community needs in terms of water, waste management and public health engineering.

We are a dynamic team that are proud of the positive impact we make on the lives of the people we serve and are welcoming a new motivated team member.

JOB PURPOSE: this role will support in the implementation of the circular economy and green growth project under the EU. The Assistant will support the project manager in the implementation of pilot projects in Mafraq and in Za’atari Refugee Camp as well as advocacy and research components with the project partner.

POST HOLDER REPORTS TO Climate Justice Project Manager

JOBS REPORTING TO THIS POST None

BUDGET RESPONSIBILITY N/A

DIMENSIONS OF THE ROLE

Most tasks well defined technical activities within objectives set by manager with some routine reactive work in response to requests
Job holder draws from a number of information sources to inform individual and group decisions
Job may involve some programme admin support but on balance the focus of and nature of the responsibilities are aimed at supporting programme delivery

Key Responsibilities

Support in processes related to procurement of materials and follow up with internal staff and support teams to implement the assigned project
Support in the implementation of field work activities with other project staff in field locations
Support in the implementation of community-based awareness raising activities
Assist project manager in day-to-day activities related to project implementation, management of partner activities, etc.
Provide support with coordination and communication with internal and external project stakeholders
Support in collection of data
Support in the oversight of sub-contractor/consultant activities related to the project
Communication and coordination with internal staff for technical project implementation
Other tasks as assigned in relevance to the project and other programmatic priorities

Most importantly, every individual at Oxfam Italia needs to be able to:

Live our values of INCLUSION, ACCOUNTABILITY and EMPOWERMENT (read more about these here ).
Ensure you commit to our ORGANISATIONAL ATTRIBUTES (including adhering to the Code of Conduct ):
Be committed to our feminist principles, and to applying them in your day-to-day behaviour and your work. Be ready to keep learning, with accountability to those who experience oppression as a result of their identities, such as their gender, race/ethnicity, disability or class.
Be committed to undertaking Oxfam’s safeguarding training and adhering to relevant policies, to ensure all people who come into Oxfam are as safe as possible.

Essentials

Experience, Knowledge & Competencies

About

For this role, you will need to model Oxfam’s feminist leadership approach so we have selected the most relevant feminist leadership practices which we will use for assessment purposes (which you can read more about here )

Vision setting
Agility, complexity and ambiguity
Influencing

In Addition, An Ideal Candidate Will Also Have

Minimum of a bachelor’s degree in a subject related to natural resource management, water, environmental studies/engineering, or other fields with relevant experience
At least 1-2 years of experience in Jordan in the environmental sector (water, waste management, climate change, and/or other relevant fields)
Experience in research, influencing and advocacy work related to sustainable development in the field mentioned above. This includes participation in research, campaigns, stakeholder engagement and/or other relevant activities
Excellent organizational and analytical skills
Excellent English writing and verbal skills

At interview, shortlisted candidates will also be assessed on our values and organisational attributes, as outlined above.

Desirable

Previous experience of working with INGOs in Jordan in humanitarian/development settings
Experience in project coordination
Experience or knowledge in community engagement, awareness raising or behaviour change
Experience in implementing Cash-for-work modalities in Jordan
Educational background in environmental and/or water engineering or other similar fields with relevant experience

Safer recruitment: All offers of employment are subject to satisfactory references and appropriate screening checks (which can include counterterrorism, safeguarding and criminal records checks).

Our values and commitment to safeguarding

Oxfam is committed to preventing any type of unwanted behaviour at work including sexual harassment, exploitation and abuse, lack of integrity and financial misconduct; and committed to promoting the welfare of children, young people, adults and beneficiaries with whom Oxfam GB engages. Oxfam expects all staff and volunteers to share this commitment through our code of conduct. We place a high priority on ensuring that only those who share and demonstrate our values are recruited to work for us.

The post holder will undertake the appropriate level of training and is responsible for ensuring that they understand and work within the safeguarding policies of the organisation.

All offers of employment will be subject to satisfactory references and appropriate screening checks, which can include criminal records and terrorism finance checks. Oxfam GB also participates in the Inter Agency Misconduct Disclosure Scheme . In line with this Scheme, we will request information from job applicants’ previous employers about any findings of sexual exploitation, sexual abuse and/or sexual harassment during employment, or incidents under investigation when the applicant left employment. By submitting an application, the job applicant confirms his/her understanding of these recruitment procedures.

We are committed to ensuring diversity and gender equality within our organisation and encourage applicants from diverse backgrounds to apply.

How to apply

As part of your online application, please upload your up to date CV and a covering letter explaining your suitability against the essential criteria in the job profile.

About Us

Oxfam is a global community who believe poverty isn’t inevitable. It’s an injustice that can be overcome. We are shop volunteers, women’s right activists, marathon runners, aid workers, coffee farmers, street fundraisers, goat herders, policy experts, campaigners, water engineers and more. And we won’t stop until everyone can live life without poverty for good.

Oxfam GB is a member of international confederation of 21 organisations working together with partners and local communities in the areas of humanitarian, development and campaigning, in more than 90 countries.

A Thriving Diverse Oxfam

It’s people power that brings about change. To play our part as a global organisation working to overcome poverty and inequality, we need equality, diversity and inclusion across our community of staff, partners and volunteers. Together, we’re committed to becoming a more diverse workforce, better able to tackle the global challenges that face our world today.

To Do That

We need to dismantle the unequal power structures that exist everywhere, this including Oxfam and the wider development and charity sectors.
We need an inclusive Oxfam where everyone can bring who they are to our work and feels celebrated for the differences they bring.
We want and need everyone, and that means we need you.

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