WVV AP Development Facilitator in Tua Chua, Dien Bien

World Vision is a Christian relief, development and advocacy organization working to improve the quality of life of people, especially children who are marginalized and living in poverty. World Vision helps all who are in need, regardless of their religion, race, ethnicity or gender. As a child-focused organization, WV’s work focuses on children, ensuring they are protected and their basic needs are met. World Vision Vietnam (WVV) has been funded from 13 support countries in Europe, Asia, the Americas and Australia. Funding of WVV consists of sponsorship program funding (70%) and Private Non-Sponsorship (PNS)/grants (30%). WVV employs about 400 staff, of which 99% are Vietnamese nationals. 

WVV is operating in 14 provinces including Hanoi, Dien Bien, Hai Phong, Hung Yen, Quang Tri, Thanh Hoa, Ha Tinh, Quang Binh, Quang Tri, Da Nang, Quang Nam, Quang Ngai, Ho Chi Minh, Dak Nong. WVV’s Area Program (AP) usually focuses within one administrative district of a province which populated by ethnic minority people with high rates of poverty. A uniqueness of WVV’s Development Program Approach (DPA) is that AP team members are based at district level where the AP is located, which enables them to work closely with government partners and communities on a daily basis. Beside the APs, WVV is also implementing different Special and Grant Projects to meet the specific needs of vulnerable children in both AP and non-AP areas.
 

–    To serve as a catalyst, partnership broker, and builder of the capacity of local partners, facilitating the development process toward the improved and sustained well-being of children within their families and community, especially the most vulnerable children. 
–    To manage the technical projects in assigned communes and advocate for sustainable well- being of children especially the most vulnerable children.

As the AP Development Facilitator, you will:

• Serve as a catalyst and partnership builder to enhance the well-being of children and their families.
• Manage technical projects of Nutrition and Health, Child Protection and Participation, Livelihood and Sponsorship and Community Engagement and financial resources in compliance with WVV’s financial and procurement policies and procedures.
• Facilitate the process of MVC mapping, POA making and reviewing, micro projects development and advocacy activities within the assigned communities.
• Ensure the most vulnerable children (MVC) and RC inclusion and the cross-cutting themes of Humanitarian Emergency Affairs and Disaster Risk Reduction (HEA-DRR), gender, disability are well assessed and addressed through project activities. 

This role is for you if you have:

• Bachelor's degree in education, public health, community development, social work and/or related field
• Motorbike driving license is required
• Proficiency in Microsoft Office including Word, Excel, Power Point, Outlook.
• Language requirement: Vietnamese: Fully fluent. English: Intermediate
• A conceptual understanding of and commitment to development work, especially child-focused, community-based development concepts, approaches, and processes.
• Strong partnering and collaborating skills with different stakeholders

What we are offering:

• A meaningful job that you can utilize your knowledge, skills, abilities and contribute to better life of vulnerable children in Vietnam.
• A psychologically safe environment where you are respected, cared for and supported.
• A professional workplace where you are encouraged to take learning and development opportunities to grow personally and professionally
• A comprehensive Total Rewards package that offers flexible working arrangement, at least 24 days of leave and additional 4 holidays annually, premium health care program for staff and 2 dependents, 13th month salary, annual salary review and more.

At least 3 years of experience in community development and program implementation, preferably with international humanitarian organizations.