Field Coordinator – Solidarites International South Sudan

Company: Solidarites International (South Sudan Mission)
Job Title: Field Coordinator
Location: South Sudan
Duty Station: Sobat, Upper Nile Region
Job Type: Full-Time (Expatriate Position)
Contract Duration: 36 Months
Desired Start Date: ASAP
Sector: Humanitarian Aid, NGO, Emergency Response, WASH, Food Security & Livelihoods (FSL)

Job Overview

Solidarites International is hiring an experienced Field Coordinator to lead emergency humanitarian programmes in Sobat, South Sudan. This senior humanitarian role is ideal for professionals experienced in NGO programme management, emergency response, WASH programming, food security, humanitarian coordination, security management, field operations, donor coordination, refugee response, and crisis management.

The Field Coordinator will oversee emergency and early recovery projects focused on Water, Sanitation and Hygiene (WASH) and Food Security & Livelihoods (FSL) programming in highly volatile humanitarian settings.

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About Solidarites International

Solidarites International has been delivering humanitarian assistance for more than 40 years, supporting communities affected by:

• Armed conflict
• Natural disasters
• Forced displacement
• Food insecurity
• Cholera outbreaks
• Water and sanitation crises

The organization currently operates in 26 countries with over 3,200 humanitarian staff worldwide.

Its expertise includes:

• Emergency WASH interventions
• Safe drinking water access
• Sanitation and hygiene promotion
• Food security and livelihoods support
• Humanitarian emergency response

About the South Sudan Mission

Solidarites International has been operating in South Sudan since 2006, supporting populations affected by humanitarian crises, displacement, and conflict.

The country continues to face major humanitarian challenges including:

• Severe food insecurity
• Conflict-related displacement
• Cholera outbreaks
• Limited sanitation coverage
• Unsafe drinking water access
• Refugee and returnee influx from Sudan

As of 2026, nearly 10 million people require humanitarian assistance across South Sudan.

Areas of Operation

The organization currently operates in:

• Ulang
• Renk
• Malakal
• Upper Nile State

The Sobat operation is focused on restoring activities after recent evacuations and strengthening emergency humanitarian support.

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Job Purpose

The Field Coordinator acts as the delegated representative of the Country Director for the Sobat operational area.

The selected candidate will oversee:

• Emergency programme implementation
• Team leadership and coordination
• Security and access management
• Humanitarian stakeholder engagement
• Resource and logistics oversight
• Programme strategy development

The role requires strong humanitarian leadership skills in volatile and conflict-affected settings.

Key Job Responsibilities (JD)

Programme & Operational Leadership

The selected candidate will:

• Lead humanitarian operations in Sobat.
• Supervise implementation of emergency and early recovery WASH projects.
• Oversee Food Security & Livelihoods (FSL) interventions.
• Ensure programme activities comply with:
  • Organizational standards
  • Donor requirements
  • Humanitarian principles
  • Internal operational procedures
• Resume humanitarian activities in the Sobat corridor following recent disruptions.
• Design intervention approaches balancing mobile and static programming models.

Team Management & Staff Coordination

The Field Coordinator will:

• Lead and supervise national and expatriate teams.
• Provide mentoring, coaching, and performance oversight.
• Strengthen staff coordination and operational effectiveness.
• Ensure safe and effective deployment of field teams.

Security & Access Management

Responsibilities include:

• Managing staff safety in high-risk operational areas.
• Conducting security analysis and contextual risk monitoring.
• Supporting access negotiations with authorities and local communities.
• Addressing challenges related to:
  • Violence and armed conflict
  • Looting risks
  • Movement restrictions
  • Remote access constraints

Stakeholder Engagement & Representation

The selected professional will:

• Represent Solidarites International with:
  • Government authorities
  • INGOs
  • UN agencies
  • Donors
  • Community leaders
• Coordinate humanitarian response efforts to avoid duplication.
• Support engagement with political and humanitarian stakeholders.

Resource & Logistics Oversight

The role includes:

• Supervising programme resources and logistics.
• Supporting base establishment and operational planning.
• Monitoring financial and material resources.

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Priority Objectives During the First 2–3 Months

The successful candidate will focus on:

• Resuming suspended humanitarian activities
• Establishing a short-term operational strategy
• Designing intervention modalities (mobile vs static approach)
• Strengthening stakeholder coordination
• Improving access and humanitarian coverage

Education Requirements

Applicants should possess:

Required Qualification

• Master’s Degree in:
  • Humanitarian Studies
  • Development Studies
  • Social Sciences
  • Management
  • International Development
  • Or another relevant discipline

Additional training in humanitarian coordination, emergency response, WASH programming, security management, refugee response, or project management is considered advantageous.

Experience Requirements

Candidates must have:

Required Experience

• Minimum 5 years of humanitarian sector experience
• 3–4 years in similar senior leadership or field coordination roles

Preferred Experience

• Experience in:
  • Emergency response programming
  • NGO field coordination
  • Humanitarian security management
  • IDP and refugee response
  • Camp management and protection
  • Advocacy and humanitarian negotiations

Previous experience in South Sudan or similar conflict environments is highly desirable.

Experience working with Solidarites International (SI) or comparable humanitarian organizations is an added advantage.

Required Skills & Competencies

Technical Skills

• Team leadership and mentoring
• Humanitarian coordination
• Security management
• Programme planning and implementation
• Stakeholder engagement
• Report writing and documentation
• Crisis management and emergency response

Soft Skills

The ideal candidate should demonstrate:

• Cultural sensitivity
• Strong communication skills
• Adaptability and flexibility
• Decision-making abilities
• Problem-solving mindset
• Stress management skills
• Ability to work independently in remote locations

Language Requirements

• Fluent English (Written & Spoken) – Mandatory
• Arabic Language Skills – Advantageous

Salary, Benefits & Compensation

Salary Package

• Starting Gross Salary: EUR 3,080 per month
  • EUR 2,800 Base Salary
  • 10% Annual Leave Allowance Paid Monthly

Additional Benefits

• USD 700 Monthly Per Diem
• Accommodation fully covered
• International travel expenses covered
• Health and medical insurance
• Dental and ophthalmological care
• Medical evacuation and repatriation
• Welfare coverage including war risks
• Vaccination and antimalarial reimbursement

Leave & Break Benefits

• 7 Working Days Break Every 3 Months
• USD 850 Break Allowance
• 1 Additional Rest Day Per Month Worked
• Juba rest and remote work arrangements (every 6 weeks where feasible)

Living Conditions

Living conditions in Sobat are currently challenging due to operational changes after evacuation.

Candidates should be prepared for:

• Remote field environments
• Tent-based accommodation
• Limited NGO presence
• Restricted infrastructure
• Difficult communication access

This role is suitable for professionals comfortable working in hardship humanitarian contexts.

Safeguarding & Organizational Policies

Solidarites International maintains zero tolerance toward:

• Sexual exploitation and abuse (SEAH)
• Harassment and misconduct
• Corruption and fraud
• Human rights violations
• Conflict of interest

The organization promotes equal opportunity employment and non-discrimination.

How to Apply

Interested applicants should submit:

• Updated CV/Resume
• Cover Letter (Mandatory)
• Relevant professional documents

Apply through the official Solidarites International recruitment portal:

Important: CV-only applications will not be considered, and vacancies may close before the deadline. Candidates with strong experience in humanitarian coordination, emergency response, WASH, food security, refugee support, security management, NGO leadership, crisis response, donor-funded projects, and field operations are encouraged to apply early.