FIELD OFFICER (FO) – MRED III (Code : 077-FO MRED)

General Position Summary

The Field Officer will be responsible for directly working with the communities and local partners in the project location areas for the implementation of a Community-Based Disaster Risk Management (CBDRM) model, Livelihood Nexus, in close collaboration with the District Disaster Management Agency (BPBD) and other stakeholders.

Essential Job Responsibilities

STRATEGY AND PLANNING

• Work with the Program Deputy Program Manager to develop and support the regional strategy.
• With guidance from the Program Deputy Program Manager, he/she will mobilize communities at both the Dusun and Desa levels to meaningfully engage in the program.
• Collaborate with Partner to facilitate Village Preparedness Team (KSB) and Business Owned Enterprises (BUMDES) on strengthening community resilience.
• The Field Officer will be responsible for 2–3 target villages located in Kulawi Subdistrict
• Collaborate with the whole project team, contributing to the entire project lifecycle.
• Organize and monitor schedules and see that deadlines are met.
• Coordinate efforts within the team and with outside consultants efficiently.
• Report updates verbally and in written form to management
• Complete any necessary administrative tasks, such as research and email.
• Provide recommendations to the Deputy Program Manager and all focal points regarding the related findings from the field or community.
• Support the coordination and monitoring of project activities at the field level, ensuring that implementation schedules are met in accordance with the detailed activity plan and that adherence to systems for quality project implementation is strengthened.
• Support beneficiaries throughout the project life cycle and conduct regular data collection to monitor project progress. This is done through activities that include, but are not limited to, follow-up calls, field visits, coaching, and mentorship.
• Compile data provided at the community level in accordance with project requirements and contribute to the preparation of reports, assessments, and evaluations.
• Share insights and perspectives based on observations and interactions with the community members, colleagues and stakeholders.

SAFEGUARDING RESPONSIBILITIES

• Actively learns about safeguarding and integrates it into their work, including safeguarding risks and mitigations relevant to their area of work.
• Practices the values of Mercy Corps, including respect for the dignity and well-being of participants and fellow team members.
• Encourages openness and communication within their team; encourages team members to submit reports if they have any concerns through reporting mechanisms, e.g., the Integrity Hotline and other options.

Knowledge and Experience

• Minimum education required: Bachelor’s degree in agriculture, engineering, or a related field
• Degree in a relevant subject or an equivalent combination of education and experience
• At least 2 years of work experience in DRR and Livelihood programs at the community level
• Training and workshop facilitation skills
• With guidance from the Deputy Program Manager and DRR focal point, he/she will mobilize communities at the Dusun and Desa levels to meaningfully engage in the program.
• Ability to meet deadlines and be agile and flexible.
• Strong management, team building, and capacity development skills.
• Demonstrated attention to detail, ability to follow procedures, meet deadlines, and work both independently and cooperatively with team members.
• The ability and desire to grow both individually and professionally.
• Knowledge of Sphere standards and other training in humanitarian response preferred.

Living Conditions / Environmental Conditions

This position will be based in Palu, Central Sulawesi, with regular visits to the field in the target villages and occasional stays in villages where the environment is largely stable but living conditions may be rudimentary.

Accountability to Participants and Stakeholders

Mercy Corps team members are expected to support all efforts toward accountability, specifically to our program participants, community partners, other stakeholders, and to international standards guiding international relief and development work. We are committed to actively engaging communities as equal partners in the design, monitoring and evaluation of our field projects.

Team Engagement and Effectiveness

Achieving our mission starts with how we build our team and collaborate. By bringing together individuals with a variety of experiences, backgrounds, and perspectives, we strengthen our ability to solve complex challenges and drive innovation. We foster a culture of trust and respect, where every team member is valued for their contributions, empowered to reach their full potential, and motivated to do their best work. We recognize that building a strong and effective team is an ongoing process, and we remain committed to learning, improving, and growing together.

Equal Employment Opportunity

Mercy Corps is an equal opportunity employer committed to providing equal employment opportunities to all employees and qualified applicants for employment without regard to race, color, sex, sexual orientation, religion or belief, national origin, age, disability, marital status, veteran status, or any other characteristics protected under applicable law.

Safeguarding & Ethics

Mercy Corps is committed to ensuring that all individuals we come into contact with through our work, whether team members, community members, program participants or others, are treated with respect and dignity. We are committed to the core principles regarding prevention of sexual exploitation and abuse laid out by the UN Secretary General and IASC and have signed on to the Interagency Misconduct Disclosure Scheme. We will not tolerate child abuse, sexual exploitation, abuse, or harassment by or of our team members. As part of our commitment to a safe and inclusive work environment, team members are expected to conduct themselves in a professional manner, respect local laws and customs, and to adhere to Mercy Corps Code of Conduct Policies and values at all times. Team members are required to complete mandatory Code of Conduct elearning courses upon hire and on an annual basis.

As an applicant, if you witness or experience any form of sexual misconduct during the recruitment process, please report this to Mercy Corps Integrity Hotline (integrityhotline@mercycorps.org).

How to Apply

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“077-FO MRED”

By applying for this position, applicants attest that they have never violated a sexual misconduct, sexual exploitation and abuse, child safeguarding, or human trafficking policy and have never been disciplined for violating an employer’s code of conduct.

The vacancy will be closed on 21 July 2026 and only shortlisted candidates will be contacted for interview. We look forward to hearing from those who are interested in taking this opportunity to grow and develop with us.

Thank You,

Human Resources Department

Mercy Corps Indonesia