Field Coordinator – Greece | ReliefWeb 3 views

Europe Cares is a young and growing humanitarian organization supporting people on the move and standing up for human rights at the European external borders.

On Lesvos, we operate the community center Paréa Lesvos located within walking distance from the CCAC (or Mavrovouni refugee camp). The center offers a safe space where camp residents can access a wide range of services and programs offered by Europe Cares, as well as our 9 partner organizations, including MHPSS, medical and legal support, NFI distributions, informal education and integration support.

In Paréa, Europe Cares runs 10 programs, including basic needs, recreational activities and community engagement.

Position Summary

Our Field Coordinator is responsible for the overall supervision and evaluation of project activities ongoing in Paréa, including the coordination of project resources and reporting to the Executive Director. You will be in charge of the onboarding, daily support, supervision and mentoring of 6 staff members, and of the overall wellbeing of the team including 20 volunteers on average. Moreover, you will communicate with and support our 9 partner organizations operating in Paréa. You will represent Europe Cares locally and be the spokesperson with all relevant stakeholders. Finally, you will support the establishment of a new Europe Cares project on Lesvos, a social business offering employability skills training to people on the move and producing real clients orders.

The full-time role is based in Lesvos, Greece. The (ideal) starting date is March 2026.

Your daily tasks may involve:

Program & Service Oversight

• Supervise all services and programs offered by Europe Cares at Paréa (cafeteria, Women’s Space, Child-Friendly Space, Parea Club, security team, computer classes, laundry, van service, community garden, community engagement program) in direct collaboration with the Project Coordinator/s.
• Oversee services delivered by partner organizations and ensure alignment with Europe Cares’ values and principles.
• Monitor and evaluate the overall impact and effectiveness of all services offered at Paréa.
• Support and supervise the establishment and rollout of the new project, INKlusion.
• Support Volunteer Coordinator in the upkeep of the Volunteer Program, for community and visiting volunteers;
• Identify needs and opportunities for further development of the space and/or existing projects.

Financial & Administrative Management

• Ensure compliance with the operational budget.
• Carry out monthly payments for suppliers, utilities, and routine maintenance.
• Record and monitor monthly operational expenses and prepare monthly financial reports.
• Maintain strong communication with the accountant, focal point for all communication.

Team Leadership & Human Resources

• Support the central team in recruiting local staff members.
• Lead onboarding and training processes for new staff members.
• Supervise the performance of the staff team including through monthly feedback check-ins.
• Safeguard the overall wellbeing of staff and volunteers.
• Organize weekly coordination meetings and conduct regular individual check-ins with coordinators.
• Plan and facilitate team-building events, emergency meetings, and focus groups in close collaboration with the Volunteer Coordinator.

Safety & Crisis Response

• Ensure adherence to all Europe Cares guidelines, including the Code of Conduct, safeguarding policy, and other relevant internal policies.
• Train coordination and volunteer teams on the Europe Cares safety protocol and ensure full compliance.
• Act as a first responder in emergencies (e.g., natural disasters, conflicts, medical incidents, safeguarding concerns) and complete incident reports accordingly.

Partnership Coordination & Representation

• Serve as the focal point for daily communication and operational support with internal partners.

• Organize bilateral meetings, monthly partner meetings, and joint events with internal and external partners.

• Ensure partner compliance with Europe Cares’ Code of Conduct, safeguarding policy, MoUs, and safety protocols.

• Represent Europe Cares locally to visitors, partner organizations, NGOs, donors, and local authorities.

  Communication, Promotion & Reporting

• Promote Paréa’s services—including new EC initiatives, partner activities, and community events—in relevant coordination spaces.

• Promote Europe Cares’ social business initiatives and identify potential new partners or clients.

• Prepare detailed weekly and monthly reports on the development, activities, and impact of Paréa Lesvos.

• Represent Europe Cares operations in Lesvos to the Executive Director and Board of Directors when necessary.

What we are looking for:

• Eligible to reside and work in the EU (as a small NGO we are not able to offer assistance for visa applications);
• Able to commit for 18 months (with 6 months of probation period);
• Able to provide a clean Criminal Record Check;
• (Under-)graduate degree in a relevant field of study;
• At least 2 years of proven work experience in a management position within an international humanitarian context, representing the organization to external actors;
• At least 3 years experience in managing a team and individual staff members;
• Experience managing on-site projects in coordination with headquarters is an asset;
• Experience in budget management and monitoring cost effectiveness;
• Experience in conflict resolution and emergency management;
• Excellent communication & interpersonal skills;
• Excellent organizational & time management skills;
• Ability to work in high-paced environment and under pressure;
• High degree of flexibility and growth-oriented attitude;
• Ability to work independently and take initiative;
• Fluent in English. Other context relevant languages (i.e. Greek/ Farsi/Arabic/Turkish/Somali) are an advantage;
• High degree of integrity and strict compliance to Code of Conduct and Safeguarding Policy;
• Commitment to the values and mission of Europe Cares;
• (Ideally but not necessarily) an experienced driver with an international drivers license.

What you get:

• Greek full-time contract with 14 yearly salaries and social security. Monthly gross salary of € 1,830;
• 100-eur monthly supermarket vouchers;
• 30 paid annual leave days (1 week off every 8 weeks);
• Opportunity to grow in your role and join different projects;
• Regular training sessions & team building events;
• Support in the further development of professional skill set;
• Wide network of partner organizations and local actors;
• More coffee than you can drink, as well as breakfast, lunch and snacks (from Monday to Friday).