Details of Field Monitor-Cash Based Transfers (CBT)

Job description

Position: Field Monitor-Cash Based Transfers (CBT)

Location: Kismayo and Jamame, Lower Juba, Somalia

Duration: 10 months, renewable based on performance, funds, and need for the position

Closing date: 10th May 2025

Organization: Alight

DEPARTMENT/COUNTRY PROGRAM DESCRIPTION/MISSION

Alight is built on the way we see people. Understanding that a life is about so much more than simply satisfying basic needs, we’re working on how best to help the people we serve find connection, purpose, and joy in the challenging situations they find themselves in today.

We are dedicated to the principles that: abundance is everywhere; humans deserve human worthy service; radical accountability transforms our impact; everyone has the power to make change through democratic co- design; and by scaling deep we can rise to the size of the problem while staying close enough to respond to everyone.

The overall objective of the ALIGHT in Somalia program is to prevent death and alleviate human suffering among affected internally displaced persons (IDPs) in settlements and host communities where we work. ALIGHT has embarked on WASH, Health, Protection, shelter, and livelihood activities in lower juba region of Somalia and health and WASH program in both Banadir, Middle Shabelle Jubaland, Sool region and maroodijeex of Somaliland expand to other parts of the Country. Alight is taking a multi-sectoral approach in responding to the severe drought conditions through a range of activities including Health, Relief Commodities and WASH.

The Somalia Program of the Alight has fully-fledged offices in Mogadishu, Kismayo, Dhobley, Afmadow, Hargeisa, and Las Anod in Somaliland besides a liaison office in Nairobi, Kenya. Alight is working closely with national and regional authorities and with several Somalia-based international and national organizations to galvanize coordinated lifesaving humanitarian assistance to the people in need.

PRIMARY PURPOSE OF THE POSITION

  ALIGHT is implementing the Integrated Relief and Nutrition Project in Lower Juba. The Community Mobilizer will be responsible for conducting field-based project activities and coordinating with various project stakeholders at ALIGHT, including the Livelihoods and Food Security (LFS) programme, the Monitoring and Evaluation (M&E) team, and the Community Engagement and Accountability (CEA) team. The Mobilizer will be based in Kismayo and will support activities across all designated project target locations.

MAJOR AREAS OF ACCOUNTABILITY /PRIMARY DUTIES/RESPONSIBILITIES

Under the direct supervision and technical oversight from the Team leader the Field Monitor will:

• Conduct daily field visits to monitor the implementation of cash disbursements to targeted beneficiaries.
• Verify that cash assistance is delivered timely, in the correct amounts, and according to beneficiary entitlements and eligibility criteria.
• Work closely with financial service providers (FSPs) to monitor cash distribution processes and ensure that agreed standards are met.
• Assist in beneficiary registration, verification, and authentication processes, including use of biometrics
• Sensitize beneficiaries about the purpose, amount, and process of cash transfers, including grievance redress and complaint and feedback mechanisms (CFM).
• Receive and record complaints and feedback from beneficiaries and communities, ensuring prompt resolution or escalation according to ALIGHT’s Accountability Framework.
• Prepare and submit accurate, timely field monitoring reports including activity updates, challenges encountered, beneficiary feedback, and recommendations for improvement.
•  Participate in Post-Distribution Monitoring (PDM) surveys, Focus Group Discussions (FGDs), and Key Informant Interviews (KIIs) to assess program quality and impact.
• Ensure that program accountability materials (e.g., help desk logs, complaint records) are properly maintained and shared regularly.
•  Coordinate closely with community leaders, local authorities, and partner organizations to support safe and smooth project implementation.
•  Report any protection concerns, fraud risks, or misconduct observed during field activities immediately to supervisors following ALIGHT’s reporting procedures.
• Assist the programme team with additional tasks, including beneficiary training sessions and community mobilization.
• Follow ALIGHT’s security protocols and ensure personal safety during field movements.

Skills and qualifications

Standard Minimum Qualifications

• Degree from a recognized university, preferably with a degree in Social Sciences, Development Studies, Rural Development, Monitoring and Evaluation, Humanitarian Affairs, or related fields.
• Strong computer skills, including MS Office applications (Word, Excel, PowerPoint).
•  Fluency in English, with strong written and oral communication skills.
•  Ability to manage and work independently under pressure and in a fast-paced environment.
• High level of integrity, professionalism, and accountability.

Desired Skills and Experience

•  Previous experience working on humanitarian cash-based assistance or monitoring activities is an advantage.
• Familiarity with mobile data collection tools (e.g., KoboToolbox, ODK).
• Knowledge of humanitarian principles, accountability to affected populations (AAP), and protection mainstreaming.
•  Strong interpersonal skills, including the ability to work effectively with beneficiaries, community leaders, local authorities, and other stakeholders.
• Commitment to ALIGHT's mission and values, including diversity, equity, inclusion, and dignity for all.

How to apply

Kindly send your CV, Cover letter and copies of relevant academic and technical qualifications to: SMJobs@wearealight.org not later than 10th May 2025

NB: Please state on the Subject line of the e-mail: Community Mobilizer.

Apply to SMJobs@wearealight.org