Field Coordinator

Responsibilities

In order to meet the North Korean refugees, you will:

• Prepare supplies, transportation, and equipment necessary for a successful mission.
• Communicate with newly arrived individuals, and devise a strategy to locate them.
• Locate and drive them to a safe location.

 

 

After bringing the individuals to a safe location, you will:

• Care for them and provide rest, food, and other essentials.
• Introduce LiNK, explain relevant resettlement processes, and answer questions.
• Conduct intake interviews.
• Prepare them for the remainder of their processing.

 

 

When not on a mission, you will:

• Organize and secure information gathered during missions.
• Conduct mission reconnaissance.
• Manage mission finances.
• Collaborate with HQ to gather and provide content for updates from the field.
• Collaborate with the US and ROK office to improve field documents and procedures.
• Follow up with resettled North Koreans to perform quality control on their stay in Southeast Asia.

Qualifications

• Dedication to and understanding of LiNK’s mission
• Honesty, motivation, a good work ethic and attitude
• Strong project management skills
• Excellent communication skills
• Critical thinking ability
• Flexibility, an open mind, and teachability
• Rational, calm decision-making skills, ability to think and respond quickly in a crisis
• Ability to work effectively in a team
• Advanced knowledge in technology (preferred)

Experience & Education

• English and Korean language fluency — reading, writing, and conversation
• At least five years driving experience with a good driving record

• Experience with Google Apps and smartphone operating systems
• Strong understanding of the North Korea issue and relevant issues regarding North Korean refugees

Minimum commitment of 18 months is required (this includes training).

This position is based in Southeast Asia. All nationalities are welcome to apply!