Lebanon

Primary tasks

Communications and Marketing responsibilities:

• Followand implement SB OverSeas Communication Plan
• Write, edit, and send daily and weekly content for social media outlets (Facebook, Instagram, Twitter) to Project Development and Communication Officer
• Create new ideas for press releases and marketing campaigns
• Follow and search for conferences to attend on the behalf of SB OverSeas
• Develop marketing strategies that are both sustainable and maintain SB’s mission of non-profit activities to advertise our products and sell in larger quantities
• Develop strategies to contact companies and organizations in both Lebanon and in Europe who wish to collaborate with SB OverSeas and sell our products
• Collaborate with Empowerment Development Intern, Communication Intern, and Project Development Officer to propose new ideas for activities based on the demand of companies and organizations who wish to work with SB OverSeas by offering their designs and logo
• Generate a weekly and monthly status report to Project Development Officer indicating success rate and progression of work (e.g number of conferences attended and partnerships established)

 

Teaching responsibilities:

• Plan and deliver lessons in English, Maths and Science
• Submit weekly lesson plans for each of the classes
• Teach English to centre staff and tutoring children in need of extra support
• Support extra-curricular activities for children, some taking place on the weekends
• Attend training sessions and team meetings
• Report to ESL Officer for teaching evaluations and supervision

 

Secondary tasks

• Support staff with extra tasks such as organizing donations, planning celebrations, doing outreach and distribution
• Creatively explore social and news media to optimize exposure of marketing campaigns
• Foster at least one new partnership and platform per month
• Collaborate with Communications team in Brussels Headquarters for larger press releases and campaigns
• Study SB OverSeas digital marketing channels and online content to develop new strategies for increasing sales
• Plan and run a digital fundraiser for SB’s products

 

Essential Qualifications:

• Experience working with refugees and at-risk individuals
• High-level working English
• Experience working with children
• Multi-national and humanitarian experience

Personal Attributes:

• Highly motivated, energetic, and capable of independent work
• Well organised
• Confident and direct when representing SB Overseas in official fora
• Displays strong personal initiative
• Works well under pressure
• Social and engaging with excellent interpersonal skills
• Flexible and open to new ideas
• Calm and rational with a logical and analytical approach to problems

 

SB OverSeas is a non-profit organization working in Belgium and in Lebanon, assisting those escaping conflict through education and empowerment programs all while providing aid and raising awareness of the humanitarian crisis.

SB OverSeas is looking for interns to join us in the Internship Programme for 2020. These internship positions are catered to individuals who are eager to develop their teaching skills as well as put into practice additional skills or interests in the field of communications and marketing.

The internship includes an Arabic language course that helps elevate the interns ability to communicate in classrooms, immerse quicker into the community, and gain Arabic proficiency, a vital skill in the international field. These language courses take place twice a week and are catered to their specific level. Language certificates are provided.

For more information please head to our website https://sboverseas.org/internship, where you can also apply online. Any questions can be directed to hq.intern@sboverseas.org

Required profile and experience

Education

• Master degree in Refugee law, International Human Rights Law, Forced Migration and Refugee Studies, International Cooperation (development/emergency context) Gender studies or other relevant to the position

Professional Experience

• At least 5 years in humanitarian assistance and 2 years of international relief and emergency experience in senior (Field Coordination and up) positions in a multicultural environment, preferably in emergency setting
• Previous experience in the Middle East region (desirable)
• Experience in conflict/post-conflict contexts, with experience in supporting emergency responses, access and security analysis and management

 Professional Requirements

• Background in protection and human rights emergency projects, especially in SGBV and Child Protection
• Ability to set high standards for quality of work and quick adaptability and flexibility in stressful environment
• Ability to manage human, technical, administrative and financial resources.
• Facilitating and encouraging open communication in the team, communicating effectively.

 Languages

• Fluency in English, spoken and written;
• Arabic is an asset

 Personal Requirements

• Perfect knowledge of all the phases of the PCM.
• Ability to work in partnership with local organizations and under stressful conditions.
• Excellent diplomacy skills
• Ability to delegate and work in team
• Flexibility (will have to take on responsibilities that might not be directly on his/her JD)
• Adaptability to changing work environment and possible volatile security situation
• Stress management skills: ability to work under pressure to meet tight deadlines, with peaks of heavy workloads;
• Good communication skills, both written and oral.
• Self-development, initiative-taking.
• Strong organizational and problem-solving skills with analytic approach.
• Good computing skills

INTERSOS is an independent humanitarian organization that assists the victims of natural disasters, armed conflicts and exclusion. Its activities are based on the principles of solidarity, justice, human dignity, equality of rights and opportunities, respect for diversity and coexistence, paying special attention to the most vulnerable people.

Terms of reference

Job Title: Head of Base / Protection Project Manager

Code: SR-34-1178

Duty station: Zahle, Bekaa, Lebanon

Starting date: 15/01/2020

Contract duration: Until the 31^st of December 2020

Reporting to: Programme Coordinator, Head of Mission

Supervision of: 67 (UNHCR project staff); 72 total base staff – to be revised in 2020

Dependents: Yes

 General context of the project

The Protection project in Bekaa is designed and implemented in accordance with the Lebanon Crisis Response Plan, UNHCR and INTERSOS Protection Frameworks. This project aims at reinforcing effective protection environment for Syrian refugees and other vulnerable communities in Central and West Bekaa providing access to structured and quality protection services.

 In 2019, INTERSOS was implementing a multicomponent project including : running of Community Development Centres, GBV case management, PSS, Legal services, Outreach Volunteers, protection monitoring and warehouse management.

 The project for 2020 is currently under discussion with UNHCR and, if its renewal is foreseen, it is likely that the GBV case management component will be gradually handed over to national partner throughout the year 2020.

 General purpose of the position

The position includes two main components: the management of the UNHCR funded protection project, and the global supervision of the Zahlé base and its daily functioning.

 On the project management, the Project Manager is responsible for the overall management, economic and financial administration of the project and for its entire implementation process, ensuring the achievement of its objectives and results.

 As a head of base, s/he is responsible for the coordination of essential support functions (i.e. administration, logistics, security management) to ensure a smooth running of the office. He also represents INTERSOS in coordination mechanisms/forum (Interagency) and toward the different stakeholders.

Main responsibilities and tasks

Programme

2020 project’s components handover (according to current project discussion, to be refined)

• Ensures the proper handing over of the protection component to national partner by planning, implementing and monitoring the process according to the action plan.
• Represents INTERSOS for all interaction and negotiation during the process, notably with UNHCR and the involved stakeholder (national identified NGO)
• In coordination with the support department (logistic, HR and admin), anticipates and adapts the needed resources

 Project management

• Ensures an effective planning, implementation as well as monitoring and evaluation of the UNHCR funded project’s sub-components and timely delivery services according to targets set in the project description.
• Guarantees an efficient financial management for the project, in compliance with INTERSOS model and donor regulations
• Conducts regular meetings with program and support (as needed) staff to follow up on project implementation including revision of targets against achievements, identification of gaps in the response in order to define needed adjustments in the implementation
• Undertakes regular field visits to provide technical guidance and supervision as well as regularly monitoring the progress of project activities.
• Works closely with colleagues in order to ensure the integration of project activities with other sectors.
• Coordinates with logistics, administration and finance units to procure all equipment, supplies and materials required to implement the project activities, ensuring cost efficiency and accountability in compliance with INTERSOS and donor regulations and procedures.
• In coordination with the administration and finance units, approves the release of installment payments to suppliers in line with the works progress.
• Prepares periodic project narrative and financial reports as well as other ad hoc reports, according to INTERSOS and donor requirements.
• Supports the development, implementation and evaluation of the Mission strategy and programme.
• Ensures the integration of activities with other INTERSOS projects, as well as coordinating with other actors intervening in the same area.
• Represents INTERSOS in relevant thematic working groups as well as other coordination and meetings, as needed.

 Human resources:

• Addresses hiring needs for local workforce and managing contracts in accordance to guidelines provided by the Head of Mission.
• Manages project staff and promoting role-positioning, education, training, growth and assumption of responsibility.
• Supervises, motivating and appraising project staff, while promoting cohesion.
• Appraises senior project staff by means of performance appraisal forms to be shared with the Head of Mission.
• In coordination with the Human Resources Unit, carries out recruitment procedures when needed.
• Identifies training opportunities as well as providing trainings for staff, coordinating and supervising the project staff and evaluating their performance.

 Working relationships:

• Establishes and maintains collaborative relations with relevant donor officers, local authorities, partners, project stakeholders and other organizations working in the project areas.
• Proactively engages with donors, international NGO and other actors participating at sectorial coordination meetings and/or working in the project locations.
• Proactively participates in protection and relevant clusters/working groups, as well as relevant inter-sectorial coordination meetings.
• Defines the operating processes required to ensure a proper management of the project (roles, procedures, decision-making, operating processes, working methodologies, etc.).

 As head of base

Coordination and representation

• Represents INTERSOS towards stakeholders (municipalities, donors, organizations, Interagency) in the area
• Liaises with the coordination team and share all the relevant information
• Participates to the Country coordination meeting
• Organizes weekly coordination meeting at the base level
• In charge of the daily running of the office

 Support to the support department, with the support of the coordinators

• Supervises the logistical department to ensure a smooth functioning, including procedures, fleet management, facilities…
• Supports the admin department
• Supervises the team (attendance, general management…)

Security management

• Responsible to follow up the context in the area and the security incident
• Liaises with the security officer and HoM to take appropriate measures

Other objectives and duties:

• As requested by the Head of Mission (or Programme Coordinator), for the effective implementation of the project.

Required profile and experience

Education

• Master degree in Refugee law, International Human Rights Law, Forced Migration and Refugee Studies, International Cooperation (development/emergency context) Gender studies or other relevant to the position

 Professional Experience

• At least 5 years in humanitarian assistance and 2 years of international relief and emergency experience in senior (Field Coordination and up) positions in a multicultural environment, preferably in emergency setting
• Previous experience in the Middle East region (desirable)
• Experience in conflict/post-conflict contexts, with experience in supporting emergency responses, access and security analysis and management

 Professional Requirements

• Background in protection and human rights emergency projects, especially in SGBV and Child Protection
• Ability to set high standards for quality of work and quick adaptability and flexibility in stressful environment
• Ability to manage human, technical, administrative and financial resources.
• Facilitating and encouraging open communication in the team, communicating effectively.

 Languages

• Fluency in English, spoken and written;
• Arabic is an asset

 Personal Requirements

• Perfect knowledge of all the phases of the PCM.
• Ability to work in partnership with local organizations and under stressful conditions.
• Excellent diplomacy skills
• Ability to delegate and work in team
• Flexibility (will have to take on responsibilities that might not be directly on his/her JD)
• Adaptability to changing work environment and possible volatile security situation
• Stress management skills: ability to work under pressure to meet tight deadlines, with peaks of heavy workloads;
• Good communication skills, both written and oral.
• Self-development, initiative-taking.
• Strong organizational and problem-solving skills with analytic approach.
• Good computing skills

 HOW TO APPLY:

For further information and to apply, follow the link below:

https://www.intersos.org/posizioni-aperte/#intersosorg-vacancies/vacancy-details/5d89b5a99ad3f10012b57147/

 In case you encounter difficulties applying through INTERSOS platform, you can also apply by sending your CV and motivation letter (both in PDF version) via email to recruitment@intersos.org, with subject line: “ SR-34-1178 – Head of Base / Protection Project Manager ”.

Please also mention the name, position and contact details of at least two references, including the line manager during your last job. Family members are to be excluded.

 Only short-listed candidates will be contacted for the first interview.

Required profile and experience

Education

• Master degree in Refugee law, Development, International Human Rights Law, Forced Migration and Refugee Studies, Gender studies or other relevant to the position

Professional Experience

• At least 5 years in humanitarian assistance and 2 years of international relief and emergency experience in senior (Field Coordination and up) positions in a multicultural environment,
• Previous experience in the Middle East region (desirable)
• Experience in conflict/post-conflict contexts, with experience in supporting emergency responses, access and security analysis and management
• Experience in Protection
• Experience in need assessment and project design

Professional Requirements

• Background in protection and human rights projects
• Ability to set high standards for quality of work and quick adaptability and flexibility in stressful environment
• Ability to manage human, technical, administrative and financial resources.
• Good expertise in monitoring (target analysis, budget management and follow up, financial plannig…)
• Facilitating and encouraging open communication in the team, communicating effectively.
• Skills and achievement in project proposal or report writing

Languages

• Fluency in English and Italian, spoken and written;
• Arabic is an asset

Personal Requirements

• Perfect knowledge of all the phases of the PCM.
• Ability to work in partnership with local organizations and under stressful conditions.
• Excellent diplomacy skills
• Ability to delegate and work in team
• Flexibility (will have to take on responsibilities that might not be directly on his/her JD)
• Adaptability to changing work environment and possible volatile security situation
• Stress management skills: ability to work under pressure to meet tight deadlines, with peaks of heavy workloads;
• Good communication skills, both written and oral.
• Self-development, initiative-taking.
• Strong organizational and problem-solving skills with analytic approach.
• Good computing skills

INTERSOS is an independent humanitarian organization that assists the victims of natural disasters, armed conflicts and exclusion. Its activities are based on the principles of solidarity, justice, human dignity, equality of rights and opportunities, respect for diversity and coexistence, paying special attention to the most vulnerable people.                      

Terms of reference

Job Title: Country Programme Coordinator

Code: SR-34-1171

Duty station: The post holder will be based in Beirut, Lebanon with frequent missions in the Country

Starting date: 01/12/2019

Contract duration: 13 months

Reporting to: Head of Mission

Supervision of: 6 project managers

Dependents: yes

General context of the project

INTERSOS is an Italian non-profit, humanitarian aid organization founded in 1992. INTERSOS works towards a world of equality, justice, peace and solidarity, to achieve this INTERSOS helps people to live in dignity and safety, alleviating suffering and meeting their needs. The mission of INTERSOS is to support people, families and communities in areas most effected by crisis around the world, providing crucial assistance to populations in life threatening situations, in situations of famine and suffering resulting from extreme poverty, disasters, and conflict.

INTERSOS started to work in Lebanon in 2006 to support the Lebanese people affected by the Lebanese-Israeli war. Since 2013 INTERSOS has been supporting the vulnerable populations in Lebanon affected by the Syrian conflict, including both Syrian refugees and affected Lebanese people.

Today INTERSOS has 4 bases in Lebanon (North, South, Bekaa and Mount Lebanon) and implements 6 projects in different sectors: Protection, which is the biggest part of the portfolio, WASH and Shelter. The main donors are UNHCR, and AICS.

General purpose of the position

The Country Programme Coordinator will assist the Head of Mission with the overall country programme development and management in accordance with INTERSOS’ country strategies, plans and policies.

 The Programme Coordinator is responsible to (general duties)

 Key responsibilities

• Ensuring a quality implementation of the projects implemented in Lebanon, with the support of technical staff and MEAL department
• Providing project management support to Project Managers.
• Direct responsible of the line management of the Project Managers (in coordination with HoM)
• Play a key role in the definition of the Strategy of the mission
• Lead the development of new concepts and proposals (design of the project rationale, logframe, budget and narrative) in collaboration with technical department and under the supervision of the HoM.
• Monitor, evaluate and support the implementation of the program, supervise and coordinate also the donor reporting
• Represent INTERSOS in relevant meeting. Main focal point for Italian donors.
• Act as Deputy Head of Mission

Main responsibilities and tasks

Quality implementation

• Provide a support and supervision to the Project Managers through regular field visit, meeting with the staff and the line managers, supervise the planning of the activities and programs.
• Coordinate with the MEAL/Quality Department to ensure a proper follow up on the quality of the programme.

 Human Resources - technical support to Project Managers.

• Play the role of line Manager of the Project Managers.
• In collaboration with HR and HoM, support the recruitment of the staff
• Build the capacities and supervise the Project Managers
• Responsible of the evaluation of the project Managers.
• Propose training and identify capacity building for the national and international staff (nationalization of the staff is a priority of the mission).

 Strategy Development and new funding            

• Lead the definition of the programming strategy for INTERSOS with HoM
• Support the HoM to design a Lebanon Country Strategy.
• Lead the design of potential funding opportunities and the new proposal (coordination and writing)

Monitor, Evaluation and Supervision of Project Management

• Provide direction to Project Managers of the work planning, budgets and spending
• Support the Project Managers in the planning and the monitoring of the achievement of the activities, deliverables and budget.
• Provide feedbacks on the monthly monitoring tool (PAT) to PMs (both technical and financial)
• Ensure that the Project Manager produce high quality donor report

Representation, Coordination and Advocacy

• Establish and maintain collaborative relations with relevant donors, local authorities, partners, project stakeholders and other organizations working in the project areas.
• Proactively engagewith donors, international NGO and other actors participating at coordination meetings.
• Guarantee productive working relationships with relevant Working Groups at the national level.
• Ensure the participation of INTERSOS to relevant Working Groups and Task Forces (responsibilities can be delegated)
• Brief Head of Mission and relevant Project Managers on discussions held during working groups.
• Organize programme meetings on a monthly basis.     
• Developing strategic partnerships with local organizations, wherever possible.

Reporting

• Monthly report to be submitted on the 15th of the month to the supervisor on activities and Programme Achievements.

Other objectives and duties:

• As requested by the Head of Mission, for the effective implementation and quality of the activities of the mission

 

HOW TO APPLY:

For further information and to apply, follow the link below:

https://www.intersos.org/posizioni-aperte/#intersosorg-vacancies/vacancy-details/5d8315494364130012732062/                                             

In case you encounter difficulties applying through INTERSOS platform, you can also apply by sending your CV and motivation letter (both in PDF version) via email to recruitment@intersos.org, with subject line: “SR-34-1171 – Country Programme Coordinator - Lebanon”.

Please also mention the name, position and contact details of at least two references, including the line manager during your last job. Family members are to be excluded.

Only short-listed candidates will be contacted for the first interview.

Education

University Degree in education or related field;

 Competencies

• 2 years management experience in an NGO environment, including Education and emergencies experience;

• Proficient user of MS office

• Experience in managing projects focusing on child protection / psychosocial support / education;

• A very good understanding of the public Lebanese Education system;

• Knowledge of logistics, including procurement;

• Knowledge of international humanitarian systems, institutions and donors, and of procedures, accountability frameworks and best practices in emergency management;

• Excellent interpersonal, communication and presentation skills;

• Demonstrated people and financial management skills;

• Attention to detail

• Fluency in English

 We are looking for a highly motivated and capable individual with experience with experience at field level and knowledge of our modus operandi.

 Overview:

SB Overseas is a non-profit, non-governmental organisation based in Brussels, Belgium. Founded in 2013, SB Overseas provides direct and urgent humanitarian aid to civilians in conflict zones in refugee camps in neighbouring countries. SB Overseas provides hope and opportunity to women and children whose lives have been torn apart by conflict by providing education, emergency aid and by fostering empowerment for refugees in Lebanon, and Belgium.

For more information please visit: www.sboverseas.org

Position reports to: Lebanon Head of Mission

Location: Saida

Position in the center: S/he manages a team (teachers, educators, Psychologist…)

Start date: May

Duration: One year (with possibility of renewal)

If you are interested in the position please send your CV to jobs@sboverseas.org

 Among the functions and the results s/he is expected to achieve:

 1- Manage and oversee the programs, activities, operations and team members and ensure the successful achievement of planned goals and strategies.

2-Oversee the development of programs that align with SB’s strategic plan in coordination with team members.

3-Coordinate with the HQ-Leb to ensure proper implementation of projects in compliance with SB’s strategies, rules and policies as well as with the sector’s best practices and the national and international accepted standards and regulations.

4-Develop project budget and ensure that appropriate budget management practices are maintained at all times and that all reporting practices are in line with donors’ requirements — in coordination with the HQ-Leb.

5-Liaise with partners and donors to develop new relations and maintain the current ones while ensuring proper communication and the development of innovative fundraising strategies that will result in the acquirement of new contracts — in coordination with the HQ-Leb.

6-Maintain a good relationship with SB’s partners and develop a fundraising strategy to motivate funding of SB’s programs and activities.

7-Develop and maintain positive, constructive and supportive relationships among the different projects, teams, partners, and other relevant stakeholders.

 

Duties and Responsibilities

Strategic Program Management

Define, develop and implement the operational programing in the center:

• S/He develops the strategy for the Education, Vocation Training in close coordination with the Head of Mission.

• S/He technically defines the Education, Vocation Training component in the whole programming strategy at mission level in close coordination with the Head of Mission.

• S/He strongly supports the writing of concept notes, proposals and budgets for new projects and extensions of projects in coordination with the Head of Mission.

• S/He supervises and follows up the implementation of Education, Vocation Training (objectives achievement, follow up of the indicators, respect of the work plan).

• S/He identifies the best practices in the Education, Vocation Training and ensures their capitalization.

• S/He shares documentation about Education, Vocation Training with the team.

 Manage the Education, Vocation Training team:

• S/He ensures the technical supervision of Education, Vocation Training team.

• S/He ensures the administrative HR management (daily attendance, leaves management) in collaboration with the HQ-Leb

• S/He ensures timely completion and submission of appraisals for Education, Vocation Training staff.

• In coordination with the HQ-Leb, S/He clearly defines the training needs of Education, Vocation Training staff and ensures they are able to access training and professional development resources appropriate to their skill gaps/needs.

 Ensure logistical, administrative monitoring of the Education, Vocation Training

• S/He is kept informed about the budget follow up analysis and approves any decision to be taken related to the modification of the Education, Vocation Training budgets (reallocation, change of activities, project extension) in coordination with the Head of Mission.

• In collaboration with the logistics coordination, S/He contributes to analyzing bids made by suppliers for purchases with stringent technical specifications

 Partnership & Networking

1. Supervise the management of partnership relations and ensure smooth communication and productive collaboration with all partners, networks and stakeholders.

2. Overview the joint interventions between SB and its partners and ensure that all activities follow proper quality measures, accountability and adherence to the principles that SB fosters (such as gender sensitivity, Do No Harm, etc.).

3. Support SB’s partners in the development and implementation of joint projects/interventions.

4. Ensure the collaboration of and coordination among SB’s partners if they are working on the same projects.

5. Organize meetings with partners to discuss project impediments, risks and assumptions, needed resources or issues/delays in completing planned tasks.

6. Represents SB to Education, Vocation Training in relevant sectors and ensure goodrelationships are maintained with each of them.

Program Fundraising

1. Monitor and explore gender-related strategic opportunities and budget lines and accordingly develop matching concepts and proposals that would raise proper funds — while working in close collaboration with the project team and the HQ-Leb.

2. Develop fundraising strategies, diversify aid resources and target individuals, foundations and corporate funding sources.

3. Manage funding strategies and activities to ensure the sustainability and viability of SB's programs.

4. Manage and maintain SB’s relations with current partners and donors as well as plan to create new partnerships with agencies and donors both locally and internationally.

5. Contribute in building SB’s visibility and in promoting its achievements, value propositions, quality services and competitive advantages.

 Reporting and Communication

1. Provide regular updates and monthly reports to the HQ-Leb on all issues related to the programs’ progress, challenges, achievements and other important or emerging issues.

2. Ensure communication flow internally by putting effective practices for regular project team meetings, reviews, reporting, information and knowledge sharing and management.

3. Ensure most effective and external communication by reporting timely with partners, donors and stakeholders.

4. Organize regular meetings with the team (both separately and collectively) to discuss project wins, achievements, impediments, risks, emerging needs, delays and measures that should be taken.

5. Serve as a focal point to communicate and resolve interface and integration issues with all programs.

6. Provide professional guidance, technical support, mentoring and coaching to the team to help them manage their activities more effectively.

7. Motivate the team through SB’s values and principles.

8. Support team members and implementation of the capacity building plan of the teams.

9. Ensure proper capacity development and the use of best practices, proper attitudes and behavior by all the team members.

10. Create an environment oriented to trust, open communication, creative thinking, and cohesive team effort.

11. Assess team performance regularly and encourage creativity, learning and constant improvement.

12. Recognize and celebrate team members’ accomplishments and exceptional performances.

13. Manage and resolve personal and professional conflicts among team members.