Project Manager

Main tasks and responsibilities: -        Developing, implementing and monitoring the local program of the RLS (e.g. the organization of round tables, workshops, exchange programs) -        Establishing and maintain a network with cooperation partners from Lebanon respectively Syria and Iraq active in the field of peace and conflict, peace building, and post-conflict settings -        Developing and contributing to RLS analytical and public relation work -        Supporting the overall performance and further development of RLS office in Beirut -        Assisting in setup and support content of the office infrastructure in Beirut -        Effectively communicating relevant information to the Director and the team of RLS and to the headquarters of RLS in Berlin   Professional and personal requirements: -        Master’s degree in social science or related fields -        Good analytical and factual understanding of Lebanese and regional politics (Syria, Iraq), civil society and grassroots movements -        Minimum of 5 years professional experience in project management or related fields -        Working experience with NGOs in the region -        Sharing the understandings and values of RLS -        Willingness to travel -        Convenience in working in an international setting -        Ability to work in a small team, conduct tasks independently and professionally -        Fluency in spoken and written English and Arabic; German is an asset -        Highly motivated, highly communicative and creative, well-organized