Programs Manager

Position Summary   The PM is responsible for the effective and efficient management of the organization in line with ALEF values and the policy guidelines defined by the board.   Duties and responsibilities  Contribute to the strategic planning and development of ALEF Contribute to the development strategies for  communication, regional expansion, fundraising, outreach and organizational development Ensure that annual action plans are prepared for all projects in the framework of the overall strategy Ensure that all the projects are implemented in accordance with ALEF values and policy guidelines Together with the relevant staff, identify opportunities for new projects and pursue possible donors Contribute to and ensure that project proposals, concept papers and budgets are drafted and submitted on time Develop and maintain close and good collaboration with donors, partners and other stakeholders Contribute to and supervise the implementation of the monitoring and evaluation framework, Support team members professionally and monitor and support stress management, including regular documented team meetings for planning and reporting purposes. Maintain good inter-team communications, /dynamics, and take suitable action when problems occur. Overall responsibility for management of ALEF offices including the overall financial budgeting and expenditures, staff management, administrative issues, security, logistics and other aspects Ensure appropriate administrative, financial and logistical systems/procedures are maintained and adhered to Responsible for safety and  well-being of all team members Develop and maintain internal financial and progress monitoring and reporting systems Ensure that timely narrative and financial reports are provided to the donors and to the Board    General Qualifications Academic background in Human Rights or related field (political sciences; international relations; social sciences; etc) highly preferred and/or relevant experience in the field;  Demonstrated experience in similar positions. Experience in European Commission-funded projects is an asset; Good knowledge of the situation in Lebanon (political, social, cultural, security…etc.); Able to exercise good political judgment, thorough analysis and diplomacy; Able to take strategic decisions and to capitalize on previous experience; Good organizational and managerial skills and ability to supervise several projects simultaneously; Excellent financial management skills; Strong communication skills – written and verbal Proficiency in English & Arabic; Proficiency in MS Office skills Able to work under pressure and to overcome challenges; Team leader; Motivated; Adherence to Human Rights values and ethics; Understanding of equal opportunities, cultural diversity and gender issues.    Conditions:  Fees: Undisclosed.  Vacancy Contact:  Interested Candidates should send a letter expressing their interest and how their skills and experience meet the requirements of the positions to jobsalef@gmail.comand put Alef-PM in the Subject Line.  The letter of interest should include the following:   Experience of the candidate and relevance to the position Resume/CV of the candidate   Deadline for Applications: April 1, 2012   Only candidates who meet the requirements will be contacted.   ALEF is an equal opportunity employer and does not discriminate on the basis of race, ethnicity, national origin, political affiliation, religion, gender, disability, and/or sexual orientation