Project Coordinator

We are Searchers. 

We are over 600 strong worldwide. We believe in our mission to end violent conflict.  

It’s our purpose- our call to action. 
 

A Searcher understands our vision of a world where: 
Differences stimulate social progress, rather than precipitate violence

Respect for and cooperation with those we disagree with is considered the norm

A Searcher is a dedicated, enthusiastic and passionate individual, committed to our values.
Shared Humanity. Empathy. Impartiality.  Inclusivity. Courage.  Hope. Humility. Audacity.

With headquarters in Washington, DC and Brussels, Belgium, we implement projects from 55 offices in 34 countries, including in Africa, Asia, Europe, the Middle East, and the United States. You will be joining other highly motivated Searchers with a good team spirit and through commitment and dedication, have opportunities to grow.

We are searching for…

Project Coordinator who will be responsible for managing the implementation of a six-month project whose goal is to promote women’s participation in politics by engaging with political parties and media actors. This position is for a proposal Search will submit and depends upon our being awarded the project by the donor. We will confirm the position by the end of September. The Project Coordinator will oversee day-to-day operations and implement the project’s activities, ensuring that the program is on-time, within budget, and delivers high-quality results.

Your contribution

The responsibilities will be:

• Implement project activities in a timely manner ensuring good quality action and credible outcomes;
• Implement the financial and administrative systems necessary for the execution of the project;
• Develop and maintain proactive, positive and professional relationships with partner organizations, other NGOs, donors, politicians, key government officials, civil society groups, religious groups, and media outlets within Lebanon;
• Identify and maintain relations with local organisations and local media outletsto ensure sustainability of the action;
• Maintain regular written and oral reporting with the Projects Manager andSearch’s management team;
• Ensure media coverage of program events;
• Develop regular reports on project activities and finances;
• Ensure compliance with Search Operations Manual policies and procedures;
• Ensure necessary prior arrangements are made for training activities; and
• Develop and maintain project records such as databases, reports and records of decisions.

As job descriptions cannot be exhaustive, the position holder may be required to undertake other duties that are broadly in line with the above key duties.

You are…

Search Lebanon seeks an experienced person with the following qualifications

• Lebanese citizen
• At least five years of experience in project management
• Experience in gender and/or women’s empowerment
• Familiarity with the practice of gender and peacebuilding
• Proven ability to negotiate multiple relationships with various partners
• Strong financial management experience
• Dynamic leader with creative problem-solving skills, particularly in challenging situations
• Excellent interpersonal and networking skills
• Spoken and written fluency in English and Arabic
• Strong oral and written communications skills
• Proficiency in Microsoft Office, especially Microsoft Excel
• Strong organizational skills and attention to details
• Willingness and ability to be flexible; and
• Experience in working with international organizations

Sound good?  To apply, please go to the following link:  https://sfcg.bamboohr.com/jobs/view.php?id=1292

The deadline to apply is September 26, 2018

Please see our website www.sfcg.org for full details of our work