Executive Director

• PROMOTE the vision and mission of Peace Labs while complying with the applicable laws and PL’s values
• Oversee and report on the organization’s results for Board of Directors
• Establish goals, objectives, and operational plans in collaboration with the Board of Directors, staff, and other members of the organization
• Communicate effectively with the Board by providing members with all information necessary to continually function properly and make informed decisions in a timely and accurate manner
• Attend Board Meetings and provide required reporting on operations and projects
• Implement PL’s Policies & Procedures approved by the Board
• Perform general management duties ensuring the successful operations of the organization
• Oversee the day-to-day operations of the organization and ensure its overall sustainable long-term operations (Finance & Accounting, Human resources, Procurement, Legal, etc.)
• Coordinate and assist the External Auditor with the financial statements reporting
• Provide leadership in developing program, organizational, and financials plans in line with the Board Directions and with the support of the Senior Peacebuilding Expert
• Drive and pro-actively pursue funding opportunities for PL’s projects to ensure the organization’s financial sustainability
• Lead PL’s Projects Coordination, Stakeholder Management, Quality Assurance of the deliverables, Budget performance, Schedule, etc.
• Actively engage in fiscal management through hands on budgetary development and oversight; routinely report performance and financial activities to the Board
• Chair / participate in relevant management committees as and when required
• Provide thoughtful executive leadership to PL’s team, reflecting the organization’s values
• Promote a collaborative working environment and encourage personal professional developments
• Communicate effectively with the team members at PL and act as a liaison between the staff and the Board to ensure alignment among respective stakeholders
• Organize, motivate, and mentor internal team leaders to strategically grow the organization’s projects and impact
• Apply innovative thinking and performance measurements to analyze and support strategic decision-making
• Represent effectively PL and promote a positive organizational image to ensure adequate community representation
• Contribute to strengthening of PL’s reputation as a prominent peacebuilding organization
• Ensure that PL maintains supportive and mutually accountable relationships with stakeholders

KEY AUTHORITIES

• Approve Project/Program Plans
• Approve appointment of project staffing up to Project Managers in line with the Hiring Policies & Procedures
• Jointly Approve with the Board the appointment of Program Managers and Finance Manager
• Approve project invoicing
• Approve project related procurement in line with the budget
• Approve budget overruns up to 3% (in line with the budgeted contingency)
• Approve budget transfer within the same line/chapter
• Approve project deliverables
• Approve PL’s consultants’ payments in line with the project budget

• Proven track record as a successful leader of a nonprofit organization
• Strong background in program development and management
• Proven abilities in budget/financial management
• Experience in creating and establishing clear, measurable goals
• Experience in developing and implementing organizational strategies
• Previous experience working for a Peacebuilding organization or on a peacebuilding project
• In-depth understanding in Peace and Conflict Resolution

• Fluency in English and Arabic (oral and written); French language is a plus
• Effective communication skills
• Organizational skills
• Leadership skills
• Project Management skills
• Critical Analysis
• Strategic Planning
• Outcome Oriented

• Peace Labs’ Board of Directors

• 3 Months

• 1 Year (to be renewed yearly)