Senior Project Coordinator (Remote Opportunity)

Basmeh & Zeitooneh is a registered Lebanese organization, committed to serving refugees and vulnerable communities in Lebanon, through four community centers across the country. The organization runs educational, relief, livelihoods, and protection programs, and aims to serve as an inclusive and supportive focal point for the entire community.

Basmeh & Zeitooneh has a zero-tolerance policy for sexual exploitation, abuse, and child abuse. Also, fraud, bribery, and corrupt activities.

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Basmeh & Zeitooneh is committed to safeguarding the well-being of children and upholding the Convention on the Rights of the Child, Basmeh & Zeitooneh maintains a zero-tolerance policy on child abuse.

About the Program:

In 2018, the Civil Society Empowerment Program was launched within “Basmeh & Zeitooneh”. Since then, this program has evolved into its current form as a specialized unit for civil society empowerment. This development stems from our deep belief in the crucial role of civil society in driving communities toward progress across social, economic, political, cultural, and environmental domains—anchored in strong foundations such as freedom, democracy, and pluralism. Since the early days of establishing this unit, we have continued to develop our work and actively engage with other civil society organizations, guided by our core values of human rights, nonviolence, citizenship, and gender justice.

The Civil Society Empowerment Unit is human-centered that views people as “sustainable capital”, placing them at the heart of all our activities and strategies. The unit was founded with the aim of strengthening civil society capacities and supporting civic space. It strives to create a societal impact that contributes to building a civil system based on partnership, participation, and solidarity, ensuring human dignity and rights. We are committed to adopting a sustainable approach to capacity development, driven by innovation and continuous improvement. Our goal is to create and mobilize resources while transforming acquired expertise into accessible and non-monopolized knowledge and skills. This, in turn, enhances the ability of all civil society actors to drive positive change.

Job Purpose:

The Senior Coordinator will oversee the alignment of project activities with the overall objectives, focusing on strengthening the capacity of women-led CSOs to promote gender equality and women's empowerment. This role includes providing strategic guidance and support to project teams and partner organizations, as well as leading communication with the co-partner and donor to ensure timely updates and foster strong relationships.

Strategic and operational:

• Oversee the day-to-day operational management and implementation of the plan, ensuring activities are carried out efficiently and effectively.
• Lead the process of identifying and engaging targeted organizations, conducting assessments to determine eligibility and suitability for participation.
• Establish and maintain communication channels with targeted organizations to facilitate project implementation, including regular meetings, updates, and feedback sessions.
• Monitor project progress in collaboration with targeted organizations, tracking milestones, outputs, and outcomes to ensure alignment with project objectives and timelines.

Stakeholder Engagement and Coordination:

• Serve as the primary point of contact with the donor, providing updates on project progress, addressing queries, and facilitating communication between the donor and project team.
• Engage with relevant stakeholders, including government agencies, local partners, and community representatives, to foster collaboration and support for project objectives.
• Facilitate networking and exchange opportunities among targeted organizations to promote knowledge-sharing and collective action on gender equality.

People Management:

• Lead and supervise the project team by setting clear expectations, providing guidance, and fostering a positive work environment to ensure team cohesion and performance.
• Conduct periodic performance evaluations to assess progress against project goals and objectives, identifying areas for improvement and making recommendations for adjustments as needed.

Risk Management and Compliance:

• Identify potential risks and challenges in project implementation and develop strategies to mitigate them.
• Ensure project activities are conducted in compliance with donor requirements and organizational policies.
• Prepare and submit project reports, documentation, and updates as required by donors, partners, and organizational stakeholders.

Miscellaneous:

• Ensure project activities are aligned with the overall objectives of the Action and contribute to the long-term sustainability of targeted organizations.
• Strengthen the capacity of women-led CSOs through targeted training, coaching, and support.
• Build and maintain strong relationships with stakeholders to ensure effective collaboration and support for project activities.
• Track project progress, assess outcomes, and ensure compliance with donor requirements and organizational policies.

Education & Experience:

• A bachelor’s degree in a relevant field such as international development, project management, business administration, or a related area.
• At least 5 years of experience in project management, preferably in the humanitarian or development sector, with a focus on civil society enablement and gender equality.
• Experience in leading and managing projects, including planning, implementation, monitoring, and evaluation.
• Experience working with Civil Society Organizations (CSOs), NGOs, or similar entities, particularly in conflict-affected or fragile contexts.
• Strong financial management skills, including budgeting, financial reporting, and donor compliance.
• Proven experience in people management, including leading and supervising teams, providing coaching and support, and fostering a positive work culture.
• Excellent communication and interpersonal skills, with the ability to engage effectively with stakeholders at all levels.
• Fluency in Arabic, and English

Competencies:

Functional:  

• Pursue an agile approach to project management, adapting to changing contexts and needs.
• Demonstrate strong leadership skills, with the ability to provide oversight and guidance remotely when necessary.
• Express efficient and purposeful work independently with limited guidance.
• Use and continually develop leadership skills, with a clear understanding of the displacement context.
• Demonstrate sound computer and cloud-based collaborative skills (e.g., Microsoft Office, Google Suite, project management tools).
• Possess strong research and analytical skills, with the ability to apply them to project implementation.

Behavioral:

• Be an excellent team worker and team supporter, with a focus on developing co-workers' skills and competencies.
• Demonstrate a commitment to a "do no harm" approach and conflict resolution.
• Serve as the primary point of contact with the donor, providing updates on project progress, addressing queries, and facilitating communication between the donor and project team.
• Engage with relevant stakeholders, including government agencies, local partners, and community representatives, to foster collaboration and support for project objectives.
• Facilitate networking and exchange opportunities among targeted organizations to promote knowledge-sharing and collective action on gender equality.