Grants Officer

PURPOSE OF POSITION: ARK is a Lebanon-based development consultancy committed to empowering local communities and beneficiaries in conflict, post-conflict, and fragile areas through the provision of evidence-based programmatic interventions, policy recommendations and training services. ARK’s approach relies on combining mixed-methods research with strong, consistent engagement with local communities and stakeholders to bridge the gap between the aspirations of local communities and the priorities of governmental and multilateral actors, thus informing the design and implementation of relevant programming. Utilising innovative quantitative and qualitative social science methodologies to generate data, we analyse and synthesise results, brief clients and beneficiaries, deliver interventions and measure impact. ARK is delivering on behalf of DFID a multi-year programme in Lebanon in support of Palestinian youth. This programme will improve their social and economic participation, as well as enhance the youth role in governance whilst reducing the likelihood of young Palestinians resorting to negative coping strategies. Whilst this position is subject to funding, ARK is currently delivering this programme, which has been underway for a number of years. The highly innovative, Palestinian-designed programme has delivered demonstrable impact within the camps and contributed to both Palestinian welfare and the stability of Lebanon.   MAJOR RESPONSIBILITIES:   Liaise with Community Grants officers to reach out to youth in the Palestinian camps and gatherings and support them in drafting grant proposals and managing grants, in coordination with the Grants Manager. Coordinate with Grants Manager on the contractual issues, programmatic logic and compliance of grantees. Follow up and monitor grants submitted by youth groups and community based organizations in the Palestinian camps and gatherings. Continuously engage with community members, youth activists, UNRWA, youth groups, CBOs, CSOs, Factions, and other relevant stakeholders at the camp level to provide guidance and support Support Community Grants officers in implementing camp specific activities. Provide relevant data to the M&E team. Support with the organisation of workshops and attend workshops when deemed necessary and as adviced by Grants Manager. Take the lead in identifying support and capacity needs for sub grantees and organising capacity building sessions as needed to ensure proper compliance.  In Close coordination with Community Grants officers, monitor activities conducted by grantees in the camps and the gatherings. Promote good governance practices including transparency, civic participation, accountability, etc.   REQUIREMENTS:   A minimum of 3 years’ experience working on Grants in the development field, with a focus on youth and governance. Bachelor’s degree in, Accounting, Economics, Business Administration or a combination of experience and relevant studies Native Arabic speaker with full English professional fluency Excellent interpersonal and communication skills, and proven ability to negotiate. Proven analytical skills. Ability to work under pressure