Partnerships Officer - Beirut

Job description   Reporting to: Senior Partnerships officer Line Management responsibilities: None   Act as primary contact and focal person for the assigned portfolios. Establish and maintain effective communication with inter-departmental heads and key staff to ensure effective implementation of the contractual obligation. Prepare project documents in close coordination with relevant departments (operations, Technical, finance) for new funding/donors Keep track of all deliverables due from all departments and make sure that they are received in time to keep in line with the project implementation plan In coordination with the CDO and alongside the Finance,  Technical, Operation, HR and M&E take the lead on developing new projects across Lebanon, in accordance with the organization strategy. Undertake due diligence on the viability of potential new partnerships. Maintain and develop working relationships with existing donors and explore opportunities to renew potential partnerships in line with the programme priorities. Organize and facilitate the Planning Meetings/kick-off  for new projects, in collaboration  with Operations, Technical Managers, Finance, HR and M&E departments/units Work closely with the relevant departments to ensure that all partnership opportunities conform to B&Z and in-country law and regulations. Assist with capacity assessments and contribute to the drafting of the capacity building plan Prepare project-specific reporting templates and tools in line with donor requirements Undertake other duties as required by the  Senior partnerships Officer and the Chief Development Officer Experience required:  Education degree: Bachelor Degree Field of education: Bachelor or Master’s degree in political or social sciences, management or any related field At least 2 years of practical experience with the implementation of NGO-funded projects, experience in partnerships with local organizations, preferably in Lebanon context