Livelihoods Programme Manager

Who are we  Concern Worldwide is a non-governmental international humanitarian organisation founded in 1968. Concern Worldwide currently operates in a number of countries across the globe, with its Head Office in Dublin. We work with the poor and vulnerable in the world’s poorest countries to help them bring about long-lasting change in their lives and realise their fundamental human rights; to food, to health, to education, and ultimately to a life of dignity. Together with local and international partners, and with the beneficiaries themselves, we respond to emergencies and undertake long term development work.  We work across the world to promote a better understanding of extreme poverty, and we campaign for local and global action that will help reduce this. About the Job The job holder has the task to further develop and manage Concern’s livelihoods programme targeting the poorest and most vulnerable people in Concern’s geographic areas of intervention in Lebanon, and specifically in the North and Akkar Governorates.  The job holder will report directly to the Programmes Director.   Duties and Responsibilities 1)      Programme Development and Management To lead on further research and analysis of livelihoods-based interventions Manage the implementation of Concern’s approved livelihoods programme Oversee staff under his/her responsibility in the day to day management of the implementation of the livelihoods programme Monitor programme budgets and management accounts to ensure that relevant activities are being implemented in accordance with agreed budgets and timeframes  and actual works progress Oversee the production of timely regular project progress reports in accordance with donor agreements and Concern systems Ensure the participation of the programme stakeholders in all stages of the programme cycle. Ensure that all programme activities are appropriate and are based on evidence and needs and in line with Concern’s country strategy Advise HR on staffing needs for the livelihoods programme and support the recruitment of programme staff for livelihoods Participate in the capacity building of Concern Lebanon, and relevant partners in terms of livelihoods activities and approaches and provide technical advice as required Lead in the development and implementation of an M&E, learning and documentation system related to livelihoods that integrates into and complements existing programmes. Under the guidance of the Programmes Director, work with the existing WASH, education, shelter and protection teams to support an integrated programme approach and ensure programme activities are well coordinated with Concern Lebanon’s education, protection, WASH and shelter programmes. Provide ongoing technical assistance to the programme staff and foster opportunities for programmes to learn from each other Participate in assessments to explore new geographic or programmatic areas of interventions as required. Support the Programme Managers and the Programme Director /CD to seek out in-country and international funding opportunities for potential livelihoods activities and programmes, and secure funding  through the development of high quality project/programme proposals In conjunction with the finance, systems and programme teams, contribute towards the development accurate budgets to accompany the programme proposals As part of the Concern Lebanon team support the design and delivery of livelihoods-related interventions as required  2)      External relationships and representation Building and maintaining effective networks with government representatives, local and international NGO’s and other implementing actors within the livelihoods sector to ensure more effective livelihoods programming Represent Concern at technical and programmatic meetings and working groups as required and requested by management  3)      Quality and accountability: Contribute as required to organizational accountability initiatives Adhere to the commitments and rules of Concern’s Programme Participant Protection Policy and Code of Conduct (P4 and CoC), including the respect of confidentiality.  4)      Other: Support Concern’s work in Lebanon by undertaking other tasks as appropriate and required, particularly as it might relate to urgent or emergency work not necessarily related to livelihoods Skills, Qualifications, Experience and Attitude Required A degree in a relevant discipline such as humanitarian assistance; community development, agricultural, economics, or related At least three year’s experience of working in an NGO in a senior position focused on livelihoods (management/advisory role). Proven ability in report writing, research and documentation Experience in delivering trainings and presentations Experience in project cycle management Demonstrated success in undertaking assessments and developing programmes Excellent communication skills in English Demonstrably strong understanding of Monitoring and Evaluation Proven analytical, planning and time management skills. Good team player, flexible and capable of working with a multinational country team politically and culturally sensitive Excellent computer skills, including Microsoft Word, PowerPoint and Excel A self-starter