Technical Advisor – Facilitating Dialogue And Collaboration Qudra So5 In Lebanon

A.     Required qualifications, competences and experience Qualifications Masters/MSc in International Development, Political Sciences, Social Sciences or related areas Professional experience 7+ years of professional experience in a comparable position Experience in planning, supervising and implementing dialogue and learning formats in Lebanon Extensive experience in international cooperation and working in multi-national teams. Extensive experience with implementing refugee programs in the region. Extensive working knowledge of “do-no-harm” approach and conflict resolution in refugee programs. Experience in working with innovative tools of cooperation and learning Experience of working with governmental bodies as well as civil society organizations Sectoral knowledge Demonstrated in-depth technical knowledge and proven analytical skills in project management, stakeholder management and knowledge management Significant knowledge on the evaluation, assessment of impacts, monitoring and management of projects in a (post)-conflict or transitional environment, ideally knowledge of GIZ procedures and instruments High sensitivity and ability to interact with very diverse partners (n a highly sensitive and dynamic political environment; Proven ability to plan and organize own work, manage conflicting priorities and work under pressure; Ability to coordinate inputs from a wide variety of sources and synthesize those inputs into well-constructed reports and activities; Ability to plan, organize technical meetings, workshops, seminars or conferences that bring together numerous stakeholders, simultaneously and under pressure. Other competences Very good working knowledge of ITC technologies (related software, phone, fax, email, the internet) and computer applications (e.g. MS Office)Native in Arabic, excellent knowledge of English with proven record of reporting in English Ability to work with a multi-cultural team B.    Major Responsibilities is responsible for the implementation, updating and operationalization of the operational plan of Module 5 in Lebanon. is responsible to prepare and implement dialogue, learning formats and research activities in Lebanon Monitors and evaluates the development and implementation of the modules’ activities in close consultation with the module team leader and the other module 5 coordinators in all partner countries Coordinates and plans all MODULE 5 activities closely with MODULE 5 coordinators in partner countries and other module team leaders in Lebanon Introduces and implements innovative, experimental learning formats such as so called “Madad innovation labs” that enable the participants to strengthen collaboration and develop jointly new initiatives and ideas (prototypes) General project planning and develops project concepts including preparation, organisation and moderation of planning Madad labs and learning formats, management, monitoring, quality management, evaluation, communication and documentation Prepares appropriate input for various project/programme reports including annual reports, and contributes to other reports as required by the Module team leader and GIZ Head Office   C.     Tasks 1.      Facilitating dialogue and knowledge sharing Builds up trustful relations among partners and stakeholders to collaborate on vital issues and core questions that are relevant for the programme Establishes close cooperation with political partner structures (partner ministries) and other implementing and funding partners. Ensures cooperation, dialogue with partners; and cooperates with relevant organisations, non-governmental agencies and individuals in the project/programme environment and with other projects to improve and maintain good working relationships Establishes platforms that support stakeholders and partners of the programme in exchanging know how, experience and strengthen a collaboration on a national and regional level Plans, maintains and follows up on exchange and collaboration platforms and channels concerning LEBANON such as Madad Labs, Programme Online platform and national workshops/conferences   2.      Cooperation and Innovation Develops and maintains a data-base on partners and stakeholders of MODULE 5 in Lebanon (including service providers and media makers) Coordinates and updates all sections of the QUDRA online platform in Lebanon that are related to the achievements and activities Compiles relevant information and results of the programme for the online platform And develops content in a professional manner Maintains the “Lebanon section” of the online platform and ensures that results/achievements and success stories of programme activities are presented on the platform   3.      Research and Learning Develops stakeholder engagement strategy and updates regularly stakeholder analysis Identifies and defines core issues and vital topics relevant for module 5 activities together with team leaders of other modules Plans, implements and monitors Madad Lab activities in LEBANON Develops and introduces tools and methods that foster innovation and the joint development of new initiatives between stakeholders and partners of the programme in LEBANON Establishes partnerships and cooperation between national and German universities that jointly develop study papwers on selected topics of the programme Develops best practise manuals and guidelines for MODULE 5 activities in LEBANON   4.      Other duties/additional tasks Deputizing the Module Team Leader in times of absence Performs other duties and tasks at the request of management Description of the Program: QUDRA – Strengthening Resilience for Syrian Refugees in Iraq, Lebanon, Lebanon and Turkey. The QUDRA program strengthens the resilience of host communities and refugees in the neighboring countries of Syria (Iraq, Lebanon, Lebanon, Turkey), is co-funded by the EU-MADAD Fund and implemented by a consortium of European partners with GIZ in the lead. To achieve the objective to build the resilience of host communities, refugees and displaced persons, the programme offers its support through the following five modules: 1) improving school infrastructure and access to extracurricular activities (e.g. sports); 2) expanding and improving basic vocational skills; 3) strengthening social cohesion through community-based services; 4) building the capacities of the local administrations; 5) and promoting dialogue and exchange of knowledge and experience between refugees and host communities, with a focus on develop sustainable innovative solutions and initiatives.     GIZ is looking to employ a qualified Technical Advisor for all measures related to facilitating dialogue, knowledge sharing, enhancing innovative practices and learning amongst all partners and stakeholders across the region in LEBANON under the QUDRA program, module 5 “Facilitating Dialogue and Dissemination”. Various constructive dialogue formats are being utilized for interactive knowledge sharing, information exchange and collaborative mutual learning for all the stakeholders in a participatory approach. This plays an essential role in developing strategies and possible measures for an appropriate response to the region’s refugee crisis. So called ‘Madad Innovation Labs’ and an online platform provide tools for such encounters: refugees and other stakeholders work together to identify key issues and, on this basis, to develop potential sustainable innovative solutions and initiatives.