Area Project Manager North

  POSITION TITLE:  Area Project Manager North                                                                                                  REPORTING TO: Project Manager                                                                                                    COVERAGE AREA: North                                                                                                 STATUS:  Full-Time (11 months renewable)                                                                                                                 STARTING: February 2017                                                                                                                 ABOUT INJAZ LEBANON INJAZ Lebanon is a non-profit organization, an affiliate of Junior Achievement (JA) Worldwide, with a mission to equip youth with the skills and mindset they need to become the entrepreneurs and business leaders stimulating their communities. It is also a member of INJAZ Al-Arab, a regional network of 14 countries across the MENA region. INJAZ Lebanon delivers programs in partnership with the business sector focusing on entrepreneurship, work readiness and financial literacy.    Position Summary INJAZ Lebanon is launching a Youth Social Innovation Project in 2017 targeting Lebanese and refugee youth as part of UNICEF Innovation Lab Network Program. In the North area, this project will operate across three locations and include two components as follows: Component 1: Social Entrepreneurship Training Program. Component 2: Incubation and Seed Funding Program.   The Area Project Manager North will be responsible for launching and running the project in the governorate of North Lebanon. This person will act as the primary representative for the project in the region and ensure efficient coordination and communication with local partners. This person will be supported by a Field Project Officer and will report to the Project Manager based in the INJAZ Lebanon Beirut Office.   Responsibilities     Community Partners and Youth Outreach: Coordinate closely with INJAZ community partners for program communication, youth outreach and registration as per agreed targets and organizing the project’s logistics. Identify additional community partners for youth outreach as needed and coordinate with them on the project’s outreach and logistics.   Trainers’ Management: Work closely with the Project Manager on the recruitment and orientation of project trainers. Organize the orientation workshops’ logistics and material. Ensure good coordination with the area trainers and get their regular feedbacks on the project, youth attendance and performance.     Program Delivery to Youth: Knowledgeable of INJAZ Lebanon program content and ensures that it is being delivered according to the agreed project standards and plan. Support trainers to ensure successful program delivery, answer questions and address any issues as needed. Ensure that the Field Project Officer properly follows-up with all stakeholders (community partners, trainers, suppliers & service providers, …).   Monitor project’s results and impact and report on community partners and trainers’ feedbacks.   Data Management, Communication and Grant Reporting: Ensure collection and analysis of relevant data (pre-post tests, attendance sheets, pictures, testimonials, trainers’ feedback) for reporting purposes and gather lessons learnt by monitoring project and communicating with local partners, trainers and youth. Ensure that all information sheets and delivery schedule are updated regularly as needed. Contribute to the execution of the project’s marketing plan by sharing project stories and testimonials and ensure appropriate branding in project locations. Support donor reporting as needed.   Logistics & Administrative Support: Ensure that project locations are well equipped and ready for the project implementation. Ensure that all activities are aligned with the project’s budget and provide supporting documentation and related reports. Manage the petty cash and report on it to the Finance & Administration Manager. Identify and manage project related suppliers and service providers in the region. Ensure availability of all program materials and coordinate with the Project Manager on program printing requirements.   Others: Attend partners’ meetings and team meetings. Undertake other related duties, as assigned or requested by the Project Manager.   Position Qualifications: Required:        Bachelor’s degree in Business Administration, Social Science, Developmental Studies,   and Public Administration or other relevant field or equivalent   3-5 years of professional experience including project and team management     (preferred projects to be related to entrepreneurship, youth and community development)   Knowledgeable of the ecosystem in the North governorate.   Ability to multi task and work independently in a fast paced environment.   Proactive with strong interpersonal and communication skills.   Highly motivated with excellent organizational, time management and teamwork skills.    Excellent written and spoken English and Arabic   Motorized