Protection Training Manager - South Lebanon

The International Rescue Committee (IRC) responds to the world’s worst humanitarian crises and helps people to survive and rebuild their lives. Founded in 1933 at the request of Albert Einstein, the IRC offers lifesaving care and life-changing assistance to refugees forced to flee from war or disaster. At work today in over 40 countries and 22 U.S. cities, we restore safety, dignity and hope to millions who are uprooted and struggling to endure. The IRC leads the way from harm to home. SCOPE In 2014, as part of a broader strategy to provide sustainable community-based protection to persons of concern, the IRC will work with local NGOs and community structures in order to build their capacity to monitor protection concerns and identify and deliver appropriate solutions. The Protection Training Manager is responsible for overseeing the capacity building component of the IRC’s Protection program in the South, with a focus on Protection Mainstreaming and Protection Monitoring.  Under the direct supervision of the Protection Coordinator, the Protection Training Manager will lead a small capacity building team that will provide on-the-job support and mentorship as well as support the delivery of trainings around protection mainstreaming and other identified needs. More specifically, the Protection Training Manager will provide support to the IRC team and local partner staff to identify capacity building needs and develop relevant training materials, oversee the capacity building team; the budget; the relationships with local partners, INGOs, UNHCR and other stakeholders, and undertake assessments as needed. The Manager will coordinate training schedules with all relevant stakeholders and ensure that trainings are conducted smoothly. The Protection Training Manager will ensure strong M&E to evaluate partnership and capacity building outcomes. Finally, the Manager may also provide technical input on capacity building in other protection programming areas of operation in Lebanon. The Protection Training Manager will be based in the South with travel to Beirut and other field locations. RESPONSIBILITIES Programme Management Oversees implementation of capacity building project including: budget management (budget forecasting, development of spending plans and budget follow-up); timely recruitment; development of program work plans; reporting in accordance with IRC and donor regulations. Oversees local partner grants (where relevant) and relationships to ensure they are successfully managed according to IRC standards and donor regulations. Leads partner identification using existing tools, including SCORE. Identifies capacity building needs and develops capacity building plans with partners in a participatory manner. Develops effective training materials in line with IRC technical best practice and standards. In cooperation with the Protection Coordinator, devises broader capacity building strategy. Conducts field visits to other program sites for the purposes of joint training and supporting capacity building needs assessment. Ensures that the administrative and logistical aspects of training run smoothly Staff Management Directly supervise the two Protection Training Officers and one Reporting Training Officer. Provide continuous support to the capacity building team, ensuring the submission of weekly workplans, weekly meetings and professional development opportunities in-line with performance monitoring and evaluation plans. Discuss job expectations, set objectives and provide appropriate and timely feedback regarding performance, including timely implementation of the annual staff performance management system. Clearly define the training needs of direct reports and ensure they are able to access training and professional development resources appropriate to their skill gaps/needs. Maintain open and professional relations with team members, promoting a strong team spirit and providing oversight and guidance to enable staff to successfully perform in their positions including staff development plans. Provide leadership support for the successful implementation of and adherence to the IRC Global HR Operating Policies and Procedures Lead with commitment, integrity and accountability to the “IRC Way” –  Global Standards for Professional Conduct Representation, coordination and advocacy Forges connections with counterparts including INGO, Local NGO, governmental and other non-governmental stakeholders. Collaborates closely with other program departments in order to ensure that linkages between programs are made and programs gain from training best practice.   Provides technical assistance across country programs on civil society capacity building. All other duties as assigned. REQUIREMENTS Advanced university degree in International Development, Development Management, Social Studies or a related field. 1-3 years experience implementing capacity building programs in emergency or post-conflict settings using participatory approaches Demonstrated experience developing and conducting training in post conflict settings Proven ability to manage local partner relationships Strong leadership, staff management and capacity building skills. Excellent communication skills, cultural sensitivity, flexibility, ability to improvise, team player. Willingness to travel within Lebanon, including south and north. Ability to live and productively work under stress and in insecure and harsh environments while maintaining a sense of humor. DESIRED Fluency in Arabic SPECIFIC SECURITY SITUATION/HOUSING The Protection Training Manager will be based in South Lebanon with travel to Beirut and other programming locations. This is a non-accompanied position.