Deputy Livelihoods Adviser (Zahle/qobayyat With Frequent Visits To Beirut)

Save the Children is the leading independent organization creating lasting change in the lives of children in need around the world. Save the Children has been operating in Lebanon since 1999 and is recognized for its commitment to accountability, innovation and collaboration.  Save the Children currently implements programs in Child Protection, Education, CRC, Health and Nutrition, Food Security & Livelihood, Shelter, and Emergency Response throughout Lebanon.   Save the Children is seeking qualified candidates to fulfill the following positions, for its Lebanon Country Office, in the following locations Beirut, Tripoli, Akkar and Bekaa:   ROLE PURPOSE: The post holder will assist the FSL Adviser in strategy development in the area of economic recovery/livelihoods, with a particular emphasis on skills development and access to employment in the informal market.   Specifically for livelihoods, and in close cooperation with the FSL Adviser, the Deputy Adviser on Livelihoods will be responsible for conducting needs assessments, specifically on the labour market and skills gaps, and on providing technical guidance to field-based teams in the areas of skills training, entrepreneurship, Small and Medium-sized Enterprises, Access to Business Development Services (BDS), and cooperatives. The Deputy Livelihoods Adviser will be responsible for supporting the field teams to ensure that high-quality activities are implemented in a timely manner; and for providing substantive inputs for the development of proposals and securing of funds for livelihoods programming (including skills development, small businesses, social enterprises and elements of social protection).   Thus, under the guidance of the FSL Adviser, the Deputy Livelihoods Adviser will play a key role in supporting the transition from cash distribution to livelihoods strategies through “integrated” forms of assistance and protection combining immediate financial relief with enhanced skills development or job creation options. In addition, the FSL Deputy Adviser will assist (and upon request, represent) the FSL Adviser in the coordination of all FSL/Economic Recovery activities through active participation in coordination meetings and working groups.    SCOPE OF ROLE: Reports to: FSL Advisor Dimensions: Save the Children Lebanon country office has a national coverage with three field offices. As the FSL component increases, the Livelihoods Deputy Adviser is crucial for providing technical guidance to field staff on livelihoods programming. In this role, the gender and sustainability dimensions will be key perspectives to mainstream in both technical work and programming.    KEY AREAS OF ACCOUNTABILITY: Technical Support: Provide technical support to FSL teams in the area of livelihoods and conduct regular monitoring visits to ensure quality programming is being implemented Play a key role in building a solid understanding among field teams of emergency, recovery and development livelihoods programming Conduct regular trainings for staff to build skills and capacity Monitoring and Evaluation: Contribute to the development of registration and M&E tools, based on project indicators, as well as databases, and support FSL Advisor in ensuring FSL team has a solid understanding of all tools Assist FSL Adviser in ensuring that all required project indicators are measured by field teams and evaluated Strategy and Proposal Development: Contribute to a longer-term economic recovery strategy which will include livelihoods activities such as micro/small businesses, vocational trainings, agriculture support, etc Participate actively in/leads needs and market assessments to guide strategy development Lead on livelihoods proposals, including logical frameworks (and developing measurable indicators to measure outputs/outcomes)   Other: Provide inputs to sitreps, internal reports and donor reports as required Comply with Save the Children policies and practice with respect to child protection, code of conduct, health and safety, equal opportunities and other relevant policies and procedures.   QUALIFICATIONS AND EXPERIENCE Degree in Economics, Finance, International Relations, Development studies or similar field Minimum 5 years of experience in development/humanitarian work (preferable emergency), preferably working in livelihoods (employment, social assistance/protection) Experience in strategy and proposal development à including logical frameworks Experience in developing M&E tools Good time management skills Experience in field work and community mobilization Fluency in written and spoken Arabic and English Computer skills Strength in interpersonal, communication and presentation skills Flexibility and willingness to change work practices and hours, and capability to work in insecure environment  Available to travel in country   Recommended knowledge and experience: Livelihoods programming in emergencies Familiarity with refugee communities in Lebanon   APPLICATION PROCESS  Please note that the closing date for applications is : For External applicants on 21st of February 2014.                          The selection committee will review all applications as they are received. All applicants must meet the minimum requirements described above, and those unable to meet these requirements will not be considered. No further information will be given over the phone.   Please note: due to the critical nature of this recruitment, applications will be reviewed as they are received and successful candidates contacted on an on-going basis.  Internal Applicants are given priority in the recruitment process. STARTING DATE: Immediate.  We’re looking for people who can start as soon as possible or within the next few weeks.   Each application package should include the following: •              Job title for the role you are applying for in subject header of the email •              Cover letter with the applicant’s current contact information •              CV (including detailed work experience, education/degrees)  –  3 pages maximum •              Professional References (minimum of three, with complete contact information) •              Kindly do not send supporting certificates and documents at this stage •              Letter and CV should be saved into one Word or PDF document and sent to lebanonhrq@savethechildren.org    Applications not including all of the above information will not be reviewed. Only short listed candidates will be contacted.   We need to keep children safe so our selection process reflects our commitment to the protection of children from abuse.  All applicants will also be subject to Save the Children’s usual Child Safeguarding Policy and reference checking process