Summary of Position
The project coordinator will be responsible for the implementation of a project engaging women CSOs in Syria. S/he will work closely with local partners, consultants, participants and all relevant community stakeholders. The project coordinator will oversee day-to-day operations and implementing the project’s activities and will ensure that the implementation of the program itself is on-time, within budget, and to maximum effect. This includes providing a regular presence with stakeholders and networking contacts with local government, international and local agencies as well as community stakeholders. The project coordinator will be responsible for managing SFCG staff and resources devoted to this project in conformity with Lebanese law and SFCG’s internal operating practices.
Responsibilities
Develop and maintain proactive, positive and professional relationships with the partner organization, other NGOs, donors, civil society groups, religious groups, media outlets, etc;
Implement project activities in a timely manner ensuring good quality action and credible outcomes;
Implement the financial and administrative systems necessary for the execution of the project;
Maintain regular written and oral reporting with the donor and SFCG’s Country Director
Maintain responsible media coverage of program events and issues related to SFCG mission; and
Develop regular reports on project activities and finances.
Collaborate with the Project Manager and the Program Director on the implementation of the project;
Ensure compliance with SFCG Operations Manual policies and procedures;
Maintain updated security plans;
Oversee the management and reporting on project activities, ensuring timely grant reporting and compliance with contract and donor guidelines in coordination with the local partners;
Ensure necessary prior arrangements are made for training activities organized by Lebanese and international trainers; and
Develop and maintain project records such as databases, reports and records of decisions.
As job descriptions cannot be exhaustive, the position holder may be required to undertake other duties that are broadly in line with the above key duties.
Requirements and Qualifications
Minimum of three (3) years of related experience, including project financial management experience.
Familiarity with the practice of conflict resolution, peacebuilding as well as the Lebanese and Syrian context.
Skills
Proven ability to negotiate multiple relationships with various partners
Demonstrated financial management and program administration experience
Dynamic leader with creative problem solving skills, particularly in challenging situations
Excellent interpersonal and networking skills
Spoken and written fluency in English and Arabic
Strong oral and written communications skills
Demonstrated writing and grants management skills
Cultural sensitivity and adaptability
Proficiency in Microsoft Office, especially Microsoft Excel
Strong organizational skills and attention to-detail.
Application Deadline
Organisation
Salary Range
Unpaid Position
Contract Type
Full Time
Application Submission Guidelines
To Apply: Please send a cover letter / letter of application, CV, salary requirements (or current salary), projected start date, and where you found this job posting by 23 September, 2016 with the subject
Heading: "Project Coordinator- engaging women CSOs in Syria" through the following link https://sfcg.bamboohr.com/jobs/view.php?id=594 No phone calls, Please see our web site www.sfcg.org for full description.
Requires a Cover Letter?
No
Education Degree
Bachelor Degree
Education Degree Details
(Master’s Degree preferred), preferably in conflict resolution, international studies, peace-building, human rights or related area.
Arabic
Fluent
English
Excellent
Hide guidelines for wrong answers
No