Project Officer

OVERVIEW: Pursue is a Lebanon-based development consultancy committed to empowering local communities and beneficiaries in conflict, post-conflict, and fragile areas through the provision of evidence-based programmatic interventions, policy recommendations and training services. Pursue’s approach relies on combining mixed-methods research with strong, consistent engagement with local communities and stakeholders to bridge the gap between the aspirations of local communities and the priorities of governmental and multilateral actors, thus informing the design and implementation of relevant programming. Utilising innovative quantitative and qualitative social science methodologies to generate data, we analyse and synthesise results, brief clients and beneficiaries, deliver interventions and measure impact. Pursue’s main areas of focus include refugees and IDP issues, youth empowerment, sexual and gender-based violence, institutional reform, democracy and governance, countering extremism, and human security. Pursue has had a registered office in Lebanon since 2010 employing a multinational core staff and has access to a wide network of national, regional, and international consultants. The company has an established track record of delivering projects and programmes for diverse clients in Lebanon, including the UK Government, US Government, UN agencies, the EU and others. MAJOR RESPONSIBILITIES: Work closely with the Programme Manager to ensure timely implementation of assigned activities.   Implement project activities in a timely manner. Plan and organise programme-related events and activities. Support in programme monitoring and evaluation, including regular tracking of improvements, regular reporting related to programme deliverables. Serve as liaison between Field Officers and Programme Manager. Report weekly on activities. Facilitate or attend FGDs. Performs other duties as assigned.   REQUIREMENTS: A minimum of two years’ experience in progressively senior coordination positions. A Graduate degree in International Relations, Development Studies, Political Sciences or any related field.   Proven ability to manage programmes and projects. Experience in building, managing and sustaining effective teams. Leadership, organisational awareness and proven ability to deliver results in a diverse team environment. Strategic planning and decision-making. Excellent interpersonal and communication skills. Fluency in written and spoken English and Arabic.