Head Of Community Center In Haret Hreik

Amel Association International with partnership with UNHCR is implementing a community development project to support refugees and asylum seekers in Beirut. Through this project, Amel is providing  educational and pyschosocial support to refugees in community centers located in Beirut. Assignment   The Head of Community Center is based in Haret Hriek and works on a full time basis: 8 hours per day/ five days per week.   The Head of Center manages a team of social workers, education officer, logistics and operations assistant and an administrative assistant.   S/he is responsible for overseeing project implementation at the center level, preparing budgets, reports, and communicating the achievements and challenges to Amel Headquarters and other stakeholders.    S/he is required to work unconventional hours whenever there is a major activity (like a trip, celebration, etc.) S/he works under the supervision of the Program Coordinator.   Tasks and duties   Task #1 – Management of Project Implementation     -       Manage, monitor and assess the implementation of the center activities in compliance with the project agreement, objectives and Amel internal coherence, as well as in line with UNHCR policy priorities and Code of Conduct -      Ensure smooth implementation, harmonization and effective use of the available resources -      Set priorities, propose modifications or corrective actions for each activity that fit with the interest of refugees and other persons of concern -      Support and encourage refugee participation in planning and implementation of the various activities as appropriate and support initiatives and innovative ideas from refugee groups -      Ensure refugee participation by strengthening their involvement in all phases of the project implementation while ensuring that age, gender and diversity is mainstreamed. -      Prepare budget requests and oversee financial management of project funds -      Liaise with staff to ensure proper documentation of finances and financial reporting   Task # 2  Human Resources management -      Supervise staff, follow-up on staff attendance, and monitor performance to ensure that activities are delivered according to the expected results and the terms of contracts -      Recruit the required staff to run the various center activities in line with the agreed standards and procedures, in coordination with the Programme Coordinator -      Identify needs for additional training and continuous support necessary for staff development and well-being -      Lead team meeting and conduct one-on-one meetings with staff to ensure effective communication and synergy between activity areas     Task # 3 - Financial management   -      Manage, monitor and track expenses according to the budget -      Make budget and purchase requests and reconcile expenditures on a monthly basis -      Ensure proper receipts and documentation of expenditures -      Oversee petty cash available at the center     Task # 4 Reporting / Representation / Networking -      Prepare monthly progress reports to be sent to Programme Coordinator -      Liaise with relevant NGOs, government agencies and national institutions to maintain a network and cooperation in social, psychological and educational fields -      Represent Amel Association in coordination meetings with partners and NGOs -      Coordinate monitoring visits -      Receive visitors from donor agencies, embassies and other relevant stakeholders      Qualifications: Bachelor’s degree in management, international development or related field -Previous NGO/non-profit experience in a similar role -Experience with refugees or vulnerable populations preferred -Fluent in English and Arabic -Strong leadership skills and willingness to take initiative -Previous supervisory experience -Passion, Flexibility and a good sense of humor Experience required: 3 to 5 years Education degree: Bachelor Degree Field of education: Bachelors degree in social development, international development or related field. Languages Arabic: Fluent English: Fluent French: Period: One year renewable Salary: Submission guidelines: Send CV and cover letter to coordination@amel.org.lb with the "HEAD OF CENTER" in the subject line. Applications NOT following these guidelines WILL NOT be considered. Cover letter required? Yes Contact information Email: coordination@amel.org.lb