Partnership and Compliance Consultant

WHO WE ARE:

Overveiw 

Thread of Peace, commonly known as House of Peace started to form as a local initiative in 2012 but was officially registered in 2019. The organization was formed by a group of young people who were together searching for meaning and for a sense of belonging during a time of change. Their diverse backgrounds and common purpose made them a valuable team, giving humanitarian assistance to displaced people, hoping that the message of hope would spread through their diversity to contribute to building a better future. The “family” formed gradually grew and its mission persisted despite the fact that many of its founders have moved on. The “House of Peace” thrived as a virtual house holding an ever-expanding family with a humanitarian mission of promoting peace in society and advocating for conflict sensitivity.  

Our Vision 

We envision a diverse community living together in peace. 

Our Mission 

Threads of Peace, commonly known as House of Peace, is a local non-governmental organization established in 2015 in Lebanon. We are a team with diverse backgrounds and expertise, sharing similar values. We exist to support social peace, mainstream conflict sensitivity, and promote the well-being of different communities, civil society actors, the private sector, and the public sector.  

Our Core Values  

We as a team and individually are guided by the values of non-violence, participation, diversity, the promotion of a supportive environment, accountability, and development. Our understanding of each of these core values is outlined below.  

• Non-violence: We strive to avoid harm and promote peace, seeking alternatives to violence. 
• Participation: We believe in the right of every individual to have the opportunity to actively engage in decision-making processes, activities, and issues that affect their lives and communities. 
• Diversity: We recognize and appreciate the wide range of human differences, including differences in race, ethnicity, gender, age, sexual orientation, religion, socioeconomic status, abilities, and perspectives. 
• A supportive environment: We believe in creating and fostering conditions that promote the well-being, growth, and success of individuals, groups, and communities. We emphasize the importance of providing emotional, social, and practical support to enable individuals to reach their full potential and thrive. 
• Accountability: We take responsibility for our actions and decisions, are transparent, and accept the consequences of all our actions. We value integrity, trust, and ethical behavior in personal, organizational, and societal contexts. 
• Development: We strongly believe in the continuous improvement and progress of individuals and communities. We are keen on pursuing positive change and growth in various aspects of life. 

Key Responsibilities

Contract Management and Compliance

• Manage the full lifecycle of organizational contracts with staff, donors, suppliers, and service providers, ensuring adherence to internal policies and relevant legal requirements.
• Establish and maintain a centralized and organized system for the accurate tracking, secure storage, and efficient retrieval of all contractual agreements.
• Verify that all agreements are in full compliance with applicable organizational policies, relevant legislation, and donor regulations.
• Collaborate with legal counsel to ensure the organization's standard contract templates are regularly reviewed, updated, and legally sound, reflecting current best practices.

Fundraising and Grant Support

• Contribute to the development, review, and updating of comprehensive fundraising guidelines and procedures.
• Proactively identify potential funding opportunities from various sources and disseminate relevant calls for proposals to the appropriate team members.
• Provide comprehensive support in the preparation of compelling concept notes, high-quality grant proposals, and detailed donor profiles.

Partnerships and Donor Relations

• Cultivate and maintain strong, collaborative relationships with existing and potential donors and strategic partners.
• Support the organization's visibility and strategic positioning through active participation in meetings, development of compelling organizational profiles, and preparation of engaging presentations.
• Represent the organization professionally and effectively in external meetings, networking events, and relevant forums as required.

Internal Coordination and Organizational Well-being

• Contribute actively to fostering a collaborative, inclusive, and positive work culture aligned with the organization's mission and values.
• Provide support to leadership in the development and implementation of strategic plans and in the periodic review and revision of organizational policies.
• Coordinate and support the implementation of staff feedback mechanisms and engagement initiatives as relevant to organizational well-being.

Other Responsibilities

• Maintain strict confidentiality and adhere to data privacy standards across all functions.
• Provide internal capacity support to staff on donor compliance requirements and contracting procedures.

Required Qualification:

• Bachelor’s degree in law, public administration, nonprofit management, or a related field.
• Minimum 7-10 years of experience in contract management, donor relations, or fundraising within the nonprofit sector.
• Strong knowledge of grant compliance and NGO regulations.
• Excellent organizational, communication, and interpersonal skills.
• Ability to manage sensitive information with discretion.

Preferred Skills:

• Background in law or contracts is an asset.
• Experience in writing proposals or developing fundraising strategies.
• Fluency in English and Arabic; French is a plus.
• Familiarity with donor platforms and international funding agencies.