PURPOSE OF POSITION
This job is split into two sections:
General WASH program support:
The first purpose of this role is to coordinate the WASH program administrative and support works, including but not limited to, coordinating WASH projects aspects with the World Vision support departments, and supporting in updating program financial and narrative reports. Reporting to the WASH Program Manager, the WASH Project and Support Coordinator will work closely other WASH Projects Coordinators, Project Engineers and field teams, based in BML, Beqaa, and North Lebanon, acting as the focal point for the support services related to the WASH projects including data tracking and adequate filing for program related documents.
EU PROMARE WASH project leadership:
The second purpose of this position is to provide overall coordination and supervision to the EU PEOMARE project which is about development, design and implementation of slaughterhouse waste management system at municipal level in Beirut area. The selected candidate will also work to ensure project deliverables are met and that interventions are implemented based on standards and donor requirements.
MAJOR RESPONSIBILITIES
ROLE DIMENSION / DESCRIPTION | TIME SPENT |
| 35% |
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| 30% |
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| 20% |
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| 10% |
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| 5% |
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100% |
KNOWLEDGE, SKILLS AND ABILITIES:
University degree or higher education relevant to Engineering, Public health or any other related field. Specialization in water and environment is an added advantage;
3-5 years of experience in managing projects and working with local partners;
Strong understanding of best practices and strategies in the WASH sector;
Very Good written and spoken English and Arabic languages;
Proven experience working in humanitarian fields;
Strong understanding of project Cycle Management and tools;
Experience in implementing projects through local partners;
Strong written and oral communication skills, effective in representation and liaison with external parties;
Good computer literacy in Microsoft Office package (incl. Excel), and holder of a valid driver’s license;
Good Communication and interpersonal skills with ability to network and negotiate with partners and government bodies;
Ability to work in and contribute to dynamic team operating in a fragile environment
Has strong knowledge of core principles of Children Rights, Participation, Do No Harm, as well as children in Emergencies minimum standards;
Good understanding of SPHERE relief standards;
Experience in implementing programs in any field related to water, sanitation, health or shelter.
Field and Office based;
Position requires availability and willingness to work outside regular office hours occasionally;
Position requires willingness and ability to continue to function during a crisis situation, including during a World Vision response to a manmade or natural disaster.
Hiring is subject to final acquisition of the grant
PURPOSE OF POSITION
The purpose of the position is to coordinate the implantation of the GIZ project in Tripoli/T5 and ensure that interventions are implemented based on standards and donor. The project coordinator will serve as the liaison with local government authorities, community stakeholders and relevant entities within World Vision Lebanon.
MAJOR RESPONSIBILITIES
% Time | Major Activities |
45% | Ensure planning & coordination of field activities |
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20% | Build relationships & capacities of the hosting and beneficiary community including local government representatives. |
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20% | Handle Staff Management |
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10% |
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5% | Perform other duties as required |
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100% |
KNOWLEDGE, SKILLS AND ABILITIES
University degree or higher education relevant to Social Studies, Education, Protection, Development Studies human rights, law or other relevant fields;
At least 3 years of proven experience in implementation of Youth Empowerment/Child Protection/Protection programming; human rights and/or advocacy work especially with local government such as municipalities.
Excellent written and spoken English and Arabic languages
Strong understanding of best practices and strategies in social cohesion, youth empowerment and support to local government through advocacy.
Familiar with core principles of Children Rights, Participation, Do No Harm, Community and Family Support as well as Children in Emergencies minimum standards.
Significant knowledge of International Humanitarian principals, Human Rights, municipal law and Refugee Law;
Proven experience in community mobilization;
Proven experience working in emergency settings;
Strong program/technical and budget management skills including project Management cycle and tools
Experience in implementing projects through local partners and providing direct technical support to local organizations;
Strong written and oral communication skills, effective in representation and liaison with external parties;
Above average computer literacy in Microsoft Office package (incl. Excel), and holder of a valid driver’s license.
Good Communication and interpersonal skills with ability to network and negotiate with partners and government bodies.
Ability to work in and contribute to dynamic team operating in a fragile environment
Willing to travel within Lebanon with a valid driver’s license
Project Management for Development (PMD), Project Management for Professional (PMPs);International Network for Education in Emergencies (INEE)
Field and office based.
Position requires visiting and operating in fragile contexts (including Palestinian camps and other vulnerable communities such as Hay el Selloum, Choueifat among others).
Work Context/ Background
Youth Resolve, Phase 2 MADAD grant is a 31 months project to be implemented in both Beirut and Mount Lebanon and Bekaa with the aim of strengthening youth resilience and empowering youth to utilize knowledge and opportunities that would enable them to confidently participate in economic and social life. The project aims also to partner with municipalities to establish youth committees to promote social cohesion. The youth committees will be mobilized to gather evidence on local needs and engage in designing and implementing local development initiatives that benefit both refugee and host community youth. The youth will engage in local and national advocacy initiatives to promote peace-building initiatives and reduce tensions while improving access to basic child and youth friendly services in targeted areas.
PURPOSE OF POSITION
The purpose of the position is to maintain and establish youth committees under six different municipalities in Beirut and Mount Lebanon. The job holder will be responsible for engaging with a multitude of internal and external stakeholders to ensure quality, timeliness, and effectiveness of the implementation as per the project requirements.
MAJOR RESPONSIBILITIES
% Time | Major Activities | End Results Expected |
50% | Lead on the youth committees component | |
| Youth groups are motivated and actively participating in the project 6 Youth group established and endorsed by their respective municipalities Youth successfully undergoes the capacity building, needs assessment, planning and implementation phases. Deliverables are on time and as per the standards. Project results achieved on time and on budget, as agreed to in grant agreement. High standards of quality assurance and reporting. | |
25% | Follow up on Local and National components | |
| Successful local and national youth advocacy interventions that are well measured to demonstrate impact. | |
5% | Build strong relationship and development understanding in the community | |
| Local community trusts World Vision and is willing to collaborate and share resources to work for the benefit of the most vulnerable children | |
5% | Perform other duties as required | |
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KNOWLEDGE, SKILLS AND ABILITIES
University degree in a field related to community development or social work
Minimum of 4 years’ experience in community development work, mainly in youth empowerment and local government support projects.
Excellent command of written and oral English and Arabic
Good understanding of community development concepts and practices
Knowledge of project planning and implementation
Proven experience in team management.
Solid communication, interpersonal, negotiation and relation management skills and experience
Proven ability to work effectively and sensibly in cross-cultural settings and complex environments
Experience in working with you in development projects.
Basic understanding of design, monitoring, and evaluation processes
Development facilitation skills , including catalyzing, connecting, and building the capacity of community groups
Experience in building and maintaining relationships and networks with individuals, communities and development partners.
70% field work
30% office based
Flexibility to work in the afternoons and on weekends as per the youth availability
Driving license is needed
*Position location to be determined by home country of successful candidate in a jurisdiction (US state or country) where WVI is registered to operate.
*Please submit your CV in English.
PURPOSE OF POSITION:
In connection with the Enterprise Risk Management (ERM) group, this position provides leadership for the WVI global compliance function. The Director will be expected to understand and evaluate WVI’s unique organizational environment, and apply a deep understanding of technical compliance principles to establish a recently developed function that will deliver an effective organization-wide compliance program. To accomplish these goals, the Director will need to possess a strong understanding of compliance best practices, and be able to exhibit creativity and strategic thinking in designing and implementing a framework that will enable the organization to effectively identify and manage its
internal and external requirements. The Director will be expected to act as a champion for fostering a culture of compliance in the organization. In particular, challenging existing negative perceptions of the compliance field, and demonstrating the benefits and value that a compliance practice can bring to WVI. This will include driving adherence to policy management standards, chairing the policy oversight committee, and advising stakeholders on policy development and revision. This role will also advise and support mandatory employee compliance training programmes ensuring a high degree of quality. This role will lead and support a network of Compliance Champions throughout the
organization who will act as focal points for their individual offices in leading the implementation and maintenance of local compliance functions and a compliance framework and monitoring tool.
KEY RESPONSIBILITIES:
Chair the policy coordination committee and act as a subject matter expert on policy management standards to ensure existing and new policies are in alignment.
Partner with a wide range of stakeholders and policy owners to advise on policy management and development best practices.
Maintain a network of partners and compliance champions throughout the organization to implement and support the Field Office Compliance Framework and monitoring tool.
Act in an advisory capacity to ensure employee training programmes and communications are effective at educating employees on expected behaviours.
Develop and deliver regular reporting to senior leadership and/or the Board on the effectiveness of the compliance program, highlighting any significant gaps requiring intervention.
Within the context of NGO Compliance practitioners and networking groups, act as a leader in developing sharing innovative best practices in place in World Vision.
KNOWLEDGE, SKILLS AND ABILITIES:
Bachelor degree in finance, business, project management, security or related discipline.
Minimum of 8 to 10 years of work experience leading a compliance programme or related function.
Membership in a global compliance institute/organization.
Well-developed verbal and written communication skills.
Experience in developing and implementing strategies that produce results.
Demonstrated leadership skills in setting strategic goals, measures of success and priorities.
Ability to understand and align cross-functional strategic priorities.
Knowledge and experience in managing a compliance function.
Ability to effectively engage with executive level management in championing compliance and implementing it as relatively new discipline in the organization.
Experience in managing stakeholders and business units to achieve results.
Preferred Skills, Knowledge and Experience:
Externally recognized compliance certification or qualification preferred.
International and/or prior experience working with an INGO.
Work Environment/Travel:
The position requires ability and willingness to travel domestically and internationally up to 25% of the time.