Project Manager

Roles and Responsibilities:

• Support the  in implementing all Lebanon-related project activities (preparing content-wise and thematically, writing minutes, logistical support);
• Support in event planning, management and reporting;
• Ensure proper documentation of activities in Arabic and English and activity reporting;
• Support in donor reporting and proposal writing;
• Conduct research and context analysis and support the drafting of concept notes, background papers and training material;
• Support coordination on finance, logistics and administration issues; (component-related contracts under the responsibility of the project manager, liasing with finance and logistics on budget and event financing)
• Provide editorial, layout and translation support for project documents and publications;
• Coordinate development of communications material with Coms department in Berlin and contribute to external communication and visibility;
• Cooperate closely with the BF MENA staff members and project partners;
• Provide support in monitoring and evaluation, based on internal BF training and in coordination with the Head of Office. 

Your knowledge, experience & skills:

• At least 5 years of experience in project management in the peacebuilding/dialogue/conflict transformation fields
• Relevant experience working with municipalities, local development and social cohesion projects within a larger team in Lebanon
• Bachelor degree in political science, peace studies or related fields or relevant work experience in development projects. Master’s degree is an added value.
• Very good reporting skills
• Thorough knowledge of the Lebanese social and political context
• Proven work experience in the Arab region, preferably Lebanon
• Excellent verbal and written language skills in Arabic and English are required

Additional skills:

• Strong ability to work with perseverance as part of a team as well as independently
• Curiosity and strong empathetic/intercultural skills
• Ability to work under time pressure