Program Intern
Interested candidates are requested to submit their profiles to:
https://jobs.lever.co/sfcg/c516522a-5951-4bf4-be6a-8221056840e4
PS: Only applications submitted through the link will be considered.
Purpose of the Position:
Under the overall supervision and guidance of the Project Manager, the intern will provide support to the program team in various projects by assisting in administrative, technical and financial aspects of the project to ensure it meets the quality requirements, delivers on time and that organizational learning is captured.
It is expected this position will be working most closely with the Preventing Violent Extremis project.
The intern must be available to work 25-30 hours per week, and must commit to 6 months.
Scope of Position:
Reports to: Project Manager
Direct Reports: None
Working relationships: Works closely with Project Manager and colleagues from other projects and departments (Finance, Supply Chain and Procurement)
Essential Duties and Responsibilities:
- Ensure compliance with Search internal administrative, technical and financial reporting standards, procedures and requirements
- Collaborate with project team throughout the project lifecycle, ensuring that project runs on time and budget
- Provide active role and use critical judgment in the development of all project deliverables
- Plan meetings, trainings and workshops, and assist in relevant invitations and logistical preparations
- Contribute to quality and timely submission of all project deliverables and documentation as assigned by the Project Manager
- Undertake field visits and attend meetings with partner and other relevant stakeholders when needed and as assigned by the Project Manager
- Maintain and regularly update Project folder in Google Drive
- Effectively communicate with the Project Manager for any issues related to the project
Skills & Competencies:
Minimum Qualifications:
- BA (completed or in progress) in Business Administration, Social Sciences, Political Sciences, International Relations, Conflict Resolution, Peacebuilding, or any relevant field of study or equivalent experience;
- Commitment to peacebuilding, human rights, gender equality and non-discrimination;
Preferred Qualifications:
Experience in working with civil society organizations, charity and/or project management is a plus.
Knowledge, Skills & Abilities:
- Strong written and verbal communication skills in English and Arabic is mandatory.
- Proficiency in Microsoft Office
- Self-starter, able to work independently, and willing to take on tasks small and large
Behavioral Competencies
- Working with People: The ability to respect the views and contributions of other team members; shows empathy, listens, supports; consults others and shares information and expertise, builds team spirit and adapts to the team.
- Flexibility: The ability to adapt to changing circumstances and priorities, to tolerate ambiguity, to adapt personal style to different people and situations.
- Drive for Results and Efficiency: The ability to set quality standards, monitor and maintain quality of work, and set goals to achieve continuous improvement.
- Relationship Management: The ability to manage interactions, to provide service and to support the organization while building an effective internal and external network.
- Leadership and Navigation: The ability to manage and contribute to initiatives and processes within the organization while making progress toward change and continuous improvement.
- Communication: The ability to effectively exchange information with others, to effectively deliver critical information, to gather information and communicate with others.
- Global and Cultural Effectiveness: The ability to value and consider the perspectives and backgrounds of all parties and be able to work cross-culturally.
- Ethical Practice: The ability to integrate Search vision, mission and core values, integrity and accountability throughout all organizational and business practices.
- Business Acumen: The ability to understand and apply information to contribute to the organization's strategic plan.
Internship Details:
- Contract Duration: 6 months
- Internship Allowances: $ 250
- Working hours: 25-30 hours per week
- Intern to be resident in Lebanon
NOTE:
Daleel Madani, the civil society network, serves as a platform for organisations to post their professional opportunities, but is not involved in the recruitment process. The hiring organisation is solely responsible for the job and candidate selection.
- Lebanon