Programme Assistant

ECHO Syria is seeking to recruit ONE National Staff to be based in Beirut for the following positions:
Programme Assistant
The candidate needs to demonstrate the following criteria:
 Proof of higher education. University degree from a recognized university preferably in International Relations / Political Science / Economics & Development studies is an advantage.
 Minimum Five years of relevant experience at national or international level in supporting programme/project operations, preferable including at least two years of experience with an NGO's, donor or national/international organisation;
 Ability to travel on regular project monitoring visits or to respond to an emergency in an unsecure settings, when needed
 Ability and willingness to work in a multi-cultural environment
 Proficiency in Arabic and English and ability to communicate and draft reports in both languages;
 Good knowledge of any other European languages is an asset
 Proficiency in Computer application (Word, Excel, Access, Outlook)
 Good knowledge of Programme Cycle Management (PCM) or experience in project management
 Ability to work in the field with implementing partners and to communicate with beneficiaries.
 Ability to work under pressure, autonomy, initiative, and to set-up priorities.
 Extensive knowledge and professional experience in Syria is an asset.
 Must be a Lebanese national or hold a valid residence/work permit or other proof that he/she is eligible to live and work in Lebanon
As a part of a small but dynamic team, the Assistant will carry out activities such as:
 Situation analysis and assessments related to humanitarian and disaster risk reduction issues
 Analysis of DG ECHO-partners’ project proposals
 Monitoring, evaluation and coordination of ECHO-funded projects
 Reporting and programme administration
 Assisting in all programme related activities of DG ECHO
 Liaising with partners in an advisory capacity, local authority and institutions
 Actively participate in meetings
Applications including cover letter indicating the position applied for Programme Assistant, detailed CVs, academic & employment certificates of the interested candidates should be sent to [email protected] until 25/08/2017 midnight LT Beirut at the latest. The position must be clearly indicated in the subject line. (Programme Assistant - Vacancy)
Terms of Reference are published on:
The EU Delegation’s website: http://eeas.europa.eu/delegations/lebanon/about_us/vacancies/index_en.htm
Daleel-Madani’s website: http://daleel-madani.org/jobs
Only the short-listed candidates will be contacted.
Any form of canvassing, soliciting or influencing will be treated as a disqualification.