WEWORLD sta selezionando un/a Country Representative da inserire nella sua operatività in Libano. Durata 12 mesi. Tipo contratto: Co.co.co. Scadenza candidature 13/02/2025
Position: Country Representative Lebanon
Location: Beirut, Lebanon
Reporting to: Head of Regional Unit Middle East
Starting date: ASAP
Application deadline: 13/02/2025
Family Duty Station: NO
R&R: NO
Contract Type: Expatriate (International)
Working Context
Present in Lebanon since 2006, WeWorld goal is to increase the population’s resilience in the governorates of Baalbek-Hermel and Akkar, through interventions in Multi-Sectoral Emergency Response Program, Food Security, Livelihoods, Water Governance and Local Economic Development. WeWorld long-lasting operational presence secures access to the areas of implementation, coupled with a comprehensive understanding of the needs of IDPs, refugees and host communities residing in the area.
WeWorld’s operational capacity in Lebanon includes +50 staff members deployed in four office, and one warehouse for emergency items.
Despite increasing attacks, WeWorld continues its program delivery and the setting up of a tailored emergency response. WeWorld is currently developing a contingency plan to ensure business continuity, and at the same time it is planning to develop a contingency plan to respond to the newly emerged needs of the groups most affected by the conflict.
Purpose of the Role
Within this framework, WeWorld recruits a Country Representative responsible for the coordination and overall management of actions implemented in water, education, livelihood and shelter with an inclusive and multi-sectorial approach. The Country Representative will be under the direct line management of the Head of Regional Unit Middle East.
Main tasks and responsibilities
Country office leadership
- Lead the elaboration and implementation of the country strategy
- Recommend and/or determine priorities and supervise the implementation of project work plans as well as supervise and ensure quality of project reporting to donors
- In collaboration with the relevant staff in WeWorld Lebanon organigram, establish annual objectives and targets, performance measurements, standards and results expected to ensure timely and partner oriented deliverables
- Operate within the defined limits of authority on matters of Finance, Procurement and Human Resources and subject to any limits or conditions that may be imposed as per delegated authority
- Support HQ in planning, recruiting, managing and developing a flexible workforce with the skills and competencies needed to ensure optimum performance, and ensure gender and geographical diversity
- Foster a positive work environment, respectful of both men and women, and ensure that the highest standards of conduct are observed
- In consultation with the Security Manager support the duties on security as outlined in the WeWorld Security manual
Partnership development
- Keep abreast of and assess the needs of the national government and other WeWorld partners operating in the country, to identify and plan with them areas for leveraging WeWorld services/competencies in project delivery
- Build and strengthen strategic partnerships in the country through active networking, advocacy and effective communication of WeWorld competencies in project service delivery and management to develop opportunities and engagements with new partners
- Develop a comprehensive partnership and programme development plan in line with WeWorld Country Strategic Plan and Regional Strategies to grow the pipeline opportunities in Lebanon
- Examine risks and opportunities presented by the strategic positioning of WeWorld in Lebanon and propose appropriate responses to ensure sustainable operations
- Lead the identification, design, formulation and negotiation of new projects and programs and draft concept notes and project document briefs for discussion with partners
- Assist the HQ to maintain public/media/donor relations to actively engage their interest/support in promoting and communicating WeWorld achievements, competencies and interest at global level
Programme Management
- Manage and oversee the preparation of programme documents (including business cases/strategies, policy briefs, programme plans and risk assessments)
- Implement internal performance and quality control systems for in-country programmes including tracking, monitoring and reporting on project delivery and financials
- Evaluate performance to measure efficacy and alignment of the country with the organizational/regional/country strategies and compliance with WeWorld standards of accuracy, transparency and accountability and to ensure that service delivery reinforces business development objectives
Representation and advocacy
- Represent WeWorld in Lebanon and be responsible for the management of host country relations and WeWorld interests in dealing with government, international and local organisations, networks and media in the Area Programme
- Represent WeWorld in strategic meetings, conferences, forums and other public events and contribute towards consolidating and raising the profile of WeWorld
- Develop and strengthen relationships with local organisations and networks and establish national and regional strategic relations and alliances with partners and civil society working in common cause with WeWorld objectives
- Maintain good partnerships relations at National and International levels
- Promote WeWorld’s organizational identity and capacity to all stakeholders and partners in Lebanon and ensure WeWorld remains relevant to the changing needs of disadvantaged people in the country
Knowledge management and innovation
- Contribute to the development and introduction of innovation to ensure WeWorld is continually incorporating best practices approaches in the delivery of regional portfolio
- Contribute to the dissemination and sharing of best practices and lessons learned for corporate development planning and knowledge building
- Contribute to the planning, implementation and organization of strategic capacity building of personnel, partners and stakeholders
- Establish priorities, in consultation with the Head of Regional office, for targeted investments in growth and innovation, contribute to identification and implementation of innovation and continuous improvement in support of organizational excellence and world-class performance
The duties and responsibilities set forth above are not exhaustive and the role holder may be required to perform additional duties.
Job Specifications
ESSENTIAL REQUIREMENTES
Qualifications and Knowledge
- An advanced university degree or equivalent in the field of Social or Political Science, Development Studies, International relations, Project Management or in one of the sectors of intervention
- Knowledge of main donors policies and procedures (UN Agencies, Europe aid, AICS)
- Project Development and proposal writing
- Project Management Cycle knowledge and management
- Fluent in written and spoken English
- Computer skills, in particular MS Word, MS Excel, MS Outlook, MS Project
- Valid and clean driving license
Professional experience
- Minimum 8 years of relevant experience in working with NGO or International Organization with increasing responsibility and at least 2 years in the required position
- Previous experience in Middle East working in international cooperation
Skills and Abilities
- Good communication and leadership skills
- Ability to perform under stress condition
- Capacity to autonomously work and in problems prevention/resolution
- Ability to think strategically and conceptually and to translate these into concrete results
- Ability to identify, initiate and maintain good relationships with partner organizations, donors and national authorities including building professional relationships with senior decision-makers and influencers / leaders
- Proven organizational skills and ability to effectively manage multiple tasks while fostering quality, team spirit and positive working relationships with colleagues
- Strong interpersonal relationships and demonstrated ability to leverage business networks and partnerships for continued growth
- Demonstrates integrity by modelling the NGO values and ethical standards
- Displays cultural, gender, religion, nationality and age sensitivity and adaptability
- Strong commitment to the Mission of WeWorld, genuine interest for international cooperation development topics
DESIRABLE REQUIREMENTS
- Knowledge of Arabic and Italian language
WHAT WE OFFER
Type of contract: a first 6 (six) month collaboration contract subject to verification of the achievement of specific objectives (these objectives will be agreed together with the Line Manager upon arrival on assignment); a second collaboration contract of 6 (six) months renewable, following the positive evaluation of the first months of contract
Economic conditions: to be defined according to WeWorld Expatriates Compensation Policy: Base Salary (seniority/role held) + Contributions (role complex, housing and hardship based on place of work)
Annual leave: 2,5 days/month (working days)
Flight ticket: one return flight
Health insurance: covered
Family duty Station: NO
R&R: NO
HOW TO APPLY
Please, send your CV and Cover Letter at the provided address
The recruitment process may be closed early if a suitable candidate is found. Due to the large number of applications, we apologise in advance and will only respond to those profiles deemed suitable for the role.
