In a brief paragraph, state the position’s overall purpose or objective, highlighting the general function for which the position is responsible. Why does the position exist and what must it accomplish. IMPORTANT: This section, along with the “Qualifications” section will appear in the vacancy announcement, so please describe fully
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Qualifications (Know How)
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Indicate the minimum required level of education, experience, and skills necessary to qualify for the position and fulfill the organization’s expectation for job performance. Also include the education, experience and skills desired for the position.
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Education Degree / Trainings
E.g. high school diploma: college degree (specified major/minor); specialty, example: Accounting, etc. Include the following phrase when possible: “or equivalent combination of education and work experience”.
Required:
- BA/BSc in international relations, development, economics, policy, or related degrees (or equivalent combination of education and work experience)
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Desired:
- MA/MSc in related fields.
- Specialized education in any fields related to resilience programming (gender, protection, climate change, agriculture and livestock, skills training, protection, WASH, market systems, infrastructure)
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Technical Experience / Technical Skills
Number of months / years of previous professional experience in a similar position. Example: Languages; planning; budgeting; word-processing; basic accounting; advanced written communications; presentation; fundraising; training/facilitation, etc.
Required:
- At least 8 years’ experience in multi-sectoral program management in the humanitarian / international development sector with INGOs;
- Experience coordinating in consortia or working with multiple partners;
- High level of organization and prioritization skills – able to handle and achieve multiple deadlines and tasks simultaneously;
- Excellent writing and speaking standards in English; donor reporting and funding proposal writing experience essential (preferably with FCDO and other donors);
- Effective verbal and written communication;
- Proficient in using workplans and Gantt charts for oversight and ensuring programs and team deliverables are achieved;
- Results and output focused;
- Ability to work well with diverse teams, build trust and respect among colleagues;
- Ability to make decisions and take accountability for decisions;
- Team player, willing to ‘get stuck in’ on whatever tasks are required.
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Desired:
- Previous experience working in Syria and/or demonstrated understanding of the Syrian context;
- Technical experience in an area of focus for the Consortium’s programming: e.g. agriculture / livestock, livelihoods, gender, climate change, vocational training, food security, market systems strengthening, social cohesion, protection, renewable energy, etc;
- Understanding of resilience approaches and programming in Syria;
- Experience in leading workshops and staff capacity-building
- Spoken and written Arabic language skills
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Resilience Initiative (SRI) is a partnership of organizations working together to increase the resilience of people affected by the conflict. We work alongside Syrians to recover their livelihoods and identify new opportunities; find innovative ways to overcome the challenges they face; and foster stronger, inclusive, and supportive communities. The SRI is led by three multi-mandate agencies – CARE, IRC, and Mercy Corps – who have been on the ground in Syria for over a decade, working together with local and international partners in all geographies and areas of control to help Syrians overcome repeated shocks and stresses.
The Consortium is seeking a highly skilled Deputy Director – Programs to join the Program Management Unit. S/He will be responsible for oversight, coordination and leadership of the Consortium’s program portfolio. The Deputy Director – Programs will ensure that the Consortium’s programs are meeting donor requirements and partners are implementing effective and quality resilience programming; will lead coordination and communication with partners on program design, workplans and delivery for current and new programs; will help partners address program issues that require guidance from the PMU; and will lead the Monitoring, Evaluation and Learning (MEAL) team of the PMU to generate evidence, learning and amplify best practices. S/He will be responsible for donor liaison and reporting, being responsive to donor requirements and deliver high-quality donor reporting. S/He will work closely with MEAL and Finance colleagues in the PMU to ensure the functions and responsibilities of the PMU are carried out successfully.
The Deputy Director – Programs will have over 8 years’ experience in program and portfolio management, donor reporting and project design, preferably in livelihoods and resilience-related programs. Experience with programming in Syria preferred, or a demonstrated understanding of the context in Syria. S/He will be highly organized to manage multiple deadlines and tasks simultaneously, and be able to lead and collaborate with partners and PMU colleagues to achieve deliverables.
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