Plan International recruits a Livelihoods Programme Manager in Beirut & Beqaa, BA, LB

Date: 01-Jul-2020

Location: Beirut & Beqaa, BA, LB

Company: Plan International

 

The Organisation

Plan International is an independent development and humanitarian organisation that advances children’s rights and equality for girls.

We believe in the power and potential of every child. But this is often suppressed by poverty, violence, exclusion and discrimination. And it’s girls who are most affected.

Working together with children, young people, our supporters and partners, we strive for a just world, tackling the root causes of the challenges facing girls and all vulnerable children.

We support children’s rights from birth until they reach adulthood. And we enable children to prepare for – and respond to – crises and adversity. We drive changes in practice and policy at local, national and global levels using our reach, experience and knowledge.

We have been building powerful partnerships for children for over 80 years, and are now active in more than 70 countries.

Role Purpose

The Livelihoods Programme Manager will be responsible to design and plan appropriate Livelihoods programmes and activities, ensure quality management of programs, monitor the partners and projects’ implementation and ensure adequate coordination and communication. Plan International’s Livelihoods portfolio mainly focuses on gender-transformative Skills Building and Youth Economic Empowerment (SOYEE).

Dimensions of the Role

Under the guidance and direct supervision of the Programme Director, the Livelihoods Programme Manager will ensure quality management of Plan International’s livelihoods and youth economic empowerment programme in Lebanon, working closely with M&E, Finance, Operations, HR and other Programs colleagues. He/she will also supervise a number of staff in Beirut and/or other field areas.

Accountabilities

  • Define objectives and key outcomes of Plan International’s overall Livelihoods and SOYEE response in Lebanon in line with national strategies.
  • Develop an evidence-based Livelihoods and SOYEE programme plan including programmatic, research and advocacy priorities, closely linked to other sector programmes.
  • Support in designing assessments and baseline studies in target areas; determine priorities and immediate activities and required resources.
  • Ensure programmes are in line with Plan International’s global SOYEE Strategy and Framework, and include gender-transformative and conflict-sensitive approaches.
  • Support in drafting, reviewing and submitting concept notes, proposals and reports in close coordination with other Programme Managers and relevant National Offices (fundraising offices in the Plan International Federation).
  • Ensure appropriate linkages for Plan’s programmes with the Food Security and Basic Assistance sectors.

Quality Management and Implementation:

  • Oversee implementation of Livelihoods and SOYEE programs, management of budgets, and reporting in accordance with Plan and donor regulations.
  • Work closely with Plan International Lebanon’s teams and partners to ensure that activities are implemented in a coordinated and phased manner, in accordance with Plan International’s SOYEE approach, best practices and policy.
  • Undertake regular field monitoring visits to assess progress and identify technical quality issues and/or other implementation issues, provide solutions and implement modifications as required.
  • Provide technical guidance and direction including ongoing training, coaching and mentoring to Plan International Lebanon’s and partners’ staff members on Livelihoods and SOYEE relevant topics to ensure quality programming in compliance with Plan International’s standards and policies.
  • Coordinate closely with partner organisations’ teams to improve the quality of Livelihoods and SOYEE programmes and activities.
  • Ensure that ethical and sound data collection and information management systems are in place for appropriate analysis, planning, evaluation, and advocacy;
  • Ensure that SOYEE monitoring and evaluation systems are developed and implemented in all programs to ensure quality and inform ongoing programme design.
  • Support technical discussions relating to Food Security and Cash Assistance activities as needed.

Coordination and Communication

  • Provide updates and reports on Livelihoods and Youth Economic Empowerment context, activities and strategies to Plan International’s management team, Global Hub, relevant National Offices and donors.
  • Regularly liaise and coordinate with other Programme Managers (CP, GBV, SRHR, Education) to ensure that responses are comprehensive.
  • Regularly liaise and coordinate with Plan International’s partner organisations on Livelihoods and Youth Economic Empowerment programmes.
  • Build and maintain relationships with relevant ministries (incl. Ministry of Social Affairs, Ministry of Labour, Ministry of Education, etc.), UN organizations (UNICEF, UNHCR, ILO, etc.), INGOs and national NGOs.
  • Participate in the Livelihoods Working Group, Basic Assistance Working Group, Food Security Working Group and other relevant coordination entities.
  • Attend regular calls, meetings, etc. as required by Plan International.
  • Act as the organisation’s focal point in Bekaa when needed.

Human Resources

  • Coordinate and/or implement training and briefing for Plan International staff, partners, and other key stakeholders on livelihoods, youth economic empowerment and/or related issues.
  • Identify the staffing needs for the Livelihoods response and support the recruitment process for these staff.
  • Manage a team in Beirut and/or Bekaa and other areas.

Success Metrics: No violations of the corporate standards and policies.

  1. Ensures that Plan International’s global policies for Child Protection (CPP) and Gender Equality and Inclusion (GEI) are fully embedded in accordance with the principles and requirements of the policy including relevant Implementation Standards and Guidelines as applicable to their area of responsibility. This includes, but is not limited to, ensuring staff and associates are aware of and understand their responsibilities under these policies and Plan International’s Code of Conduct (CoC), their relevance to their area of work, and that concerns are reported and managed in accordance with the appropriate procedures.
  2. Complies with corporate policies and standards: Safeguarding Children and Young People Policy, IT Policy, Anti –Fraud and Corruption Policy, Confidentiality Policy, Code of Conduct, Whistle Blowing, HR Policies and Procedures.
  3. Ensures commitment to Plan’s position on promoting girls’ rights and gender equality, and integrating this into all aspects of work.

Knowledge, Skills, and Behaviours

Demonstrable knowledge and understanding of:

  • The socio-economic context in Lebanon;
  • International frameworks and local labour policies and regulations;
  • Challenges faced by youth, particularly young women, in Lebanon in relation to skills learning and access to job opportunities;
  • The work of ministries, UN agencies, INGOs and national NGOs to address these challenges;
  • Familiarity with other types of programming such as Child Protection, Shelter and Cash.
  • The national and local civil society context in Lebanon, particularly focusing on livelihoods, social protection and youth economic empowerment.

       Qualifications and Experience

  • Minimum 5 years of professional experience in livelihoods, social protection or youth economic empowerment programming of which at least 2 in humanitarian or refugee settings;
  • Master’s degree in economics, international relations, social sciences or another related field;
  • Strong experience in Project Management, both on a programmatic and financial level;
  • Experience managing teams;
  • Experience managing large grants; EU-funded grants are an asset;
  • Experience working on projects targeting adolescents and youth, especially adolescent girls and young women is preferred;
  • Experience working on projects in partnership with international, national and local NGOs is preferred.

       Skills

  • Excellent knowledge of Arabic and English is mandatory;
  • Excellent ability to write reports, briefing papers and research in English;
  • Excellent skills in project design, time management, and problem solving;
  • Good facilitation skills and ability to deliver briefings and trainings;
  • Demonstrated ability to network and liaise with UN, coordination mechanisms and donors;
  • Demonstrated ability to liaise and coordinate with teams from different sectors to address issues affecting children and youth in a multi-sectoral approach;
  • Flexible work attitude and ability to work independently within a small team;
  • Ability to effectively communicate with a diverse and cross-cultural audience.

Plan International’s Values in Practice

     We are open and accountable

  1. Promotes a culture of openness and transparency, including with sponsors and donors.
  2. Holds self and others accountable to achieve the highest standards of integrity.
  3. Consistent and fair in the treatment of people.
  4. Open about mistakes and keen to learn from them.
  5. Accountable for ensuring we are a safe organisation for all children, girls & young people

      We strive for lasting impact

  1. Articulates a clear purpose for staff and sets high expectations.
  2. Creates a climate of continuous improvement, open to challenge and new ideas.
  3. Focuses resources to drive change and maximise long-term impact, responsive to changed priorities or crises.
  4. Evidence-based and evaluates effectiveness.

       We work well together

  1. Seeks constructive outcomes, listens to others, willing to compromise when appropriate.
  2. Builds constructive relationships across Plan International to support our shared goals.
  3. Develops trusting and ‘win-win’ relationships with funders, partners and communities.
  4. Engages and works well with others outside the organization to build a better world for girls and all children.

We are inclusive and empowering

  1. We empower our staff to give their best and develop their potential
  2. We respect all people, appreciate differences and challenge equality in our programs and our workplace
  3. We support children, girls and young people to increase their confidence and to change their own lives.

Level of Contact with Children:

High level

Travel

  • In-country travel is estimated at 50%.
  • Occasional international travel may be required.

Location:Based in Beirut with 50% travel to Bekaa and other areas

Type of Role: Programmes

Reports to: Programme Director

Grade: D1

Closing Date: 7 June 2020

Early application is encouraged as we will review applications throughout the advertising period and reserve the right to close the advert early.

A range of pre-employment checks will be undertaken in conformity with Plan International’s Safeguarding Children and Young People policy.

As an international child centred community development organisation, Plan International is fully committed to promoting the realisation of children’s rights including their right to protection from violence and abuse. That means we have particular responsibilities to children that we come into contact with.

Plan International believes that in a world where children face so many threats of harm, it is our duty to ensure that we, as an organisation, do everything we can to keep children safe. We must not contribute in any way to harming or placing children at risk. 

Equality, diversity and inclusion is at the very heart of everything that Plan International stands for. Our organisation is based on a culture of inclusivity and we strive to create a workplace environment that ensures every team, in every office, in every country, is rich in diverse people, thoughts, and ideas.

We will provide equality of opportunity and will not tolerate discrimination on any grounds. We foster an organisational culture that embraces and exemplifies our commitment to gender equality, girls’ rights and inclusion while supporting staff to adopt good practice, positive attitudes and principles of gender equality and inclusion.

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