ABOUT SIRENASSOCIATES
We drive innovation at the leading edge of public sector transformation, helping our partners reimagine the possible in the service of safe, just and free societies. Our teams combine cutting-edge research and analysis with tech-infused change management services to help organizations become more responsive and accountable to the communities they serve. Our sectoral expertise lies around peacebuilding and community resilience, access to justice and the rule of law, public sector governance and oversight, and security sector transformation. From e-governance platforms for a citizen-centered COVID response, to community policing in refugee camps, Siren’s dynamic teams mobilize a wide range of expertise in pursuit of our mission, forever pushing ourselves to do better. All our work is under pinned by a philosophy of client-centeredness, where we use our skills to support our partners identify the root causes of the challenges they face and author the appropriate solutions. Siren is a UK-registered on-profit organization with headquarters in Beirut and project offices in both Beirut and Amman. For more information, see: www.sirenassociates.com
ABOUT THE ROLE
The Program Development and Strategic Communications Officer will occupy a fast-paced role within Siren, working closely with management to identify emerging opportunities and develop new projects in the service of safe, just and free societies. Employing strong research, analysis, writing and communication skills to help design high-impact programming secure new funding, and raise Siren’s profile, the PDSCO will play a critical role in driving Siren’s growth. Bringing together Siren’s internal expertise and on-the-ground insights with targeted research and analysis, the PDSCO will assist in designing Siren’s programmatic strategies that address emergent threats and opportunities in our operating contexts–as well as winning new projects aligned with this vision. The successful candidate will also draw upon their awareness of the stakeholder landscape to create tailored campaigns that effectively communicate Siren’s successes, research offerings and insights to current and prospective partners, clients, donors and staff. Subject to needs and the successful applicant’s skill-set, the PDSCO may additionally be called upon to assist in developing and improving our project implementation support structures. Siren operates in a highly dynamic environment and is currently undergoing an expansion while managing considerable uncertainty in relation to the Covid-19 crisis globally and Lebanon’s internal crisis. The PDCSO will be part of are flexible team that operates collaboratively according to agile methodologies. The successful candidate will be self-driven and capable of solving a range of problems in a fast-paced, flexible and responsive manner. The role offers ample opportunities for innovation and exploration, and candidates are expected to bring their own ideas to the table. The ideal candidate will be capable of conducting desk research (e.g. news, reviews, project reports, academic journals) on any given topic relevant to Siren's mandate, and producing well-written analyses. They will also have a knack for summarizing and translating often highly technical subject matter into crisp, clean English, and clearly communicating its relevance to a wider audience. Given Siren’s unique approach to delivery and the steep learning curve for the role, we ask that the candidate be willing to commit to staying with Siren for at least two years, following the probation period. For the right candidate, there is not only considerable opportunity for growth, but also for them to ‘make the role their own.’
RESPONSIBILITIES
Program/Business Development(70%)
Strategic Communications (30%)-the exact split between communications and program development activities will be flexible and needs-based.
Generate content to enhance the visibility of Siren’s products and services
Work with the Communications Lead, RMEL leads and other colleagues to plan and develop communications outputs (case studies, blogs, impact stories, press releases, multimedia content) around key outputs and activities
Support the creation publicly-facing reports (e.g. Siren Annual Report, Global Compact Annual Report) that demonstrate the company’s sectoral knowledge/expertise, approach, values and insights.
Identify proactive and reactive opportunities to further Siren's reach and influence and follow through on exploiting them in coordination with the Communications Lead and Programs Team.
Where necessary, assist in quality assuring key Siren products (research papers, public survey summaries, etc.)
Additional Responsibilities: As needed, the Program Development Officer may also contribute to the Programs Team’s broader functions in supporting, managing, and guiding project and program delivery to ensure current and future programs are delivered effectively, in line with our strategic goals, and with an eye towards impact.
QUALIFICATIONS
Essential
Strong research, analytical and problem-solving skills
Ability to work independently and perform well under-pressure •Strong interpersonal skills and ability to maintain good internal and external relationships
Desirable
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