Position: Project Manager – Water Development
Reporting to: Head of Programmes/Program Manager
Collaborating with: Water Advisor, Senior Hydraulic Engineer, and Support Departments
Managing: Field team of 5-6 individuals
Location: Lebanon, Bekaa, Zahle office with frequent visit to Field Areas
Type of contract: a first 3 (three) month collaboration contract subject to verification of the achievement of specific objectives (these objectives will be agreed together with the Country Representative upon arrival on assignment); a second collaboration contract of 9 (nine) months renewable, following the positive evaluation of the first three months of contract
Starting date: ASAP
Gross Salary: to be defined according to the candidate’s profile
Application deadline: 4th February 2022
General Description
WeWorld-GVC, recently constituted from the merger of two NGOs, is an Italian secular and independent organization working since 1971 in international cooperation and humanitarian aid. Present in 29 countries with 128 projects, WeWorld-GVC operates in the following areas of assistance: human rights (gender equality, prevention and combating violence against children and women, migration), humanitarian aid (prevention, emergency relief and rehabilitation), food security, access to water, health and hygiene, education, global citizenship education, quality teaching and international volunteering. WeWorld-GVC works mostly with girls, boys, women and youth, actors of change in every community for a fairer and more inclusive world. Supports people overcoming emergencies and guarantees a life with dignity, opportunities and a better future through human and economic development programs, in the framework of the 2030 Agenda. Joining the WeWorld-GVC team means being part of the development of a dynamic organisation where the contribution of each staff member is promoted and valued, working together towards the collective achievement of shared goals and vision. At present, the main donors are Italy (AICS), the EU (DG ECHO), UNICEF, OCHA, and Belgium (DGD).
Working context
WeWorld-GVC started operating in Lebanon in 2006 and has refined its Water Governance Program for over seven years. Currently is implementing two multi-year water projects supporting public water and wastewater services through funding by AFD and EU-MADAD. Its approach is three-folded, and builds on (i) Infrastructural interventions to improve service delivery, (ii) Capacity Building to Water Establishments’ local offices, and (iii) Community Engagement to promote water accountability and public participation.
Purpose of the Role
Within this framework, WeWorld-GVC seeks to recruit a Project Manager to and lead the implementation of the two projects. Under the direct line management of the Head of Programmes/Program Manager, the Project Manager will be responsible for successfully implementing WeWorld-GVC’s components of the projects, in close cooperation with the project partners and the consortium coordinators, beneficiaries, and stakeholders.**
Main functions and duties
Projects Management (70%)
Communication, coordination and representation (15%)
Team Management and HR (15%)
Other tasks
The duties and responsibilities set forth above are not exhaustive and the role holder may be required to perform additional duties (i.e. Implementation of other specific tasks assigned by the Line Manager and preparation and transmission of additional information requested by HQ).
Job Specifications
Essential Requirements
Qualifications and Knowledge
Professional experience
Skills and Abilities
DESIRABLE REQUIREMENTS
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