Job ID
26127
Job Title
Education Programme Coordinator
To work for
Confidential
Country
Syria
City
Damascus
Field of Work
Education/Training
Job Type
Full time
Military service
Not Specified
Minimum Education Level
Bachelor/ License Degree
Responsibilities
1. Project Set-Up and Implementation
a. Support local partner(s) in the set-up and the development of new projects.
b. Ensure with the support of the POE timely and accurate implementation of project activities, ensuring outcomes and outputs are reached as defined by logframes.
c. Provide problem-solving solutions and actions in collaboration with implementing partner(s) and in coordination with the responsible supervisor where needed.
d. Assist partner(s) with the support of the POE in preparing regular activity-based work plans.
e. Ensure the quality of implemented activities
f. Supervise the facilitation/coordination of the implementation activities.
g. Carry out other tasks assigned by the supervisor.
2.Monitoring, Evaluation, Accountability and Learning (MEAL)
a. Conduct regular project visits within Syria to monitor project activities, expenditures and progress towards achieving project outcomes and outputs, and provide structured feedback for internal and external stakeholders.
b. Support local partner(s) in the collection, compilation and analysis of relevant high-quality data.
c. Support local partner(s) to compile timely internal reports for assigned projects in line with donor requirements and internal regulations and in accordance with set reporting schedules; assure the submission of the reports specified in the reporting schedule.
d. Consult the partner to provide necessary training to local staff and implementing partners on M&E and related tools and templates.
e. Supervise the preparation of M&E plans and assist with the support of the POE local implementing partners in setting up M&E structures.
f. Support partner in developing impact and progress measurements.
g. Supervise facilitation/coordination of programme evaluation(s).
h. Carry out other tasks assigned by the supervisor.
3.Coordination and Partnership Management
a. Represent the organization vis-a-vis donors, the organization network, partners, and other authorities and institutions and coordination platforms in the Education sector according to the Program Managers instructions.
b. Maintain a strong working relationship with partners and keep the Program Manager informed of all education sector partnership developments.
c. Ensuring that all planned activities in the education sector are coordinated within national and international/UN coordination bodies.
d. Attend coordination meetings in Syria as required and provide updates on the organization projects to the various working groups.
4.Administrative Support
a. Supervise the logistical and administrative tasks performed by the POE in the country including small purchases, reservations, preparations for visitors, and other related tasks.
a. Support local partner(s) in the set-up and the development of new projects.
b. Ensure with the support of the POE timely and accurate implementation of project activities, ensuring outcomes and outputs are reached as defined by logframes.
c. Provide problem-solving solutions and actions in collaboration with implementing partner(s) and in coordination with the responsible supervisor where needed.
d. Assist partner(s) with the support of the POE in preparing regular activity-based work plans.
e. Ensure the quality of implemented activities
f. Supervise the facilitation/coordination of the implementation activities.
g. Carry out other tasks assigned by the supervisor.
2.Monitoring, Evaluation, Accountability and Learning (MEAL)
a. Conduct regular project visits within Syria to monitor project activities, expenditures and progress towards achieving project outcomes and outputs, and provide structured feedback for internal and external stakeholders.
b. Support local partner(s) in the collection, compilation and analysis of relevant high-quality data.
c. Support local partner(s) to compile timely internal reports for assigned projects in line with donor requirements and internal regulations and in accordance with set reporting schedules; assure the submission of the reports specified in the reporting schedule.
d. Consult the partner to provide necessary training to local staff and implementing partners on M&E and related tools and templates.
e. Supervise the preparation of M&E plans and assist with the support of the POE local implementing partners in setting up M&E structures.
f. Support partner in developing impact and progress measurements.
g. Supervise facilitation/coordination of programme evaluation(s).
h. Carry out other tasks assigned by the supervisor.
3.Coordination and Partnership Management
a. Represent the organization vis-a-vis donors, the organization network, partners, and other authorities and institutions and coordination platforms in the Education sector according to the Program Managers instructions.
b. Maintain a strong working relationship with partners and keep the Program Manager informed of all education sector partnership developments.
c. Ensuring that all planned activities in the education sector are coordinated within national and international/UN coordination bodies.
d. Attend coordination meetings in Syria as required and provide updates on the organization projects to the various working groups.
4.Administrative Support
a. Supervise the logistical and administrative tasks performed by the POE in the country including small purchases, reservations, preparations for visitors, and other related tasks.
Qualifications
Education:
University degree in Humanitarian or Development Studies, International Relations, Business Administration, Social Work, Education or a related field.
Professional Experience:
a. Minimum of 4 years of experience in a similar position preferably in Lebanon or Syria.
b. Prior experience in Education in Emergencies
c. Strong Project Cycle Management skills
d. Experience in designing tools and strategies for data collection, analysis and production of reports.
e. Experience in data collection and analysis as well as M&E assessment tools are required.
f. Proven work experience in a post-conflict setting
g. Sound understanding of the Syrian context.
Skills and Competencies:
a. Highly organized, good capacity of analysis and synthesis, and attention to coherence and detail. Strong inter-personal skills, patience and persistence, if required.
b. Strong motivation to work in close partnership with national partners
c. Proven ICT skills,
d. Expertise in analyzing data using statistical software
e. Strong training & facilitation skills.
f. Strong writing/reporting skills
g. Sound understanding of humanitarian standards
h. Solid communication and presentation skills, especially in writing.
i. Ability to work independently, with minimal supervision and to cope with time pressure
j. Sound experience with modern technology, modern management tools
University degree in Humanitarian or Development Studies, International Relations, Business Administration, Social Work, Education or a related field.
Professional Experience:
a. Minimum of 4 years of experience in a similar position preferably in Lebanon or Syria.
b. Prior experience in Education in Emergencies
c. Strong Project Cycle Management skills
d. Experience in designing tools and strategies for data collection, analysis and production of reports.
e. Experience in data collection and analysis as well as M&E assessment tools are required.
f. Proven work experience in a post-conflict setting
g. Sound understanding of the Syrian context.
Skills and Competencies:
a. Highly organized, good capacity of analysis and synthesis, and attention to coherence and detail. Strong inter-personal skills, patience and persistence, if required.
b. Strong motivation to work in close partnership with national partners
c. Proven ICT skills,
d. Expertise in analyzing data using statistical software
e. Strong training & facilitation skills.
f. Strong writing/reporting skills
g. Sound understanding of humanitarian standards
h. Solid communication and presentation skills, especially in writing.
i. Ability to work independently, with minimal supervision and to cope with time pressure
j. Sound experience with modern technology, modern management tools
Specific Vacancy Requirements
Language and Other Requirements:
a. Excellent written and spoken Arabic and English are required.
b. Ability to work in Syria
a. Excellent written and spoken Arabic and English are required.
b. Ability to work in Syria
Salary and Benefits
Per organization's salary scale policy
About us
The organization is a member of global network of faith-based organizations and has responded to the Syrian Crisis by engaging in relief activities, including education, together with partners. In the region, the organization is currently supporting projects for Syrian's and vulnerable host communities in response to the Crisis across Syria.
Required employees number
1
Posted On
Jun 21, 2021
Expiry Date
Jul 21, 2021
CV Language
English
Additional questions for applicants
Q1: What skills and strengths can you bring to this position?