Regional Project Coordinator – MENA (International)

Mission

In situations of armed conflict, Geneva Call, as a neutral, impartial and independent international humanitarian organization, endeavors to strengthen the respect of humanitarian norms and principles by armed non-State actors, in order to improve the protection of civilians, while supporting local communities in their efforts to enhance their own protection. Appel de Genève/Geneva Call is a private, not-for-profit, humanitarian organization foundation under Swiss law, founded in 1998.

Geneva Call consists of many diverse nationalities, cultures, languages and opinions. Geneva Call is an inclusive working environment for all its staff. Applications are particularly encouraged from all qualified candidates without distinction on the grounds of race, colour, sex, national origin, age, religion, disability, sexual orientation, and gender identity.

Role

Geneva Call is launching a new regional approach bringing together armed actors and religious leaders to promote international humanitarian norms. This position will coordinate this project across the MENA region.

Main responsibilities

PROGRAMMING

• Ensure implementation of the MENA Regional ECHO/Diakonia project.
• Ensure monitoring of the outcomes and impacts is being done at field level.
• Offer support whenever needed.

BUDGET MONITORING

• Ensure that burn rate and implementation rate of the budget is on-track and following donor’s requirements.

FUNDRAISING

• Explore additional funding opportunities for the regional project. Support regional funding efforts with donors on in coordination with CDs.

COMMUNICATION

• Establish regional networks in support of regional approach.
• Ensure that relevant data are collected and compiled to feed development of regional approach strategy.

SECURITY

• Ensure security evaluations for regional events.

Transversal responsibilities

MANAGEMENT

• Reports to the Head of Region.
• Engages regularly with the CDs.

COMPLIANCE

• Ensure compliance with donors’ requirements (programs).

Education and experience

• A graduate degree or equivalent experience in international relations/another humanitarian field.
• At least 7 years of relevant experience in a humanitarian organization working in conflict areas, including in managing teams of at least 5 people.
• Proven experience in project management including budget, HR, process and report management.
• Experience of remote management of staff.
• Willingness and ability to travel at short notice.
• Demonstrable experience of engaging with ANSAs would be an asset.
• Proven track record of field work experience with INGOs in development and emergency contexts.
• Experience of successfully fundraising and dealing with institutional donors and international donors.

Technical skills

• Solid project management skills related to organizational development projects and international, cross-functional teams with a proven history of delivering results.
• Excellent dispute resolution, facilitation and team building skills.
• Substantial knowledge of international development systems, institutions and donors, and of procedures, accountability frameworks and best practices.
• Ability to work under pressure and in conflict?affected settings, and to handle numerous tasks simultaneously.
• Understanding of International Humanitarian Law is an asset.

Languages

• English C1-C2.
• Arabic would be a strong asset.

Personal skills

• Demonstrated ability to thrive in a matrix management environment. Developed interpersonal and communication skills including influencing, negotiation and coaching.
• Strong communications skills (both written and verbal) at a level appropriate for high level external representation and ability to tailor communications to different audiences.
• Interpersonal skills with experience of negotiation with weapon bearers and other stakeholders.
• Entrepreneurial mindset.

Conflict of interest

Any candidate affiliated to, or openly supporting, one or more interest groups opposed to the Foundation’s principles and values, or whose previous position could engender safety issues for co-workers at Appel de Genève / Geneva Call, will be excluded from this selection process. The employee will be accountable for the responsibilities and the competencies, in accordance with the Geneva Call Performance Management guidelines. The following documents will be used for performance reviews:

• Job Description
• Action plan
• Performance Review Template

Conditions

• Position: Regional Project Coordinator – MENA
• Work place: Geneva Call office in Middle East
• Type of contract: Fixed term contract, International position
• Occupation rate: 100%
• Preferred start date: July 15th, 2022.