Emergency Response Manager- Syrian Refugee Programme - ActionAid

Location: ActionAid Denmark Amman Office

Local Terms and Conditions, Base Salary: 1200 Jordanian Dinar per month

Immediately Available; Fixed term Contract for 6 months

ActionAid is an international organisation, working with over 25 million people in more than 40 countries for a world free from poverty and injustice 

The Programme Manager is responsible for implementing and managing the work of the Emergency Response Programme which is responding to the Syrian refugee crisis in Jordan and Lebanon.

The Emergency Response Programme is an ActionAid funded programme addressing refugees’ basic needs, empowerment and protection, and community led policy and advocacy activities for vulnerable Syrian women and youth in Jordan and Lebanon. The Programme Manager will manage ActionAid’s response to the Syrian refugee crisis, with responsibility for building capacity of partner organisations and team, represent the programme and ensuring its sound and effective implementation, as well as monitor and report on its implementation. The incumbent will report directly to the Regional Director.

The main responsibilities of this position are:

1.  Ensuring timely and effective programme implementation
2. Providing technical guidance to the programme, partners and team
3. Representing the programme at all levels
4. Managing and appropriately allocate programme resources
5. Supervising programme M&E processes

 Desired Skills & Experience

• A Master degree in a relevant field, or equivalent working experience
• At least 7 years technical experience, including substantial field based experience in  emergencies and working with refugees and vulnerable groups
• Deep understanding of the regional context, including substantial working experience in the region
• Commitment to women’s rights, human rights based approach and accountability to affected communities
• Experience and high competence in liaising with government authorities, NGOs and UN staff
• Demonstrated ability to plan and manage complex programmes
• Excellent team support and supervision skills
• Proven management skills with effective personal communication skills
• Flexibility and ability to take initiative to adapt to changing circumstances.
• Financial management skills and accountability
• Excellent verbal and written communication skills with fluency in both Arabic and English
• Positive attitude towards work and ability to work effectively within a team
• Discreet and able to make good judgments about the flow of information
• Ability and willingness to work in challenging programme locations

Application Procedures

Further information relating to this position can be obtained from the attached Job description

Applications should be sent with your CV, motivation cover letter and two names of your nominated referees to: info-mena@ms.dk by no later than 15th of March 2013.  Please clearly indicate which position you are applying for. We respect all candidates but we can only respond to shortlisted candidates.

Although all applications will be considered on their individual merit, suitably qualified women are especially encouraged to apply.