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Libya Programs Coordinator

Organization WeWorld

Posted 29 Jul 2021

Closing date 16 Aug 2021

Position: Libya Programs Coordinator

Reporting Relationship: Country Representative

Location: Tunis, Tunisia with frequent displacements to Libya

Type of contract: 6 months with possibility of extension

Deadline: 16/08/2021

Starting date: September 2021

Gross Salary: to be defined according to the candidate’s profile

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 organization 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 in Libya

WeWorld-GVC has been operating in Libya since 2018 through the implementation of the following intervention sectors:

Humanitarian Aid for host, displaced, migrant and refugee populations through projects promoting access to water, sanitation and hygiene (WASH), primary health, etc.
Capacity building of Civil Society Organizations (CSOs)
Promoting respect for Human Rights, in connection with the field of humanitarian protection

In Libya, WW-GVC has its main office in Tripoli and a field office in Sebha (Fezzan region).

Provisional annual budget 2021: 3,200 M EUR.

The main donors are EU Trust fund for Africa, AICS, CERF.

Libya National team: 14 staff

Libya team in Tunis office: 8 staff

Scope of the work

WeWorld-GVC is recruiting a Libyan Program Coordinator who works under the direct responsibility of the Country Representative. She/he has under her/his direct responsibility two Project Managers. She/he works in coordination with: the Libyan National Coordinator (based in Libya), the Finance and Administration Coordinator, the Gender & Protection Coordinator, the Data analyst and Logistic Coordinator (based in Tunisia). She/he has under her/his indirect responsibility 9 staff (based in Libya).

Main functions and duties

The Programs Coordinator will be the program lead in Libya, contribute to strategic planning and lead in management of all technical experts. The Programs Coordinator will oversee and coordinate projects and programmatic issues related to quality and delivery with a focus on program sector integration and collaboration. She/he is responsible for high quality and accountable program design and delivery, and ensures compliance with WeWorld-GVC’s procedures and guidelines within the operation. She/he leads the development of new programming strategies and program reporting.

The main tasks of the Libya Program Coordinator are the following:

1-Management Responsibilities

Provide leadership in the design, delivery and ensure the quality of WeWorld-GVC operations
Responsible for managing staff under her/his supervision and ensuring that WeWorld-GVC’s values are incorporated and upheld
Support the Country Representative (CR) in achieving goals, maintain program quality (and when necessary serve as the Acting Country Representative in the absence of the CR)
Support the development of expertise in relevant sectors and supports the agenda for capacity building of national staff
Responsible for ensuring that the program is donor compliant and respects WeWorld-GVC accountability principles

2-Fundraising and new program development

Provide support in the development of the WeWorld-GVC Libya fundraising strategy
Support fundraising from traditional and new donors
Supports opening of new strategic locations for program expansion

3-Programme strategy within WeWorld-GVC’s overall Country, Regional and Global strategic frameworks

Ensure all staff understand the regional and global frameworks
In collaboration with Regional Office, manage a consultative process for local strategy development, and play a leading role in annual program portfolio analyses
Responsible for the coordination of staff meetings, project kick off and closure meetings
Facilitate synergy between WeWorld-GVC’s program activities
Promote development of sectoral strategies that contribute to program strategy

4-Programme delivery

Enable and overseeing effective, efficient and timely implementation of all projects according to agreed contracts, budgets, policies and in accordance with specific donor requirements
Ensure that relevant beneficiary data is collected, compiled, analyzed and distributed and that relevant assessments are conducted in the project areas
Provide regular internal and external reports, and other relevant information on program activities, policy matters and external relations
Ensure the local quality assurance systems are developed and followed
Provide staff with direction and input and prioritize technical expertise according to program needs
Cooperate closely with CR and Libya National Coordinator to develop sector synergy

5-Quality, accountability, and program compliance

Ensure implementation in accordance with Core Humanitarian Standard (CHS)
Ensure complaints handling mechanisms are in place for all programs,
Supervise M&E, accountability and learning activities to ensure effective quality monitoring and evaluation
Support program teams in ensuring learning across the programs and replication of best practices

6-Representation, coordination and stakeholder management

Ensure that WeWorld-GVC maintains excellent and productive relations with all key stakeholders, especially beneficiaries, local authorities, the humanitarian community and donors
As agreed with the CR, represent WeWorld-GVC at relevant and senior forums/ meetings such as donor meetings, field donor meetings, Consortium meetings etc
Conduct regular stakeholder analyses to ensure that WeWorld-GVC has good understanding of dynamics/ relationships in Libya
Take the lead with specific donors based on gaps identified in the program

7-Advocacy and communication

Support in developing a program advocacy and communication strategy for the country
Support the CR in the development and review of communication materials, including brochures, case studies as well as press releases

ESSENTIAL REQUIREMENTS

Qualifications and Knowledge:

Master or equivalent in the international cooperation / development / project management sector
Deep understanding of the Libyan context, conflict sensitivity, migratory flows, local economic development and issues related to Health, WASH, Protection
Fluent in English is mandatory

Professional experience:

At least 4 years of specific experience in coordinating projects in the field of international cooperation
Representation experience with institutions and participation in coordination meetings
Experience in budget management and monitoring of logistical procedures

Personal skills:

Leadership, planning, organization and teamwork skills
Proactive and dynamic attitude
Ability to adapt and work under constraint, under pressure and in complex and multicultural contexts
Interpersonal skills and intercultural approach
Good listening and communication skills
Good negotiation and conflict resolution skills
Strong commitment to the mission of We World GVC, real interest in international cooperation development topics
Displays cultural, gender, religion, nationality and age sensitivity and adaptability

DESIDERABLE REQUIREMENTS