The Beirut-based Program officer will provide support to the Program Manager in all aspects of developing and implementing Mercy Corps’ youth program. S/he will be responsible for helping with curriculum and materials development, designing and running trainings related to youth, coordinating with partners, monitoring and reporting on the program, and other duties as requested by the Program Manager.
Job Functions
- Attend and organize coordination and partner meetings;
- Assist in the development and implementation of trainings for youth related to leadership and capacity building;
- Organize weekly meetings with youths or when necessary;
- Ensure monthly reports are submitted on time and are of an acceptable standard;
- Manage the program filing system for all programs assigned related activities and ensure that information is organized accordingly to the reporting. Ensure required levels of confidentiality;
- Provide written and oral translation and write reports, as necessary;
- Participate in monitoring and evaluating program activities;
- Assist program staff in coordinating logistics and project activities, including serving as a liaison to the finance and operations teams;
- Conduct himself/herself both professionally and personally in such a manner as to bring credit to Mercy Corps and to not jeopardize its humanitarian mission.
- Other duties as assigned.
Requirements
- Bachelor Degree in any relevant field,
- 2+ years of experience
- Must be computer-literate, particularly in programs such as Word and Excel.
- Strong organizational skills required, as is the ability to work independently and take initiative.
- Must work well as a member of a team.
- Experience working with youth and conducting trainings is required.
- Must be willing to travel throughout Lebanon, sometimes staying overnight.
reception@lb.mercycorps.org
