Foundation Development and Outreach Specialist - LRI - Lebanon

Lebanon Reforestation Initiative (LRI) seeks a high caliber Foundation Development and Outreach Specialist for a large, four-year reforestation project that provides targeted technical assistance for reforestation and related short-term employment in impoverished and environmentally degraded regions of Lebanon.

Position Description Responsibilities of the Foundation Development and Outreach Specialist include:
- Developing an independent, non-profit foundation based in Lebanon to support ongoing restoration of Lebanon’s forests that will carry on the mandate of the Lebanon Reforestation Initiative following completion of its initial four-year project cycle. The independent entity will be a cooperative endeavor between the private sector, Lebanon’s expatriate communities, and the nonprofit, NGO sectors.
- Fundraising, networking, and outreach to the Lebanese diaspora communities, the Lebanese private sector, and other donors to raise interest, funding, and educational awareness for ongoing reforestation efforts in Lebanon;
- Overseeing development of a dynamic Internet-based outreach and marketing platform as required of a world-class foundation;
- Analyzing opportunities to establish long-term payment schemes for ecosystem services that forests provide and generate revenue for forest conservation and restoration;
- Advising LRI technical staff to improve business planning for tree nursery operations; and
- Representing the LRI before high-profile domestic and international audiences for foundation outreach and marketing. Qualifications The successful candidate will have:
- Advanced degree in business administration, marketing, international affairs, or related field;
- At least eight years experience in business development at a NGO or private sector entity;
- Proven successful fundraising and outreach record in a professional setting;
- Demonstrated high-level contacts and familiarity with philanthropic and cultural communities/associations in Lebanon, the United States, and elsewhere;
- Familiarity with corporate environmental marketing, corporate social responsibility, payment for ecological services, green marketing, etc., a decided advantage;
- Experience with Internet-based outreach and fundraising preferred;
- Superior oral communication, presentation, and interpersonal skills;
- Excellent time management skills;
- English and Arabic fluency; and
- Ability to travel internationally, especially between Lebanon and the United States.

Send CV and cover letter with "Foundation Development and Outreach Specialist" in subject line to info@lri-lb.org

HR/Sales/Ticketing - Kurban Travel - Lebanon

Kurban Travel is looking to recruit: travel consultant, HR manager, sales manager, ticketing supervisor, ticketing consultant.

online@kurbantravel.com

ArabNet Jobs - Lebanon

ArabNet is looking for full time, young and talented people that can add spice to the growing team:

- Project Manager
- Executive assistant to the VP
- Technology enthusiasts with great writing skills

Send CV/presentation/writing sample to jobs@arabnet.me

Preservation/Conservation Librarian - AUB - Lebanon

The Jafet Library has an opening for the position of Preservation/Conservation Librarian, above grade 12.

Basic Functions
Provides leadership and direction for preservation and conservation efforts of the library collections in all formats and throughout the University Libraries, including book repair, housing and storage environment control measures, and digital preservation. Establishes policies and best practices for the long-term protection and access to print and digital materials. Manages the activities of the Preservation Unit and oversees the library stack and storage facilities environment.

Minimum Requirements
- Master’s degree in Library and Information Science from an ALA-accredited institution.
- Minimum three years experience in preservation/conservation work in an academic library.
- Demonstrates knowledge and experience of current and emerging trends in preservation/conservation of library material in all formats.
- Demonstrates understanding of current digitization/preservation best practices for a variety of formats.
- Demonstrates understanding of copyright laws and rights management issues in a digital environment.
- Demonstrates planning, time management and organizational skills.
- Shows experience in writing and administering grants.
- Demonstrates excellent communication and interpersonal skills.

Apply
https://hrportal.aub.edu.lb/career/ViewVacancy.aspx?id=162

Executive Secretary - Beqaa Catholic School - Lebanon

A Catholic School in Beqaa is interested in recruiting an Executive Secretary for the office of the Director. Interested applicants should preferably be trilingual, have 7 years of relevant experience, and be living in Beqaa.

csjt@terra.net.lb

Consumer Research Executive - MEMRB - Lebanon

Tasks
- Reports to the GM and leading the Research Department in order to deliver the highest level of Client Service and information that is critical to their sales, marketing and supply chain initiatives.
- Con trolls Field Work preparations, Supervises and manages the Data Entry department. Manages portfolios of quantitative, qualitative and desk research assignments of International and Local Clients collecting their requirements and finally presenting them with the results and briefs.
- Handles projects from start till end, managing the smooth flow of work internally and externally until final handover of results to client. Continuously monitors results ensuring that MEMRB data is unsurpassed for quality and accuracy, in order to deliver the most accurate results to the clients

MENAcontact@memrb.com.cy

Internship/Filling the Database - APJM - Lebanon

The Association for the Protection of Jabal Moussa (APJM) is recruiting a part-time Intern for the main task of filling a Species Database. As part of its Biodiversity Assessment and Monitoring project sponsored by the UNESCO, the intern is required to enter a list of names (scientific & common names), special characteristics, and copyrighted pictures of all identified flora and fauna species in the Jabal Moussa Biosphere Reserve area. The list contains around 1000 species. The candidate would preferably have a background in Biology and/or Environmental Sciences with basic familiarity with species classification, and effective data entry skills (fast in typing; previous experience in data entry is a plus). English, Arabic are required, and French is a plus. Internship starts as soon as possible in APJM Jounieh Office.

The schedule is flexible with a maximum period of 3 months for finalization of the task(before end of January). Remuneration is based on output with a maximum of 600 USD if all data (including available pictures for which intern will be responsible of adding copyrights when absent) is correctly entered. The intern will be assisted at the beginning but is later expected to work independently.

info@jabalmoussa.org

Internship - Arab Center for the Rule of Law (ACRLI) - Lebanon

ACRLI’s internship programme offers a small group of outstanding graduate-level students the opportunity to acquire direct exposure to the Arab Center for the Rule of Law and Integrity- ACRLI work.

Description
Internships take place at ACRLI’s premises. Assignments vary greatly in terms of content. Every attempt is made to match the interests of the intern with the needs of the organization. Internship assignments vary in length according to the availability and academic requirements of the intern, as well as the needs of ACRLI. Assignments are available on a part-time and full-time basis.

Qualifications
- Enrollment in a graduate-level degree programme in a development related field such as, Public or Business Administration, Political Science, International Affairs, or Law
- Demonstrated interest in the field of Development
- Language skills: written and spoken proficiency in at least one, and preferably two of the languages used by ACRLI: English and Arabic
- Respect for the principles of the Arab Center for the rule of law and integrity- ACRLI.

Financial Issues
ACRLI does not pay for internships.

Further Career Opportunities
The purpose of internships is not to lead to further employment with ACRLI but, as mentioned, to complement an intern's studies. However, a number of interns, having completed their studies and met the necessary requirements, have gone on to further assignments with ACRLI.

info@arabruleoflaw.org

Sales Person - Mukhi Sisters - Lebanon

Mukhi Sisters is recruiting a presentable, trendy sales person for their store in Beirut Souks.

No experience needed, training will be provided.

Work hours: 5pm-10pm

info@mukhisisters.com

Policy Dialogue Coordinator - CRTD.A - Lebanon

In early 2011, CRTD.A launched a regional initiative on gender, Economic Rights and Livelihoods covering Lebanon and three other Arab countries. This regional initiative aims at contributing to the setting up of local and regional monitoring of processes for the formulation of socio-economic policies and strategies as well as mobilizing and engaging civil society organizations and relevant social institutions to engage in policy dialogue on engendering socioeconomic policies and strategies. The initiative includes three inter-related strategies namely knowledge production and dissemination, capacity building and awareness raising as well as policy dialogue.

CRTD.A is seeking to recruit a Policy Dialogue Coordinator to undertake the following:
- Develop issues and policy briefs
- Map policy actors as well as policy dialogue arenas and spaces within and beyond the MENA region
- Develop a policy dialogue strategy
- Engage and initiate policy dialogue initiatives
- Carry out research on gender and economic rights in the countries covered by the project
- Develop research framework and research documents
- Provide training and mentoring in qualitative research
- Write up reports
- Produce outputs as required by the project

Key Competencies
- University degree in social sciences or related field especially economy and/or public policy
- Training in gender equality
- Demonstrable experience in policy dialogue
- At least 5 to 7 years of experience in a policy related field and preferably within the NGOs sector
- Understanding of gender and economy issues in the MENA region
- Familiarity with and understanding of policy dialogue processes
- Understanding of issues related to gender and public policy in the MENA region
- Ability to provide training in policy dialogue
- Able to work independently and as part of a team
- Demonstrates good judgment and effective decision making skills
- Excellent knowledge of English and Arabic. French is a plus.

Interpersonal skills, ethos and values:
- Ability to work within a team
- Excellent written and verbal communication skills
- Commitment to gender equality and social justice
- Ability to meet multiple deadlines
- Ability to successfully work with groups with multiple interests, objectives and perspectives

Send a detailed CV, 3 references and letter of motivation to vacancy@crtda.org.lb

Project Assistant – Alef - Lebanon

Position Summary
Project assistant – Education & Outreach projects
Assists in the management, under the supervision of the Project Officer, within the guidelines stipulated in the agreement between ALEF and the donors of the related projects.

Duties and Responsibilities
- To assist the Project Officer in the overall project management, evaluation, reporting and monitoring directly and indirectly.
- To prepare reporting tools, workshops programme and logistics.
- To handle the correspondence related to the project, including the preparation of reports (situation, progress and others).
- To discuss findings and recommendations arising from the field of action with the Project Officer.
- To attend and participate in all related workshops, seminars, training and meetings as agreed by the Project Officer, the Community outreach programme manager and the Executive Director.
- Any other responsibility that is requested from the Project Officer, the Community outreach programme manager or the Executive director and that is aligned with the position’s and project’s scope.

General Qualifications
- Relevant university degree or equivalent
- Relevant experience on similar projects
- Good knowledge in Human Rights field
- Proficiency in MS Office skills
- Knowledge of local laws and regulations
- Fluency in written and spoken Arabic and English – French is a plus
- Strong communication skills – written and verbal
- Good organizational and managerial skills
- Good training/facilitation skills
- Able to work under pressure and in emergency situations
- Team player

Send CV and cover letter explaining how your skills and experiences meet the needs of the position to jobs@alefliban.org and put ASSEO in the Subject Line.

Technical Advisor - KAFA - Lebanon

KAFA is now seeking to recruit a "Technical Advisor" for the project funded by International Medical Corps (IMC): Regional Middle East Iraqi Refugee Mental
Health, and Protection Program - Extending support of victims of GBV & rehabilitation of male perpetrators, to work on a full-time basis for a 3 month
period and to be committed to KAFA's principles.

Requirements
- Advanced university degree or equivalent professional qualification, with at least two years experience in marketing, communications, information-based
work, or advocacy-related communication.
- Mental Health, Social Sciences, or Health Behavior Background is a plus.
- Experience in editing and proofreading corporate communication documents for public dissemination.
- Fully computer literate - skilled and confident user of office applications such as MS Word, Excel, PowerPoint, e-mail and calendar applications. Familiarity
with relevant information technology, including website content management experience & promotion through the Internet.
- Good written and oral communication skills, conveying messages to different audiences using diverse media; excellent Arabic language ability (of publication
standard).
- An ability to make public presentations and to represent the Men Clinic with outside agencies
- Personal interest in protection and violence issues
- Good command of English (speaking & writing).
- Good communication and teamwork skills.
- Ability to work independently.
- Experience working with or for coalitions of non-profit organizations.

kafa@kafa.org.lb

Project Manager - IndyACT - Lebanon

The role of the Project Manager is to plan, execute, and finalize projects according to strict deadlines and within budget. This includes acquiring resources and coordinating the efforts of team members and third-party contractors or consultants in order to deliver projects according to plan. The Project Manager will also define the project’s objectives and oversee quality control throughout its life cycle.

Qualifications
- A university degree or college diploma in the field of Project Management or any other relevant field is required.
- Three years experience in project management and execution of projects.
- Excellent command of spoken and written English and Arabic. French is a plus.
- Highly developed written and oral communication skills.
- Strong management skills including: analytical skills, judgment and decision making, project management; resource management and managing multiple priorities. Be able to provide leadership and direction.
- Ability to work in a collaborative manner and develop strong working relationships.
- Highly flexible in style with the ability to produce creative and pragmatic solutions to complex problems.
- Resourceful and creative with the capacity to implement and respond to change.
- Solution focused with the ability to work quickly and flexibly in changing circumstances.
- Ability to coordinate and organize multiple projects efficiently.
- Ability to meet tight deadlines and work under pressure.
- Ability to work in a team and have excellent organization skills.
- Good knowledge of accounting principles and practices.
- Knowledge of accounting and finance procedures.
- Ability to maintain financial records and to organize own work.
- Must demonstrate responsible behavior and attention to detail.

Tasks and Responsibilities
- Assist in the developing and planning of projects.
- Implement and monitor project logistics within IndyACT’s campaigns.
- Overall evaluation of projects.
- Handle project budgets.
- Coordinate with stakeholders.
- Coordinate with all team members on their individual tasks.
- Coordinate with project activists and volunteers.
- Plan and schedule project timelines and execution strategies.
- Conduct weekly meetings for follow up and evaluation.
- Follow up on donor requests, support, and transparent reporting. Liaise with project stakeholders on an ongoing basis.
- Following up on data collection, achievements, and analyses.
- Direct and manage project development from beginning to end.
- Define project scope, goals and deliverable in collaboration with senior management and stakeholders.
- Effectively communicate project expectations to team members and stakeholders in a timely and clear fashion.
- Estimate the resources and participants needed to achieve project goals.
- Draft and submit budget proposals, and recommend subsequent budget changes where necessary.
- Where required, negotiate with other department managers for the acquisition of required personnel.
- Determine and assess need for additional staff and/or consultants and make the appropriate recruitment if necessary during project cycle.
- Set and continually manage project expectations with team members and other stakeholders.
- Delegate tasks and responsibilities to appropriate personnel.
- Identify and resolve issues and conflicts within the project team.
- Identify and manage project dependencies and critical path.
- Track project milestones and deliverables through appropriate tools.
- Proactively manage changes in project scope and identify potential crises.
- Define project success criteria and disseminate them to involved parties throughout project life cycle.
- Coach, mentor, motivate and supervise project team members and contractors, and influence them to take positive action and accountability for their assigned work.
- Build, develop, and grow any relationships vital to the success of the project.
- Conduct post project evaluation and create a recommendations report in order to identify successful and unsuccessful project elements.

Salary will be based on qualifications and experience. Full time job from 9am to 5pm, Monday till Friday. On account of his/her responsibilities, the Project Manager may be asked to adjust his/her working hours to suit the requirements of his/her duties.

Send CV/resume and a motivation letter to admin@indyact.org

Communication Officer - IndyACT - Lebanon

IndyACT is currently seeking a Communication Officer to undertake the planning, development and delivery of IndyACT’s internal and external communications, including website, monthly newsletter and other member communications and publications, in liaison with other IndyACT staff; to contribute to wider policy and
communications and IndyACT work programmes.

Requirements
- University degree in a related field.
- Two years work experience in communication and campaigning.
- Excellent command of spoken and written English and Arabic. French is a plus.
- Personal belief in and support of IndyACT core values.
- Writing and outreach experience.
- Media and awareness-raising experience.
- A strong capacity for analysis, communication and information management.
- Excellent communication and writing skills.
- Ability to meet tight deadlines and work under pressure.
- Ability to handle large volume of work and have excellent organizational skills.
- Commitment to creating positive environmental, social and cultural change.
- Excellent interpersonal skills, team work and a good listener.
- Ability to take initiatives and be flexible and adaptable in a changing environment.
- Computer literacy (Photoshop and HTML)
- Excellent Knowledge and proficiency in social media networking.

Tasks and Responsibilities
- Manage IndyACT social media profiles.
- Build strong social media networks and tools in order to push for IndyACT’s communication strategy online and to strengthen IndyACT’s image in the media and in cyber, virtual and social networks.
- Build campaign media materials.
- Maintain the indyact.org website and follow up on its functionality.
- Manage media contact lists and add more contacts to it.
- Maintain and build relations with mainstream media, empower the role of the organization among them and build trustful and personal relationships with them.
- Draft and issue press releases, information notes, and written material for dissemination among local and international media.
- Handle internal lists, events and updates.
- Improve the use of communication tools.
- Improve and maintain IndyACT’s active image.
- Update IndyACT's monthly newsletter.

Salary will be based on qualifications and experience. Full time job from 9am to 5pm, Monday till Friday. On account of his/her responsibilities, the
Communication officer may be asked to adjust his/her working hours to suit the requirements of his/her duties. Please send a full CV/resume and a motivation letter via email to admin@indyact.org

Consultant - SDG Strategic Decisions Group

Responsibilities
Work as part of a project team to identify clients’ strategic issues, assess their business context, formulate and evaluate strategies, synthesize conclusions, and prepare and deliver client presentations. The role entails extensive interaction with senior executives and business analysis to draw insight and recommendations. Through mentoring and knowledge sharing, consultants develop a complete understanding of the SDG approach to strategy consulting, a working knowledge of financial methods, and the ability to interact effectively with clients. As consultants gain proficiency in these core skills, their responsibilities increase to include managing client meetings and leading client teams. SDG offices are in North America, Europe, India, and the Middle East.

Requirements
- Career Level: Mid Career
- Years of Experience: Min: 2 Max: 5
- Bachelor's degree/higher diploma
- Advanced degree (MBA, PhD, JD) is an advantage.
- PMP or six sigma certificate.
- Outstanding academics and extracurricular activities that demonstrate personal and professional accomplishment.
- Specific experience in data mining and analytics is a plus.
- Demonstrated experience in project management or program management is a great advantage.
- Exceptional analytical, communication, interpersonal, and leadership skills.
- Strong personal presence, proactive, creative, principled, highly motivated, and disciplined and the ability to interact well with people.
- Ability to work in teams in both leadership and participatory roles.
- Fluency in English and Arabic (essential); French language skills an advantage.
- Engineering (CCE, EE, ME, or IE)

http://www.sdg.com/contact-us/careers-type-form

Operations Officer - Boecker Public Health - Lebanon

Boecker Public Health, the region's largest Pest Management, Food Safety and Professional Disinfecting company is now hiring an experienced Agriculture Engineer or Environmental Health Graduate to occupy the position of "Operations Officer".

The Successful candidate will be in charge of handling all the aspects of customer service for the large accounts in the company with a strong technical support -

The Job will involve scheduling the services for the clients, following up that all details are completed as per the company standards, fully manage and lead a team of technicians including their training, performance, vehicles, maintenance, and customer service.

Male / Female candidates are welcome with at least 3 years experience in customer-related work, ability to work under very high pressure as well as exceptional communication skills, time management sensibility and field-oriented personality (NOT A DESK PERSON).

Skills
- At least 3 years experience in customer-related work, ability to work under very high pressure as well as exceptional communication skills, time management sensibility and field-oriented personality
- Fluent in written and communication.

hr@boecker.com

Human Resources Manager - Zaatar W Zeit - Lebanon

Description
- Participates in the development of the overall HR strategy.
- Participates in the formulation of HR policies and procedures in compliance with the corporate objectives and labor legislation.
- Prepares the HR business and manpower plan and submits them to the AGM - Finance/Administration for discussion and approval.
- Checks and reviews the manpower plan prior to the AGM - Finance approval.
- Manages and coordinates salary administration programs to determine competitive compensation and ensure compliance and equity within the Company in coordination with the Corporate HR Department.
- Manages and coordinates performance appraisal program to ensure effectiveness, compliance and equity within the Company.
- Prepares job descriptions and conducts job analysis for all the Company’s positions in coordination with the Corporate HR department.
- Directs and/or handles the interviewing, of all candidates (Internal and External) and recommends selection and recruitment.
- Manages the Human Resources Department, monitors their performance and supervises the development of their skills.

hr@zaatarwzeit.net

Junior and Senior Researchers - LEAD - Lebanon

The Lebanese for Economy and Development (LEAD) are looking to hire:

- Junior MA graduate students in economics or finance, with proven research skills and an average of 2 to 3 years of experience to work on economic reform projects. Work is on a permanent or contractual part-time basis.

- Senior economists to work on reform policies in the fields of water, trade, privatization and PPP, health and civil service. Work is on a permanent or contractual part-time basis.

Send CV to Mr. Rudy Sassine at sasrud@hotmail.com

Project Manager - Tomorrow’s Youth Organization - Lebanon

Tomorrow’s Youth Organization (TYO) is a new quickly growing nonprofit organization that works in disadvantaged areas of the Middle East, enabling children, youth and parents to realize their potential as healthy, active and responsible family and community members. TYO programming focuses on young children and mothers through our core early childhood program (non-formal education activities to 4- to 8-year-olds) and a variety of social and economic development activities for women and youth.

TYO are looking for a full-time Project Manager for the first TYO project in Lebanon: “Women entrepreneurs in Lebanon - Business, product and market development,” supported by the Cherie Blair Foundation for Women. The position is based at least 80% in Zgharta at the headquarters of the Rene Moawad Foundation (RMF), our local partner for this initiative.

The Project Manager (PM) will responsible for overseeing the implementation of the Project and reporting to TYO’s Director and Board regularly. This role includes the following tasks and others to be determined as the project progresses: managing a project coordinator hired by RMF, guiding the strategic development and design of Project activities, leading publicity and media efforts about the project in Lebanon and coordinating regular financial and programmatic reporting by the Project Coordinator and TYO’s U.S. Director and Board.

Skills and Requirements
- BA degree in gender studies, business, or related field preferred
- At least 4 years’ full-time leadership experience in program development and management, specifically training, small business support and genderrelated
projects
- Familiarity with project management, accounting practices and Quickbooks software
- Fluent Arabic and English (written and spoken), at least one as a native speaker
- Excellent organizational and program administration skills, and the initiative to apply them as needed without extensive direction
- Experience in and enthusiasm for work with businesswomen of all backgrounds
- Commitment to TYO’s non-political, non-religious approach
- Excellent written and oral communication skills (Arabic and English), preferably experience in institutional relations in the non-profit sector
- Maturity, flexibility, and perseverance given the challenging nature of the position and the new-ness of the project
- Creativity, optimism and positive energy for making a difference

Send a resume and brief cover letter explaining your qualifications for this position to
hr@tomorrowsyouth.org, with “Lebanon project manager” in the subject field.

Beauty Experts - Agalia Spa - Kuwait

Beauty experts are needed for a prestigious salon and spa in Kuwait. We are looking for female makeup artists and hair stylists from Lebanon. The ideal candidate must be presentable, customer focused, proactive, and up to date in the latest lines of beauty. Also, she must enjoy excellent communication and Interpersonal skill and the ability to work under pressure.

Job requirements
- High school diploma or equivalent
- Minimum of 5 years experience.
- Beauty certificate from a recognized institution.
- Willingness to learn

Send CV (with a picture) to mervat@agaliaspa.com

Junior Accountant - Global Retail - Lebanon

Needed a junior accountant with minimum 1 year experience.

Tasks and Responsibilities
- reconcile and maintain balance sheet accounts
- general ledger operations
- prepare journal entries
- assist with monthly closings and preparation of monthly financial statements
- assist with preparation of monthly financial reports
- assist with accounts receivable and accounts payable
- assist with tax computations and returns
- assist in budgets and forecasts
- assist with payroll administration
- account/bank reconciliations
- assist with preparation and coordination of the audit process
- assist with implementing and maintaining internal financial controls and procedures

ea@globalretailco.com

Research Assistant - AUB - Lebanon

The American University of Beirut has been awarded a grant by the CIRS, Qatar to investigate the Industrial Organization of Fresh Foods Value Chains in the Middle East (see below for details). The research team seeks to recruit a research assistant for the project. This is a six months full time position based at AUB.

Description
The successful candidate will be expected to
- Manage IRB exemption (internal review board ethical approval)
- Review and critically assess relevant literature as well as write up literature summaries
- Map fresh food supply chains in Lebanon and Qatar
. Obtain data for farm gate and consumer prices
. List producers, wholesalers and retailers in Lebanon and Qatar for a selection of products (sample frame)
. Identify retailers and wholesalers for qualitative interviews
- Support the design of producer and qualitative interview questionnaires
- Support survey logistics
- Participate in informal piloting in Lebanon
- Support training of data collectors
- Participate in data collection
- Support data aggregation and cleaning

Remuneration is in accordance with the AUB pay scale: $800-$1000 / month (depending on qualification).

Candidate Specifications
Essential
- undergraduate degree
- experience in literature review and/or survey data collection
- excellent English reading and writing skills
- ability to fluently speak Arabic
Desirable
- post-graduate degree, preferably in an appropriate discipline (economics, agri-business, nutrition)
- experience in quantitative social research
- experience in data collection
- experience in budget and project management

Send a CV and Cover Letter to Karin Seyfert ks43@aub.edu.lb

Communication and Social Media Officer - ADYAN - Lebanon

The Communication and Social Media Officer (CSMO) is responsible of the organization of all the web pages (main website and social media), their development and maintenance, through a strategic way of communication and promotion of Adyan’s mission and messages. The CSMO is also the administrator of Adyan’s online platform for e-learning and other academic online activities. Since these websites and pages have each one its own format and structure, and since the information and content is provided by the different departments carrying the programs, the CSMO’ main role consists of optimizing the use of these communication tools and information spreading through increasing the number of members and users, attracting commenters, developing SEO, in addition to the update of these pages and the support provided to all their users. Thus, on the strategic level, the CSMO helps in enhancing the quality of the information through a better presentation and in the continuous development of the webpages. On the technical level, the CSMO provides an ongoing support to the internal (Adyan team) or external users (visitors, students…) allowing them to feel they are in a friendly and comfortable space. All this work is done under the direction of Adyan’s CEO and in collaboration with the department directors and programs and Networks’ coordinators.

Main Tasks
- Manage as main administrator Adyan’s social media profiles
- Build and develop strong social media networks and attract web visitors
- Maintain the www.adyanvillage.net website and follow up on its functionality
- Provide technical support for the users of www.adyanonline.net (Moodle), like students’ registration, course creation, roles assigning…
- Create new social media pages (blog, facebook group, twitter…)
- Handle the relation with Adyan’s web service providers (hosting, design, development…)
- Manage contact lists (development, update…)
- Develop SEO practices and Meta tag optimization
- Build online campaign media materials and manage mass e-mailing campaigns
- Update and disseminate Adyan's Quarterly Newsletter and similar reports
- Support Adyan’s team to improve their use of these communication tools

Required Qualifications
- University degree in a related field (Communication, Computer Science, Marketing, Media, Education...)
- Strong motivation and familiarity with social media and other online communication platforms can be sufficient.
- Professional experience is a plus, as well as experience in Moodle (e-learning platform) administration.
- Excellent command of spoken and written English and Arabic; French is a plus.

General Qualifications
- Personal belief in and support of Adyan’s mission and core values
- A strong capacity for analysis, communication and information management
- Excellent communication and writing skills
- Ability to meet tight deadlines and work under pressure with good organizational skills
- Commitment to creating positive environmental, social and cultural change
- Excellent interpersonal skills, team work and a good listener
- Ability to take initiatives and be flexible and adaptable in a changing environment
- Computer literacy (Microsoft Office, Photoshop and Movie maker and similar tools for social media development)
- Good Knowledge and proficiency in social media networking (send links)

president@adyanvillage.net

Staff Writer - Mystera Magazine - Lebanon

Requirements
- Excellent command of English
- Good knowledge of social media
- A passion for anything related to holistic health and a stress-free life!

Benefits
- A zen work environment
- Flexible working hours
- Lots of fun!

Send CV and 2 writing samples to info@mystera-magazine.com

Translator - Cedar White Bradley - Lebanon

We are seeking a suitable person for the position of Translator in our Beirut Office to become part of our dynamic team focusing on intellectual property law and practice and working in a challenging and learning environment.

The role of Translator in our office includes carrying out the following functions:
- translating descriptions of goods and services covered by trade mark applications;
- translating advertised notices for trade mark applications and registrations;
- translating certificates of registration, renewal and recordal confirmation;
- translating powers of attorney and commercial extracts;
- translating short form agreements; and
- liaising with, reviewing and amending translations prepared by outside translation firms.

Desired Skills & Experience
- A high level of Arabic and English and an ability to translate between the two is essential. Ability to also translate from French into English is an advantage.
- A tertiary degree is essential.
- Experience and competency with basic programs is essential (Word, Excel, and Outlook).
- Ability to listen and follow instructions, to learn, be led and work under supervision, to prioritize and meet deadlines, to work in a team, to analyze and to pay attention to detail, to accept and implement constructive feedback and assume responsibility and to admit and correct mistakes when necessary. Punctuality and courtesy are essential.
- 2-3 years. Prior experience in intellectual property is advantageous.

hr@cedarwhite.com

Production Trainee - Fantascope Production - Lebanon

We are offering a training position in our production company FANTASCOPE PRODUCTION for undergraduate or graduate students in communication arts/audiovisuel.

We are a production company that produces majorly films but also documentaries and ads.

The director of the production is Philippe Aractingi who is also a well known director and producer in the field : in his records 2 feature films, BOSTA and UNDER THE BOMBS.

Apply by sending an email with CV, a small resume about yourself which will have to include who you are, your aim in this field and what have you accomplished so far?

info@fantascopeprod.com

Media Specialist - IREX - Lebanon

IREX seeks a Media Specialist to manage the media component of a program designed to strengthen civil society’s ability to act as a catalyst for change through civic advocacy and participation that contributes to
a cohesive national identity while preserving Lebanon’s social and political pluralism. The three-year program will invest in policy analysis, advocacy, awareness-raising, media, networking, and community
engagement. The position is contingent on funding.

Responsibilities
- Provide vision and strategic direction for the media component of the program
- Develop and maintain effective partnerships with local media and civil society organizations
- Develop, implement, and manage activities to support and strengthen the media sector
- Provide training seminars, workshops and consultancies for professional and citizen journalists
- Contribute to program monitoring, evaluation and reporting requirements

Skills
- At least 5 years of relevant professional experience in the Lebanese media sector, preferably combining professional media activity and media sector strengthening
- Thorough knowledge and understanding of the Lebanese media, civil society and political environment and stakeholders
- Experience in advancing media coverage of civic issues and advancing citizen journalism strongly preferred
- Demonstrated success in project management; experience with donor-funded projects preferred
- Fluency in Arabic and professional proficiency in English are required

http://www.irex.org/careers

Teachers - Tahaddi Association - Lebanon

Tahaddi Association is looking for teachers for next school year 2011-2012. Its Education Center provides a special 4 year-program designed to give basic skills in Math, Sciences, Computer, Arabic and English as well as social skills to unschooled and underprivileged children aged 7 to 14 in a south suburb of Beirut (close to the Sport City on the way to the airport)

Teaching takes place from 7.30 to 11.00 in the morning (1st group) and from 11.00 to 2.45 (second group).

Preference will be given to a bilingual person (French or English) whose mother tongue is Arabic (except for teaching English but fair Arabic is required) with experience in teaching and/or a degree related to education.

cathymour@terra.net.lb

Administrative Assistant - LDN - Lebanon

Provide personal administrative support to management and the organization through conducting and organizing secretarial duties and activities.

Tasks and Responsibilities
- Implement, maintain and set up office systems and filings
- Organize databases (Excel, ACCESS…) and coordinate meetings
- Prepare and manage correspondence, reports and documents
- Compose, type and distribute minutes of meetings
- Arrange schedules and handle mailings
- Liaise with internal and external contacts and organize internal and external events
- Communicate verbally and in writing internal and external information
- Operate office equipment and manage office space

Education and Experience
- Knowledge and experience of relevant internet (email, social media…) and software applications (spreadsheets, word processing, database management, excel, access, typing…)
- Knowledge of administrative skills and business principles
- Proficient in Arabic and English. French is a plus.

Key Competencies
- Verbal and written communication skills
- Confidentiality and reliability
- Time management and interpersonal skills
- Team work
- Stress tolerance

info@ldn-lb.org

Programme Officer - Oxfam - Lebanon

Oxfam GB is seeking qualified candidates from women and men who are active in promoting gender equality and willing to make a difference in the lives of
women and men. WE are looking for energetic, dedicated, and proactive Arabic speakers candidates. If you feel you are that person, please join us.

Programme Officer - Women Access to Justice in MENA region
One year fixed term contract, renewable for additional 2 years.
Salary: 1,700 US per month (gross salary - in addition to allowance as per Lebanon labour laws - and Oxfam additional benefit of gratuity) - National post

Purpose
To work with the Oxfam team in Lebanon, Regional team in Oxford, Regional Gender Coordinator, partners of Women Access to Justice in MENA region Programme (Lebanon, Jordan, Iraq, and Egypt), regional women's networks and organizations, donor of the programme, other relevant stakeholders.

Reporting Lines: Post holder reports to: Country Director - Lebanon
Coordination: Closely with Oxfam gender team (Programme and Finance), in Lebanon officer and well as with partners and relevant stakeholders.
Budget Responsibility: Over all management of the programme budget. Budget monitoring and adjustment as needed.

- High level of engagement with partner organizations staff at different levels in the region, in particular from Egypt, Lebanon, Iraq and Jordan
- Engagement with women beneficiaries,
- High level of networking with external actors including media and key stakeholders engaged in women's access to legal rights
- High level of team work
- High level of organizations and coordination with a wide range of stakeholders

Responsibilities
Programme partnership and partners' support
- Establish strong relationship with the partners of the regional programme on: Women's Access to Justice in MENA region
- Prepare partners' contracts, and amendments when deemed necessary
- Provide technical assistance and support as deemed necessary in particular in areas related to monitoring to partners, using different training techniques,
- Support partners' required reports, ensure accuracy and detailed data, and timely delivery of activities by partners
- Timely responses to partners' queries

Programme monitoring, learning and evaluation
- Manage and support base line data of the programme with partners, to monitor change, and validate against the programme logical framework,
- Conduct at least 2 trips to the partners annually and submit monitoring reports,
- Conduct as needed emergency trips to partners
- Prepare donors' reports and prepare the schedule of the donor's review
- Ensure that data related to the programme is uploaded in Oxfam Project Accountability and Learning (OPAL) system
- Hold Learning reviews according to the programme plans with the partners,
- Capture learning and document the work of successful stories, to ensure that the programme inputs are producing positive results in the lives of women

Programme management
- Regular monitoring of the programme budget, and request of budget realignment as deemed necessary
- Review and ensure that the programme implementation is guided and in compliance with the donor's contract
- Update programme data in Oxfam system,
- Prepare monthly and quarterly reports on programme progress and assist in the preparation of debriefing to line manager
- Develop, accurate and updated filing system for the programme and for each partner
- Develop TORs for the consultants of the Mid Term Review and Final evaluations Implementation
- Lead on the implementation of Oxfam activities, as specified in the programme document
- Prepare the annual plan for activity implementation
- Prepare Terms of Reference for various consultants, recruit competent consultants, and follow up their plans
- Develop summary policy brief of the researches to be prepared to advocate for women's access to justice in the region

Collaboration and Coordination
- Coordinate and lead Oxfam managed activities related to the programme, and facilitate networking among partners
- Initiate understanding of the dynamics of power and key players in promoting women's access to justice and legal rights
- Link up women's groups and organizations through e-mails and update progress on women's access to justice
- Coordinate closely with Oxfam team from other programmes to learn from the experiences on promoting gender equality in the region
- Coordinate with Oxfam Lebanon gender team on relevant initiatives related to gender equality
- In Collaboration with the Media Officer in Oxford upgrade the profile of the programme by reflecting stories and lessons learnt, regionally and globally
- Arrange for all national and regional initiatives/conferences/workshops
- Coordinate and collaborate closely with the finance team in Beirut on budget related issues
- Collaborate with the Campaign, and policy team in Oxford in relevant issues to improve programme quality
- Assist on other task as requested by the Line Manager and as deemed necessary for programme development
- Participate in all relevant events on women's legal rights and represent Oxfam GB

Skills and Competence
Essential:
- University or Master degree in social or political sciences or related discipline, including law and gender and development
- At least five years of experiences with national, INGOs in programme management and implementation, including budget monitoring, planning, and monitoring and evaluation
- Excellent oral and written communication and writing skills in English and Arabic
- Arabic language is a must.
- Knowledge of gender and gender equality and relevance to poverty and vulnerability
- Knowledge and skills in computer usage including power point and social media

Preferable
- Understanding of women's legal rights in the region, in particular family laws
- Understanding of the regional context, including the political context and implications on women
- Knowledge of legal concepts related to family laws, including the international conventions such as CEDAW
- Demonstrated capacity of social and communication skills and ability to work with others and as part of the team
- Willingness and fitness to travel for sustained periods of time
- Ability to work under stress and in a team.

Other
- Committed to Oxfam principles and willing to learn and grow in the organization.

Send CV and letter of interest to Roula Abi Saad rabisaad@oxfam.org.uk

Capacity Building and Awareness Raising Officer - CRTD.A - Lebanon

CRTD.A has launched its regional Arab Women's Right to Nationality Campaign for approximately a decade now. Over the past few years, the Nationality Campaign in Lebanon has developed in scope and has gradually included new and exciting initiatives namely a legal unit which seeks to provide advice and support to Lebanese women married to non-national men.

CRTD.A is now seeking to recruit a "Capacity Building and Awareness Raising Officer" for the Nationality Campaign.

Key tasks and responsibilities
- Planning and coordinating and delivering CB workshops and awareness raising seminars for various audiences
- Coordinating and implementing community mobilization activities
- Organizing media seminars
- Organizing briefing sessions and meetings with parliamentarians and other decision-makers
- Providing timely and high quality reports
- Undertaking other tasks as required

Key competencies
- At least three years, work experience in the field of capacity building & public awareness raising
- Successful track record in facilitation, training, coaching and mentoring
- Excellent communication and facilitation skills
- Familiarity with participatory adult learning methods
- Excellent writing skills in Arabic and English or French

Send a detailed CV, 3 references and letter of motivation to vacancy@crtda.org.lb