USIP // recrute [annonce d’emploi n°1-8/20]
Project Specialist, MENA Initiatives, Monitoring & Evaluation
Description
Who We Are
Peace is our commitment. The United States Institute of Peace represents the American people’s shared values and commitment to peace around the world. We know that Peace is Security – it advances both U.S. and international security by preventing, managing and mitigating violent conflict.
We are an independent, non-partisan institution and are actively engaged with peacebuilding efforts around the world. Together we tackle the toughest problems and hold fast to the possibility of a more peaceful world. (To learn more about USIP programs and job openings, go to https://www.usip.org/about/careers.
If you have a passion for making the world a better place and want to have a front row seat to the world stage, USIP is the place for you.
JOB BRIEF
- The Project Specialist, based in Tunis, provides project management, administrative and logistical support to USIP’s MENA initiatives as well as M&E coordination efforts.
- This position reports to the Senior Project Officer for MENA Initiatives, Monitoring & Evaluation.
- This is a Fixed-Time Term Personal Services Contractor position.
MAJOR DUTIES & RESPONSIBILITIES
MENA initiatives (Syria, Egypt, Yemen, Regional Training):
- Lead, under the SPO guidance, the planning, budgeting and implementation of of all projects within the MENA initiatives portfolio in line with established goals, objectives, timelines and partnership agreements;
- Support in the design of the MENA initiatives project proposals
- Support the drafting and editing of events’ agendas/documents, monthly, quarterly, and annual reports for both internal and external stakeholders;
- Ensure the highest level of communication and cooperation with relevant USIP departments/teams/partners;
- Update project databases and documents as necessary to ensure the knowledge management of USIP’s projects;
- Provide contract management support activities, including drafting the initial contract proposal language, completing the USIP contract template, processing invoices, and monitoring payment of contractor services;
- Help reconcile the budget of the relevant projects by inputting transactions correctly, obligating funds, processing travel vouchers and reimbursements, and tracking the budget using financial software;
- Represent the MENA initiatives team in internal and external events and meetings as agreed with the SPO;
MENA M&E:
- In coordination with country teams and guided by the SPO, assist in the M&E Coordination of the MENA projects, including reviewing work plans, quarterly reports, participating in field visits, initiating regular portfolio reviews and contributing to project evaluations.
- Perform other duties as needed.
QUALIFICATIONS
- Bachelor’s degree required, MA in a related field is a plus
- 2-4 years’ experience in the peace building, conflict resolution or related field
- Strong time management skills with the ability to multitask, prioritize work and meet deadlines.
- Prior experience in conducting surveys, data collection activities, research and analysis for reporting over time;
- Experience in developing knowledge and guidance products and working on knowledge management and organizational learning processes is highly desirable.
- Excellent communication skills
- Fluent written and spoken English & Arabic is required.
- Financial acumen
- Strong skills in Microsoft Office, particularly MS Word, MS Outlook, and MS Excel is required
POST CONDITIONS :
- Working hours: Full time (40 hours/week)
- Location: Based in Tunis, Tunisia
- Salary: Salary is commensurate with qualifications and experience
- Starting date: As soon as possible
Please note:
- This is a Fixed-Time Term Personal Services Contractor position.
- Compensation is commensurate with qualifications and experience and with USIP’s pay scale.
All USIP contract and employee positions are contingent upon the favorable completion of a suitability background investigation.
HOW TO APPLY
To be considered for this position, please submit a complete application package consisting of:
1. Completed employment application including titles, dates of hire and salary history.
2. Cover letter
3. Resume
For questions about this position please email
Do not send resumes or attachments to this email address.
Only those applicants that are selected for further discussions will be contacted.
No Phone Calls. Interviews will be scheduled by appointment only.
USIP is an equal opportunity employer. It is the policy and practice of USIP to offer equal employment opportunities to all qualified applicants and employees without regard to race, color, age, religion, national origin, sex, marital status, disability, veteran status, sexual orientation, gender identity, genetic information, HIV/AIDS status, political affiliations or belief, pregnancy, or any other characteristic protected by law.
