View Vacancy - Political and Economic Resilience Programme Manager

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Foreign, Commonwealth and Development Office (Operations and Corporate Services)
CSSF (Conflict, Stability and Security Fund)

The British Embassy in Amman is seeking a highly motivated and enthusiastic individual for the position of Political and Economic Resilience Programme Manager, Grade – C4 (L) to start as soon as possible.

Main Purpose of the job:

This exciting, senior position plays a key part in delivering the UK Government’s CSSF, which comprises of two programmes totalling around £30m per year. 

To locally manage Conflict, Stability, and Security Fund (CSSF) projects which support the Political Stability and Economic Resilience Programme in Jordan.

Working with colleagues in London and Amman, you will be responsible for a number of political stability projects within this programme. These will include inclusive and accountable governance activities, community conflict reduction assistance, municipal works, rule of law and strategic communications support.

Main Responsibilities:

  • Ensure delivery of complex projects, using both CSSF, FCO and DFID tools and systems to assure sound financial management and value for money; effective and on-time delivery by implementing partners; monitoring and evaluation; risk management; gender and conflict sensitivity.
  • Manage large and complex contracts, including compliance with safeguarding standards. 
  • Analyse information from the projects and the wider context in order to identify improvements and make decisions, so that the Programme delivers the greatest possible benefits for Jordan and the UK. 
  • Work with specialist advisors on the evidence base, M&E, and demonstrating impact. 
  • Coordinate with other UK-supported programmes to promote synergies and identify overlaps with the political and economic resilience projects. 
  • Develop relationships with a variety of stakeholders’ e.g. multilateral organisations, donors, Jordanian authorities, and civil society and provide input into policy dialogue.  
  • Provide high-quality written and oral briefing to the Ambassador and senior British officials; represent the projects at Board meetings; communicate the successes of your projects and support high-level visits.  
  • Respond flexibly and actively to evolving priorities and needs.
  • Will work closely with DFID Jordan, given its major stake in the effective delivery of the Programme. 

Key Competencies:

  • Making Effective Decisions - Effectiveness in being objective; using sound judgement, evidence and knowledge to provide accurate, expert and professional advice.
  • Collaborating and Partnering - People skilled in this area create and maintain positive, professional and trusting working relationships with a wide range of people within and outside the Civil Service to help get business done.
  • Delivering Value for Money - Involves the efficient, effective and economic use of taxpayers’ money in the delivery of public services.  It means seeking out and implementing solutions which achieve the best mix of quality and effectiveness for the least outlay. 
  • Seeing the Big Picture - Having an in-depth understanding and knowledge of how your role fits with and supports organisational objectives and the wider public needs. Focusing your contribution on the activities which will meet Embassy goals and deliver the greatest value.

The successful candidate will have excellent communication skills as well as being a strong team player with partnering skills with a diverse range of customers. This is a high-paced role and you will need to be resilient in order to deliver high standards of service in a challenging but rewarding environment. We are looking for someone that can demonstrate:

  • Integrity
  • Honesty
  • Objectivity
  • Impartiality

Essential:

  • Fluent oral and written English and Arabic
  • A minimum of a Bachelor’s degree in a relevant field 
  • Minimum four years’ experience of successfully delivering programmes/projects in an international political/development context, preferably in a bilateral or multilateral aid agency 
  • Strong strategic thinking, analytical, and decision-making skills are required, as well as an eye for detail 
  • Experience of managing budgets and working with financial information 
  • Strong interpersonal skills and an ability to build productive working relations with project implementers and wider stakeholders 
  • Candidates should be highly organised and able to work in a diverse, high-performing environment 
  • Proven ability to take responsibility for own work, with a track record as a team player 
  • Literacy in Microsoft Office packages
  • Experience working on refugee and/or community development issues 
  • Experience of DFID/FCO/CSSF systems.
  • Knowledge of Jordanian politics, economy and society
17 December 2019
Higher Executive Officer (HEO)
Full-time, Permanent
37
Middle East & North Africa
Jordan
Amman
British Embassy
1
JOD
2,423
1 February 2020

Working Hours and Remuneration:

The position is full-time, at 37 hours a week with considerations of flexibility depending on circumstances. 

Pay is on the Embassy C4 (L) scale, with a salary of JOD 2,423 per month. The package includes a good level of health insurance and a friendly, English-speaking work environment. We offer opportunities to develop professional skills through our Learning & Development offer. Leave entitlement is 25 days (on pro rata basis) plus 14 public holidays.

The successful candidate will be subject to a 90-days probationary period.

Eligibility:

If you are selected for this position, we will be able to employ you as long as you:

  • Receive the appropriate level of standard security clearance;
  • Must hold a work permit in Jordan, prior to joining.

To Apply:

Interested candidates must attach the following documents when applying online.

  1. An updated Curriculum Vitae (CV)
  2. A covering letter/statement of suitability including competence and experience required.

** (Applications that do not include the above stated information will be rejected).

All applications must be received before 23:55 (Local Time) on 17 December 2019.

Applications received after the stated deadline will not be considered.

Due to the large amount of applications, we receive only those shortlisted for interview or assessment will be contacted.

 

The start date mentioned in the advert is an assumed start date and the successful candidate will be required to undergo security vetting procedures. Any offer of employment will be subject to the candidate achieving suitable clearances and reference checks.

Staff recruited locally by the British Embassy are subject to terms and conditions of service according to local labour law.

 

The British Embassy Amman is an equal opportunities employer, dedicated to inclusivity, a diverse workforce and valuing difference.

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This opportunity is closed to applications.