View Vacancy - Political and Economic Resilience Programme Manager (Maternity Cover)

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Foreign, Commonwealth and Development Office (Policy & Political roles)
CSSF (Conflict, Stability and Security Fund)

The Conflict, Stability and Security Fund (CSSF) team at the British Embassy in Amman is seeking a highly motivated and enthusiastic individual for the position of Political and Economic Resilience Programme Manager (Maternity Cover), Grade – C4 (L).

Main Purpose of the job:

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 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.

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.

Some additional background on the CSSF can be found here: https://www.gov.uk/government/publications/conflict-stability-and-security-fund-annual-report-2018-to-2019

Main Responsibilities:

  • Ensure delivery of complex projects, using both CSSF and FCDO 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, conflict sensitivity and compliance with safeguarding standards.
  • Lead the final stages of the procurement process for a large adaptive governance project, manage the inception period and initial phase of delivery implementation.
  • Close down a large multi-year project, following a defined exit strategy, ensuring strong sustainability, supervising a Project Completion Review and evaluation.
  • 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 stake-holders 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.

You will work closely with the FCDO Jordan Development Team, given its major stake in the effective delivery of the Programme.

In your role as Programme Manager you must ensure Gender Equality Act compliance and support CSSF ambitions on women’s economic opportunities, inclusive growth and poverty reduction through your department / team.

Resource Managed:

  • Managing projects up to the value of £10m pa

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 - The efficient, effective and economic use of taxpayers’ money in the delivery of public services. 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. Focussing your contribution on the activities which will meet Embassy goals and deliver the greatest value.

Knowledge & Skills:

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
  • Fluent written and spoken English.
  • Experience with FCDO systems and SMART rules.
  • A minimum of a Bachelor’s degree in a relevant field.
  • Minimum four years’ experience of successfully delivering programmes (multiple 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.
  • Knowledge of Jordanian politics, economy and society.
  • Fluent oral and written Arabic.
7 November 2020
Higher Executive Officer (HEO)
Fixed Term, Full-time
37
7 months
Middle East & North Africa
Jordan
Amman
British Embassy
1
JOD
2423
1 February 2021

Working Hours and Remuneration:

The position is full-time, at 37 hours a week with considerations of flexibility depending on circumstances that will need to be agreed with the line manager. Standard working hours are from 08:00 to 15:30 from Sunday to Wednesday and 08:00 to 15:00 on Thursday.

Pay is on the Embassy C4 (L) scale, with a salary of JOD 2423 per month. Please note that your salary will be paid gross and you are expected to comply with your tax obligations through completion of a tax return to the local authorities.  If exceptionally you are not liable to pay Jordanian tax, you will receive a net salary which is minus the deduction of an equivalent level of local tax.  Further information on this will be given to candidates at interview if necessary.

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.

This is a Full Time, Maternity Cover position for 7 months with an assumed/desired start date of February 2021 and ending in August 2021.

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

We place a strong emphasis on learning and development. You will be encouraged to undertake developmental training and get involved in corporate activities. This role provides an excellent opportunity to build up programme knowledge and expertise and gain exposure to working across government. You will have access to existing and new Project & Programme Management L&D as well as wider job-relevant L&D and support for your own personal development. You may have the opportunity to participate in annual reviews to assess the performance of CSSF programmes.

Eligibility:

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

  • Receive the appropriate level of standard security clearance;
  • Have (or be willing to obtain) the right to live and work in Jordan. Candidate's residence permit and work permit, and the expense to obtain them, will be their own responsibility.

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 07 November 2020.

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.

 

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This opportunity is closed to applications.