Berghof Foundation announces the post of candidate for the post of Project Manager
Application deadline: 26 April 2017
Main tasks:
- Assist the project director to plan, implement and manage an inclusive dialogue project with key Syrian actors, including financial monitoring and logistical support
- Liaise with partners, external experts, Syrian organisations, Syrian (local) political parties and approach international organisations
- Monitor the political situation in Syria
- Contribute to narrative reporting with assistance from the project advisors and project assistant(s)
- Provide guidance to project assistant(s)
- Provide input and support for strategic follow-up of the project
Qualifications:
- M.A. degree or equivalent in political science, peace or security studies or related fields
- Proven expertise and work experience (minimum of 5 years) in the respective thematic field
- Excellent knowledge of and proven work experience in the Arab region, preferably in Syria
- Excellent verbal and written communication skills in Arabic and English, German language skills are an asset
- Ability to travel in the region
Additional Skills:
- Good networker with the ability to engage with politicians (including leadership), military and security advisors, but also with civil society actors
- Empathetic to partners and target groups
- Ability to work under time-pressure and in quickly changing and demanding situations
The full-time position (40hrs/week) will be based in Berlin, Germany, for a period of 18 months (extendable), starting as soon as possible. Frequent travels are requested.
Application Procedure:
Please submit an updated curriculum vitae and a detailed statement about your skills and interests as well as diplomas, certificates and references (letters or contact information) until 26 April 2017 through our online application system .
