Political Policy Manager

Job briefing

Through its Cultural Governance Center, named Rashad, Adyan Foundation works for a better diversity management on the political level, in Lebanon and internationally, in partnership and collaboration with Governments, Academic Centers, Think-Tanks, CSOs, and INGOs. This work includes monitoring, facilitation of dialogue, mediation and negotiation, awareness raising, capacity building and policy development, with a specific focus on issues related to Citizenship and Coexistence.

The Political Policy Manager is the person in charge of projects, ensuring their right implementation and best achievements, through the organization of related activities, the coordination with partners and experts, the collaboration with t Adyan departments, and the on time budget management.  

Job Description: Role and Responsibilities

1. Contribute to the development of Adyan’s portfolio in the Political sector, in coordination with the Development and International Relations office  
2. Contribute to the development of new projects and building new partnerships in this field
3. Develop the projects and their detailed implementation plan
4. Manage the relation with partners and donors  
5. Ensure the right implementation of the projects, including daily communication, documentation, reporting, monitoring and evaluation
6. Contribute to the recruitment of experts and needed resources for the projects’ implementation and manage the relation with them
7. Manage the daily implementation process of the projects and organize their events and activities in collaboration with the Protocol office  
8. Collaborate with Adyan Media Department for the public and media dimension in the projects
9. Coordinate and collaborate with Adyan’s other departments where needed
10. Manage the projects’ budget in coordination with the Administration Department       

Qualifications and Education Requirements

1. A Masters degree in Political Science or related field
2. Proficient command of English and Arabic languages; French is a plus
3. 3 year experience in project management in the political and/or civil society fields
4. Proven knowledge and experience in Politics with focus on Democracy, Diversity, and Human Rights
5. High capacity in strategic thinking and planning
6. Excellent command of digital written communication
7. Excellent command of Office programs especially outlook, word and excel, and of web search and browsing    
8. Good communication and teamwork skills with capacity of relations management in a positive spirit
9. Time management and ability to work under pressure and meet deadlines 
10. Ability to work in all Lebanese regions and outside Lebanon
11. Commitment to the mission, values and principles of Adyan (see http://adyanfoundation.org/about/mission/)