Program Officer

 
Scope of work:
 
Under the direct supervision of the Executive Director (ED), the Programs Officer shall be responsible for the planning, implementation and evaluation of programs that support the mission, goals and objectives of the Lebanese Association for Family Health SALAMA within the agreed budget and standards. He/She also works with the ED on specific advocacy and training issues.
The Programs Officer will be based in Sed El Bauchrieh (New Rawda) with field missions.
 
 
Key tasks and responsibilities:
1-     Design and develop plans and projects in line with SALAMA’s strategy.
2-     Plan, implement, monitor and evaluate the programs under the supervision of the Executive Director and take the necessary action in consultation with her/him.
3-     Develop project proposals to be submitted to the Arab World Regional Office and any external donor.
4-     Coordinate with SALAMA’s staff and volunteers to ensure the good implementation of activities and evaluate priorities of action, in order to reach the goals and objectives planned in the work Plan.
5-     Conduct/participate in trainings for staff and volunteers on Sexual Reproductive Health and Rights SRHR issues and SALAMA’s programs, under the supervision of the ED.
6-     Conduct/participate in meetings needed for the implementation of SALAMA’s activities.
7-     Coordinate with local NGOs and institutions needed for activities, under the supervision of the ED.
8-     Research and participate in consultations in order to develop, adopt or modify tools and protocols for evaluating and monitoring programs.
9-     Monitor the dissemination and use of technical information and services statistics, in cooperation with the staff and under the supervision of the Executive Director, for the effective use and dissemination of information.
10- Maintain files, registers, computer databases and records in paper or electronic format.
11- Represent SALAMA in relevant events and meetings.
12- Perform any other duties upon the request of the Executive Director.
 
 
Reporting

Receive reports from staff in other branches, and social workers/volunteers in the field.
Prepare half yearly and Yearly reports, and any other requested progress reports, and ensure proper documentation of the achievements, success stories and case studies.
Weekly update on Work Plan implementation to the ED.

 
 
 
Qualifications and requirements:
-         University degree in Social Work, Social Sciences, Psychology, or any related field;
-         A minimum of 3 years of practical experience on social work with organizations or NGOs;
-         High respect of and ability to work with people of diverse socio-economic, cultural, and ethnic backgrounds;
-         Demonstrated ability to deal effectively with challenging social problems and behaviors;
-         Ability to work independently and as a team player;
-       High level of flexibility in terms of time and mobility and availability to work for long hours and to travel;
-         Strong oral and written skills. Fluency in Arabic and English, French is a plus.
-                      Good computer skills: word-excel- power point.
-                      Commitment to and understanding of SALAMA’s mission, vision, values, policies and principles including rights-based approaches.