Job Overview
Education / academic background:
Masters degree in humanitarian assistance, social sciences, international relations or other relevant subjects
Specific skills and experience:
TECHINICAL SKILLS:
- Knowledge of humanitarian donor guidelines
- Partnership Management
TRANSVERSAL SKILLS:
- Strong organisational skills
- Strong communication skills
- Ability to work under pressure
Language:
- English
- Levantine Arabic is an asset
Desired start date: 1st Dec 2024
Duration of the mission: 6 months with possibility to extend
Location: Amman – Jordan
SOLIDARITES INTERNATIONAL (SI) is an international humanitarian aid association which, since more than 40 years, has been providing assistance to populations affected by armed conflicts and natural disasters by meeting their basic needs for food, water and shelter. Particularly committed to the fight against diseases linked to unsafe water, the leading cause of death in the world, SI’s interventions provide expertise in the field of access to drinking water, sanitation and hygiene promotion, but also in the essential area of food security and livelihoods. Present in 26 countries, the SI teams – 3200 people in total, made up of expatriates, national staff, permanent staff at HQ, and a few volunteers – intervene with professionalism and commitment while respecting cultural norms.
About the mission
Solidarités International operates via one mission in three countries, Syria, Türkiye and Iraq, with very diverse programs. The mission is managed per hub since 2024, the Western Hub covering North-West Syria (NWS) and Türkiye from Amman and the Eastern Hub covering North-East Syria (NES) and Iraq. Overall the mission employs 350 staff, implementing a large diversity of programs adjusted to each context.
In NES, SI is one of the leading agencies in the WASH sector, responding to emergencies, protracted situations and recovery needs. The strategy is complemented with a significant FSL component, addressing market rehabilitations, business development and agriculture. SI is operational in Raqqa & Hasskeh Governorates.
In NWS, SI operates in Idleb and Nothern-Aleppo with large WASH programs, with a focus in camps settings for IDP populations, and rehabilitation programs, especially after the earthquake. SI also responds to new emergencies, including regular displacements, natural disasters and epidemics.
In Iraq, SI works in Ninewa and Kurdish Republic of Iraq with recovery programs, restoring livelihoods of displaced populations via business development and mitigating the impact of climate change and water scarcity.
In Türkiye, SI began operations with a Turkish partner working with CSOs in areas affected by the earthquake to restore their capacities after this natural disaster, focusing in particular on Hatay province.
General objective:
The Grant Manager will provide effective management of assigned grants throughout the project cycle management process. This includes high-quality donor reporting and proposal development. The Grant Manager is part of the coordination team in Amman, reports to the Grant and Partnership Coordinator and works closely with the Reporting and Communication Officer, the program and support departments and the field teams in Syria (northwest and northeast). General responsibilities:
• The development of timely and high-quality proposals reports and modification requests for submission to donors and consortium partners.
• Advising on compliance with donor procedures and regulations throughout the grant cycle and building the capacity of new and existing staff.
• Proactively following-up on donor obligations from signing to closing.
• Deputize for the Grant and Partnership Coordinator and support the Reporting and Communication Officer as needed.
The main challenges:
Partnership management with NWS partners/ Fundraising for Turkiye
Priorities for the 2/3 first months:
Proposal development
Responsibilities and main activities:
- Proposal Development
- Grant Management:
- Donor Relations and external communication:
- Internal communication
- Compliance
A salaried position:
According to experience, starting from EUR 2310 gross per month (2100 base salary + 10% annual leave allowance paid monthly) and a monthly Per Diem of USD 785.
SI also covers accommodation costs and travel expenses between the expatriate’s country of origin and the place of assignment.
Breaks: During the assignment, a system of alternation between work and time off is implemented at the rate of 7 working days every three months (with a USD 850 break allowance, allocated by Sl). To these breaks periods, SI grants one (1) additional rest day per month worked.
Insurance package: Expatriates benefit from an insurance package which refunds all healthcare expenses (including medical and surgical expenses, dental care and ophthalmological expenses, repatriation) and a welfare system including war risks. Essential vaccination and antimalarial treatment costs are refunded.
LIVING CONDITIONS:
- Individual, comfortable room in the guesthouse, with electricity 24/7.
- Internet and Phone network available
- Restaurants and international food are available
Living conditions in Amman – Jordan are very good with an easy access to a wide range of restaurants, cafes…
Security risks are low, and restrictions are very limited.
However, when going on the field bases, living conditions are more basic, with fewer opportunities for socialization, as well as some individual movements’ restrictions. Security levels vary according to the different geographical locations and changes of context.
