Capacity Building (CB) Specialist FHI 360 Egypt

FHI 360 is a global development organization with a rigorous, evidence-based approach. Our professional staff includes experts in health, nutrition, education, economic development, civil society, environment and research. FHI 360 operates from 60 offices with 4,400 staff in the U.S. and around the world. Our commitment to partnerships at every level and our multidisciplinary approach enable us to have a lasting impact on the individuals, communities and countries we serve–improving lives for millions. FHI 360 is recruiting for a Capacity Building (CB) Specialist for a civil society support program in Egypt. The CB Specialist will be based in Cairo, Egypt, and is expected to remain in the position until the currently anticipated end of the program in September 2013. The objectives of the project are to: 1) enhance organizational capacity of civil society grantees; and 2) strengthen the capacity of Egyptian civil society organizations.

Position Description
The Capacity Building Specialist will report to the Organizational Development and Capacity Building Advisor and be responsible for providing training and technical assistance to a portfolio of civil society organizations (CSOs) to build their institutional capacity. Critical tasks for the Capacity Building Specialist include but are not limited to:
•Conducting organizational assessments to determine CSOs’ training and assistance needs;
•Developing tailored capacity building plans to address individual CSO’s organizational development training and assistance needs in areas such as strategic management, program management, information management, external relations and communications, and internal governance;
•Adapting or developing appropriate capacity-building materials and training activities to meet individual CSOs’ organizational development;
•Developing and applying innovative training concepts, methodologies and strategies, including communities of practice and e-learning;
•Providing training, mentoring and technical assistance to CSOs in organizational development topics such as strategic management, program management, information management, external relations and communications, and internal governance;
•Conducting monthly site visits and preparing detailed monthly status reports for CSOs;
•Developing technical assistance reports on a regular basis that assess the grantee’s growth and capabilities in a specific topic area;
•Holding regular debriefing meetings to report on CSO progress, successes and challenges; and
•Developing and implementing workshops on organizational development topics for CSOs.

Minimum Requirements
•Advanced degree in a relevant discipline from an accredited university;
•At least 5 years of proven work experience in the field of organizational development and NGO capacity building;
•At least three years of experience in training, consulting or on-the-job coaching;
•In-depth knowledge of and strong connections within Egyptian civil society;
•Demonstrated skills in program management, needs assessment, training and evaluation;
•Excellent interpersonal skills and demonstrated ability to lead and work effectively in team situations, particularly multi-cultural teams;
•Willingness to undertake regular field visits and interact with different stakeholders;
•Excellent analytical and report writing skills (in English);
•Excellent spoken and written English and Arabic;
•Knowledge and ability to use Microsoft Office programs, Internet and e-mail applications; and
•Residency in Egypt required.

FHI 360 has a competitive compensation package. Interested candidates may register online though FHI 360’s Career Center at www.fhi360.org/careercenter or through the Employment section at www.fhi360.org. Please submit a CV and cover letter including salary requirements.