Capacity Building Officer

Position:Capacity Building Officer

Location:Based in Amman, Jordan

Reports To:Program Manager

Division:Media, Technology and Civil Society Division

About IREX

IREX is an international nonprofit organization providing thought leadership and innovative programs to promote positive lasting change globally. We enable local individuals and institutions to build key elements of a vibrant society: quality education, independent media, and strong communities. To strengthen these sectors, our program activities also include conflict resolution, technology for development, women and youth.

Founded in 1968, IREX has an annual portfolio of over $70 million and a staff of over 400 professionals worldwide. IREX employs field-tested methods and innovative uses of technologies to develop practical and locally-driven solutions with our partners in more than 100 countries.

Summary of Position

IREX seeks applicants for the position of Capacity-Building Officer for its Social Media | Social Action for Good Governance (SMSA) program. This program builds upon the experience and success of IREX’s work connecting youth-focused NGOs across the Middle East region with technology tools useful for advancing their work and increasing civic participation. SMSA for Good Governance is a pilot project designed to combine new technologies and traditional outreach tools in comprehensive good governance advocacy campaigns in Jordan.

Under the supervision of the Program Manager, the Capacity Building Officer will support active citizens and CSOs in Jordan to build on and improve their advocacy efforts. Specifically, the Capacity Building Officer will be responsible for providing program partners with continuous mentoring throughout the implementation of their grants. The Capacity Building Officer will assist organizations develop relationships with local government and private sector stakeholders, conduct community outreach, and implementing effective communication campaigns.

Candidates located in Jordan are strongly preferred. No relocation costs will be covered by IREX.

Summary of Responsibilities:

· Support coordination and implementation of program activities, including providing strategic guidance to CSO partners and playing an integral role in the monitoring, evaluation and reporting of program activities as well as ensuring that program deliverables are being met.

· Identify project partner needs and conduct relevant trainings

· Assist program partners in identifying and refining core advocacy messages and techniques

· Facilitate coalition-building among civil society partners and networking with government stakeholders.

· Identify and pursue opportunities to scale-up initiatives to other governorates

· Perform other related duties and responsibilities as assigned

Skills and Qualifications:

· University degree in relevant field

· Minimum of 3 years experience in working with international development, preferably working with local civil society organizations.

· Experience in mentoring, coaching, and skills transfer.

· Superior writing, editing and oral presentation skills, evidenced by professional experience and success

· Strong interpersonal skills, ability to interact and cooperate effectively with partners and core IREX team

· Contextual understanding of the challenges and opportunities of strengthening advocacy skills of NGOs

· Strong organizational skills including ability to prioritize and multi-task

· Flexibility and enthusiasm for IREX programs

· Experience working in Jordan preferred

· Able to communicate in both English and Arabic

· Preferred experience working with civil society and government stakeholders in Jordan.

How to apply:

To Apply

Go to http://www.irex.org/careers and click on Current Openings. Then click on the corresponding position and apply through our website. Please supply a resume and a cover letter with your application. If you are creating a new profile you need to do so and then go back in to apply for a position. Resumes will be reviewed on an ongoing basis.

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