Project Officer, Southern Libya at United States Institute of Peace in Washington, Washington DC

Job Description:

Who We Are

Peace is our commitment. The United States Institute of Peace represents the American people’s shared values and commitment to peace worldwide. We know that Peace is Security – it advances both U.S. and international security by preventing, managing, and mitigating violent conflict.

We are an independent, non-partisan institution and are actively engaged with peacebuilding efforts worldwide. Together we tackle the most challenging problems and hold fast to the possibility of a more peaceful world. To learn more about USIP programs and job openings, go to https://www.usip.org/about/careers.

If you have a passion for making the world a better place and want to have a front-row seat on the world stage, USIP is the place for you.

JOB BRIEF

The Project Officer (PO) acts as a lead regional coordinator for the United States Institute of Peace in Southern Libya.  The PO represents USIP in the South and is responsible for managing relationships with project partners and local national government counterparts. The PO assists the Country Director in the management and oversight of the Institute’s operations and the implementation of programmatic, safety, and security activities in Libya.  The PO is based in Sabha or Ubari and able to travel throughout Libya as needed. 

RESPONSIBILITIES

Representation, Advocacy and Partnerships 

• Serve as a representative of USIP to regional local and national stakeholders including local and national government stakeholders, international implementers, UN agencies, and other parties in line with USIP’s mission and values.


• Monitor partnerships with regional stakeholders and implementing partners and ensure quality, relevance, timeliness of partner reporting activities.


• Ensure the participation and involvement of relevant stakeholders in project activities so that the process is inclusive, participatory, and transparent.


• Contribute to data collection efforts and the drafting of reports to donors and government partners.

Risk Management

• Support the USIP team in the management of political, security, financial and programmatic risks.


• Analyze and report on key regional and national developments keeping the USIP Libya team well-informed of the evolving political and security situation regionally and nationally.


• Advise and assist in the development and the management of USIP’s security assessments in coordination with USIP’s International Security team in the South of Libya and support efforts to maintain a high level of security awareness and preparedness.


• Support internal efforts to build capacity in risk management among program and operations staff.

Program Management, Planning, and Implementation 

• Ensure the development of cross-project linkages with other relevant projects and programs for mutually reinforcing impact.


• Identify and address problems relating to implementation as they arise, including issues related to the programmatic capacities of implementing partners, and support the revision of programs as necessary.


• Support project teams ensure the timeliness and quality of project outputs as well as the timely preparation of reports.

Operational Management and Coordination 

• Lead coordination of travel and security arrangements in the South of Libya and support with protocol and travel related administrative matters.


• Provide logistical, administrative and oversight support for the successful implementation of USIP’s programs in the South of Libya.


• Oversee the management of USIP’s expenditures and disbursements in close coordination with the Country Director.


• Ensure strict operational compliance with USIP’s rules and regulations concerning finance, procurement, and vendor management.


• Assist in the recruitment of USIP personnel in Libya when required.

Corporate Competencies 

• Demonstrate commitment to USIP’s mission, vision, and values.


• Promote USIP’s values of integrity, and ethical standards.


• Display cultural, gender, age sensitivity, and adaptability.

Perform other duties as assigned.

QUALIFICATIONS

• Bachelor’s degree in political science, international affairs, or related field.


• Six (6) or more years of related experience.


• Interest in and knowledge of Libya's conflict and political dynamics is required.


• Experience working in coordination with teams based abroad and with local partners.


• Strong time management skills with the ability to prioritize work and meet deadlines.


• Demonstrated analytic and writing skills. Able to write effectively in a variety of formats and for a variety of audiences in English and Arabic.


• Must have strong collaboration skills; must have the ability to coordinate the input and priorities of multiple players.


• Demonstrated ability to develop effective working relationships and strong interpersonal skills, including cross-cultural communication.


• English and Arabic language skills required.

All USIP contract and employee positions are contingent upon the favorable completion of a suitability background investigation.

HOW TO APPLY
To be considered for this position, please submit a complete application package consisting of:
1.  Completed employment application including titles, dates of hire and salary requirements.
2.  Cover letter
3.  Resume 

Only those applicants that are selected for further discussions will be contacted.  

No Phone Calls. Interviews will be scheduled by appointment only.  

USIP is an equal opportunity employer. USIP does not discriminate in employment on the basis of race, color, religion, sex (including pregnancy, gender identity, and sexual orientation), national origin, political affiliation, marital status, disability, genetic information (including family medical history), age, membership in an employee organization, retaliation, parental status, military service, or other non-merit-based factors.

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