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Position Title: Consortium Director
Location: North-West Syria, North-East Syria, Southern-Central Syria
Country: Syria
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Job Details

Job Posting Organization:
The Syria Resilience Initiative (SRI) is a consortium established in 2016, dedicated to fostering resilience and promoting social and economic well-being in Syria. The SRI collaborates with partners and donors to equip individuals, families, and communities in Syria with the tools and skills they need to rebuild their lives amidst ongoing challenges. Operating across North-West, North-East, and Southern-Central Syria, the SRI adopts an integrated programming approach, ensuring coordinated and impactful interventions across all areas of political control.

Job Overview:
The SRI is seeking a highly experienced and motivated Consortium Director to lead the consortium and its Program Management Unit (PMU). As the Consortium Director, you will play a pivotal role in advancing SRI's vision and strategy, ensuring effective collaboration among consortium members, and driving impactful resilience programming in Syria. You will report to the SRI Steering Committee and work closely with the consortium members, donors, and stakeholders. This position requires a strategic thinker with a strong background in humanitarian and development programming, capable of navigating complex environments and fostering partnerships that enhance the effectiveness of the consortium's initiatives.

Duties and Responsibilities:

• Program Management Unit (PMU) Leadership: Lead and manage the PMU team, ensuring alignment with the Terms of Reference (TOR). Oversee the development of budgets, work plans, and action plans for PMU tasks and task forces. Provide line management, including Performance Management, to PMU staff.
• Strategy Development, Resource Mobilization, and Impactful Programming: Lead the development, implementation, and review of the SRI vision, priorities, strategy, and roadmap. Develop and execute a resource mobilization plan in consultation with consortium members and the Steering Committee. Coordinate with Grant Holders and consortium members to enhance donor engagement and secure funding for impactful programming.
• Coordination, Representation, and Advocacy: Coordinate consortium management and decision-making processes. Lead SRI’s external representation in forums, meetings, and working groups related to resilience building in Syria. Oversee the development and implementation of a common communication and advocacy agenda aligned with the SRI vision and priorities.
• Financial Management: Lead budget development for new grants and Fundraising efforts. Manage budget realignments and ensure compliance with donor regulations. Oversee financial management, expenditure monitoring, and donor Financial Reporting.

Required Qualifications:
Advanced degree in International Development, Humanitarian Affairs, or a related field. Minimum of 10 years of experience in humanitarian or development programming, with at least 5 years in a leadership role. Proven track record in consortium management, strategy development, and resource mobilization. Strong understanding of resilience programming and complex crisis contexts. Excellent communication, negotiation, and advocacy skills. Experience working in or on Syria is highly desirable.

Educational Background:
An advanced degree in International Development, Humanitarian Affairs, or a related field is required for this position. This educational background is essential to ensure that the candidate possesses the necessary theoretical knowledge and practical skills to effectively lead the consortium and manage its programs.

Experience:
The position requires a minimum of 10 years of experience in humanitarian or development programming, with at least 5 years in a leadership role. This level of experience is crucial for understanding the complexities of the operational environment in Syria and for effectively managing the consortium's initiatives and partnerships.

Languages:
While the job description does not specify mandatory languages, proficiency in Arabic is likely essential given the operational context in Syria. Additionally, knowledge of English is important for communication with international partners and donors. Other languages relevant to the region may also be beneficial but are not explicitly required.

Additional Notes:
The position is likely to be full-time, and given the nature of the work, it may involve travel within Syria and potentially to other countries for meetings with donors and partners. The role is senior in nature, reflecting the level of responsibility and leadership required. Compensation and benefits details are not provided in the job description but are typically aligned with the organization's policies and the complexity of the role.