Country: Syrian Arab Republic
Closing date: 21 Dec 2018
Background
The team’s purpose is to, in full collaboration with the Country Programme team and with support from the MECIS Regional / Programme Funding Development Team in Oxford, raise funds for Oxfam's programme in Syria. To develop and maintain good quality and consistent relationships with donors; To ensure high quality contract management: To effectively support programme teams to develop and plan concept papers, proposals and reports in accordance with country strategy and donor requirements. To ensure effective liaison with government departments and compliance with Government requirements for INGOs operating in Syria.
About the role
Reporting to the Country Director with matrix management to the Regional Funding Coordinator, the Funding Coordinator will be responsible for:
· Proactively fundraising for the Syria programme.
· Supporting and building the programme teams and country office in planning, securing and managing restricted funds.
· Ensuring that donor procedures and processes are adhered to.
· Support on developing and maintaining up-to-date funding strategies and plans in line with Oxfam’s strategy and principles
· Research new in country funding prospects to meet the set ambition of the programme
· Maintain and share donor intelligence of in-country, regional and global funding opportunities relevant to Oxfam GB’s Syria programme
· Ensuring effective coordination with Oxfam GB and other Oxfam Affiliate colleagues at country/regional/HQ level to ensure country/emergency response overview of funding, proposal submissions and donor liaison
· Responsible for Donor Contract Management (DCM) of restricted and unrestricted funds, and for providing specific advice to country team with regards to donor budgeting.
· In conjunction with the Country Director, representing Oxfam to donors, government ministries and other external stakeholders.
What we are looking for
· University Education and/or substantial experience of working with INGO’s in the following specialisation: M&E, funding and/or programming
· Demonstrable experience of planning for, securing and managing funds from institutional donors, such as DFID, ECHO, SIDA, GAC and UN agencies
· High level of analytical skills and critical thinking with the ability to research, analyse, and report
· Knowledge of Project Cycle Management with previous field experience
· Excellent written skills with proven ability to develop and present proposals and donor reports
· Strong numeracy and financial skills, particularly in developing budgets, financial management/monitoring and reporting.
· Experience in staff management, capacity building; coaching and delivering training at an individual and group level.
· Fluency in written and spoken English
Additional information
Location: Syria - Damascus
Hours: 40
Salary: Competitive
Region: MENA
Job Family: Fundraising
Division: International
Job Type: Fixed Term
Closing Date: 21 December 2018
How to apply:
If you are interested in applying for this role, or would like to find out more information, then please visit:
https://jobs.oxfam.org.uk/vacancy/funding-coordinator-int5075/9786/description/
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