Foreign, Commonwealth and Development Office (Policy & Political roles)
Political
The British Embassy, Amman is seeking a highly motivated and enthusiastic individual for the position of Programme Manager for Jordan Counter-Terrorism Programme Fund (CTPF), Grade – B3 (L).
Main Purpose of the job:
The programme manager is expected to manage the delivery of CTPF programme activity from October 2021 to the conclusion of the financial year at the end of March 2022. The programme manager will ensure that projects are delivered on time and to budget, monitoring risk throughout the delivery cycle, working with Jordanian stakeholders to ensure successful delivery and ensuring monitoring and evaluation tools are incorporated into project design to assess impact.
Main Responsibilities:
- Procure suppliers for CTPF projects within the Jordan programme portfolio. Research most appropriate procurement methods taking value, scale of project and market diversity into account. Establish a procurement timetable to ensure delivery takes place on time.
- Provide financial management of projects; evaluate supplier ABBs, ensure accountability for spending, request monthly invoices, process project spend on FCDO systems.
- Produce quarterly reports on project delivery with updates on quarterly activity, outcomes achieved and highlight current and future risks and mitigations.
- Manage delivery of CTPF capacity building training sessions; liaise with Jordanian security authorities and implementers to determine dates, venues and participants.
- Provide interpretation in meetings with key Jordanian stakeholders in the security sector.
- Keep track of CT incidents and trends in Jordan and ensure this information is distributed to key colleagues in London and British Embassy Amman.
Resources Managed:
CTPF programme fund of approximately £450,000.
Key Competencies:
- Delivering at Pace – Effectiveness in this area means focusing on delivering timely performance with energy and taking responsibility and accountability for quality outcomes.
- Collaborating and Partnering – People skilled in this area create and maintain positive, professional and trusting working relationships with a wide range of people within and outside the Civil Service to help get business done.
- Changing and Improving – People who are effective in this area are responsive, innovative and seek out opportunities to create effective change.
- Delivering Value for Money – Delivering value for money involves the efficient, effective and economic use of taxpayers’ money in the delivery of public services.
Knowledge & Skills:
The successful candidate will have excellent communication skills as well as being a strong team player with partnering skills with a diverse range of customers. This is a high-paced role and you will need to be resilient in order to deliver high standards of service in a challenging but rewarding environment. We are looking for someone that can demonstrate:
- Integrity
- Honesty
- Objectivity
- Impartiality
Essential:
- Fluent communication skills in both Arabic and English (both spoken and written).
- Minimum 3 years previous programme management experience, particularly financial management in an embassy/NGO environment.
- Candidate must hold a Degree level education in a relevant subject.
- Experience of budget management and forecasting.
- A flexible approach to work whilst under pressure.
- Ability to work in fast-paced, high profile environments, and deliver to deadlines.
- Computer literacy in Microsoft Office packages.
Desirable:
- Experience of working in a security related environment.
- An understanding of Jordanian security sector dynamics and the terrorism threat posed to Jordan.
Changing and Improving, Collaborating and Partnering, Delivering Value for Money, Delivering at Pace
11 September 2021
B3 (L)
Fixed Term, Full-time
37
6 months
Middle East & North Africa
Jordan
Amman
British Embassy
1
JOD
1613
1 October 2021
31 March 2022
Working Hours and Remuneration:
The position is full-time, at 37 hours a week with considerations of flexibility depending on circumstances.
Pay is on the Embassy B3 (L) scale, with a salary of JOD 1,613 per month. Please note that your salary will be paid gross and you are expected to comply with your tax obligations through completion of a tax return to the local authorities. If exceptionally you are not liable to pay Jordanian tax, you will receive a net salary which is minus the deduction of an equivalent level of local tax. Further information on this will be given to candidates at interview if necessary.
This position is offered on a full time, fixed term contract for 6 months. The desired start date for the successful candidate is 1st October 2021 and the contract will end on 31st March 2022.
The successful candidate will be subject to a 90-days probationary period (as appropriate). The selected candidate will have the right to live and work in Jordan.
The package includes a good level of health insurance and a friendly, English-speaking work environment. We offer opportunities to develop professional skills through our Learning & Development offer. Leave entitlement is 25 days (on pro rata basis) plus 14 public holidays.
Eligibility:
If you are selected for this position, we will be able to employ you as long as:
- Receive the appropriate level of standard security clearance;
- Have the right to live and work in Jordan.
To Apply:
Interested candidates must attach the following documents when applying online.
- An updated Curriculum Vitae (CV).
- A covering letter/statement of suitability including competence and experience required.
** (Applications that do not include the above stated information will be rejected).
All applications must be received before 23:55 (Local Time) on 11 September 2021.
Applications received after the stated deadline will not be considered.
Due to the large amount of applications, we receive only those shortlisted for interview or assessment will be contacted.
The start date mentioned in the advert is an assumed start date and the successful candidate will be required to undergo security-vetting procedures. Any offer of employment will be subject to the candidate achieving suitable clearances and reference checks.
Staff recruited locally by the British Embassy are subject to terms and conditions of service according to local labour law.
The British Embassy Amman is an equal opportunities employer, dedicated to inclusivity, a diverse workforce and valuing difference.
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