Regional Inclusion Programme Manager - Seconded into Handicap International emergency response in Jordan

£35,000 gross per annum plus pension (optional)

12 months contract (with possible extension)

Rest & Recuperation and Hardship allowance, private accommodation

Based in Amman, Jordan (with regular travel to Lebanon and possibly other parts of the region)

HelpAge International is a global network of not-for-profit organisations with a vision of a world where older people fulfill their potential to lead active, dignified, healthy and secure lives. Under an existing global partnership between HelpAge International and Handicap International, both organisations are collaborating in the response to the Syria crisis in, at present in Jordan and Lebanon. Handicap International is an independent and impartial international aid organisation working in situations of poverty and exclusion, conflict and disaster. Working alongside persons with disabilities and other vulnerable groups, its action and testimony are focused on responding to their essential needs, improving their living conditions and promoting respect for their dignity and their fundamental rights.

This exciting secondment opportunity will allow you to provide strategic direction and vision to the regional HelpAge-Handicap Inclusion programming, ensuring coherence and complementarity between activities and initiatives of HelpAge International and Handicap International teams across the region. The Regional Inclusion Programme Manager will manage the HAI Advocacy and Inclusion Coordinator based in Lebanon and the Protection Coordinator based in Jordan, to ensure that all interventions are in compliance with the regional strategy as well as with international humanitarian law, policies and standards. The post holder will be responsible for the development of coordinated advocacy strategies, including identified priorities, evidence based messages, targets, monitoring and evaluations. You will also directly manage inclusion activities related to humanitarian activities inside Syria.

The ideal candidate will be able to quickly develop a strong and detailed understanding of the current humanitarian situation in the region and the humanitarian structures in place to address the changing needs of refugees. An advanced understanding of needs analysis, and a capacity to effectively participate in and influence activities of working groups and build strategic relationships with national and international partners is critical. You will also have Master's Degree in International Humanitarian Programme or related field as well as extensive experience developing and managing protection programmes at field level in humanitarian contexts. You must be an experienced manager with a proven track record of working with and influencing high level stakeholders. You will also have a proven record of dedicated humanitarian policy and advocacy experience at international level and effective interpersonal communication and influencing skills (including with senior managers and government bodies) with the ability to develop global professional networks.

Closing Date: 15 September 2013
Start Date: 1 October 2013
Due to the urgent nature of this position, applicants will be reviewed as they come in and you therefore may be contacted before the closing date for an interview.

HelpAge International is an equal opportunities employer.