We believe flexible working is key to building the Oxfam of the future, so we’re open to
talking through the type of flexible arrangements which might work for you.
This role is full-time and based in Amman, Jordan with travel to field as needed.
Dimensions Of The Role
Diverse and complex problem-solving, requiring professional knowledge field experience and an understanding of development and humanitarian work.
Problem-solving and analysis often involves difficult decision-making with no precedent
Advice and problem-solving often given over distance with limited information.
Information sources are diverse, ranging from academic research to data collection in programme and non-programme areas and often requires a judgement on credibility and accuracy of the information.
Ensures the effective planning and delivery of projects and / or defined areas of programme, including working with partners
Contributing to project/ programme budget planning and monitoring
Key Responsibilities
Management and coordination of partner activities in relation to project and ensuring compliance with Oxfam and donor policies
Monitor and manage research and policy activities in coordination with internal staff, project partner, and external sector stakeholders
Lead in stakeholder engagement and coordination with solid waste management sector stakeholders
Manage implementation of innovative pilot project activities in Za’atari Refugee Camp and the hosting communities in Mafraq through coordination of staff and management of project progress
Oversee and monitor sub-granting activities to circular economy small-to-medium enterprises
Design and management of awareness raising campaigns (community-based and digital)
Manage, draft and/or review project deliverables including reports to donor, research reports, and project assessments
Communication and coordination with internal staff for project implementation
Communication and coordination with partner organization and key sector stakeholders (municipalities/ministries) and other actors
Budget implementation based on monthly forecast and follow up activities
Other tasks as assigned in relevance to the project and other programmatic priorities
Person Specification
Most importantly, every individual at Oxfam Italia needs to be able to:
Live our values of INCLUSION, ACCOUNTABILITY and EMPOWERMENT (read more about these here).
Ensure you commit to our ORGANISATIONAL ATTRIBUTES (including adhering to the Code of Conduct): PERSON SPECIFICATION
Be committed to our feminist principles, and to applying them in your day-to-day behaviour and your work. Be ready to keep learning, with accountability to those who experience oppression as a result of their identities, such as their gender, race/ethnicity, disability or class.
Be committed to undertaking Oxfam’s safeguarding training and adhering to relevant policies, to ensure all people who come into Oxfam are as safe as possible.
Experience, Knowledge & Competencies
Essentials
For this role, you will need to model Oxfam’s feminist leadership approach so we have selected the most relevant feminist leadership practices which we will use for assessment purposes (which you can read more about here):
Vision setting
Strategic thinking and judgement
Influencing
In addition, an ideal candidate will also have:
At least 5 years of experience in Jordan in the solid waste management and circular economy sectors in senior role.
Experience working with INGOs in Jordan
Knowledge of key actors, strategies, priorities, and sector landscape for solid waste management in Jordan
Proven experience in coordination and interaction with key stakeholders in solid waste management and circular economy sectors in Jordan
Experience in managing people
At interview, shortlisted candidates will also be assessed on our values and organisational attributes, as outlined above.
Desirable
Proven experience in campaigns, research, and advocacy activities for climate justice and/or sustainable development
Experience in implementing sub-granting projects related to circular economy or sustainability.
