Switzerland: Project Coordinator (Fundraising, Donor Relations and Reporting) / (100 %)

The Geneva Centre for the Democratic Control of Armed Forces (DCAF) is dedicated to improving the security of states and their people within a framework of democratic governance, the rule of law, and respect for human rights. DCAF contributes to making peace and development more sustainable by assisting partner states and international actors supporting these states, to improve the governance of their security sector through inclusive and participatory reforms. It creates innovative knowledge products, promotes norms and good practices, provides legal and policy advice and supports capacity‐building of both state and non‐state security sector stakeholders.

DCAF's Foundation Council comprises 62 member states, the Canton of Geneva and six permanent observers. Active in over 70 countries, DCAF is internationally recognized as one of the world's leading centres of excellence for security sector governance (SSG) and security sector reform (SSR). DCAF is guided by the principles of neutrality, impartiality, local ownership, inclusive participation, and gender equality. For more information please visit www.dcaf.ch

For our Operations Middle East and North Africa Division, we are looking for an exceptional professional to be our next:

Project Coordinator

(Fundraising, Donor Relations and Reporting)/(100 %)

Location: Geneva,with occasional travel to donor countries and the region

Starting date: 1 June 2019 or as soon as possible

Duration: Two years renewable

The role

Reporting to the Head of Division or her/his designate, the Project Coordinator will be responsible for the division’s fundraising portfolio, management of donor relations, DCAF’s Trust Fund for North Africa (TFNA), and managing the division’s donor reporting responsibilities. More specifically, the incumbent’s role will include, but not necessarily limited to, the following:

• Contribute to the development of the division’s fundraising, in line with division’s strategy, including the development of project proposals, bids in response to tenders or funding requests.
• Management of existing donor commitments as well as extension of commitments via multi-year Grant Agreements
• Overseeing the division’s donor base, including identification of new donors and their funding priorities/strategies/lines and instruments, and the development of funding proposals
• Manage MENA’s TFNA, including timely financial and narrative reporting
• Organize the bi-annual TFNA Steering Committees meetings (reporting, facilitation, minutes of meeting, logistics, follow-up, etc)
• Development and continuous update of donor funding financial steering instruments (monthly cash flow projection, monthly expense overview, other instruments as agreed)
• Articulate a communications strategy, especially for the TFNA, and develop additional communication tools as required
• Coordinate the development and ensure the timely submission of internal annual and performance reports, in accordance with DCAF’s RBM system
• Keep track of donor reporting obligations and commitments, and ensure the production of quality reports and their timely submission

Your experience and qualifications

• Professional experience in project management (minimum 7 years) in fundraising and management of donor relations, preferably in the field of governance, security and international development assistance
• An advanced degree in development, international relations, business management, public administration or other relevant area of studies
• Familiarity with DCAF’s areas of expertise (SSR/G) and with results-based management (RBM) frameworks a strong asset
• Excellent English (both written and spoken) – knowledge of Arabic and French would be a distinct asset
• Professional experience working with/in/on behalf of MENA countries
• Experience and skills in outreach and communication, especially with donors
• Experience and skills in project conceptualization, design and formulation, as well as in report writing and coordination
• Experience and skills in budgeting and budget monitoring
• Strong planning and analytical skills
• Interpersonal, staff management and communication skills
• Flexibility, including availability for missions abroad
• Swiss or EU citizenship or a valid work permit for Switzerland at the time of application is a pre-requisite

We offer:

• a rewarding, dynamic and challenging work experience
• the chance to be part of a multicultural team of supportive, hardworking and values-driven people
• the chance to contribute to improving security of states and their people within a framework of democratic governance, the rule of law, and respect for human rights

If you think you are a good match for DCAF and the position advertised, please send your application to menarecruitment@dcaf.ch by 28 April 2019 with the subject heading ‘’PCFR2019’’, enclosing:

• a one-page motivational statement in English describing your relevant experience and what you can bring to DCAF
• a concise CV (maximum two pages)
• the completed DCAF Application Form here

DCAF is committed to equality of opportunity and encourages applications from all qualified candidates regardless of sex, age, disability, gender identity, religion, or ethnicity.