Switzerland: Head of Middle East Desk

Main responsibilities:

Reporting to the Head of Division or her/his designee, the Head of Middle East Desk will oversee the implementation of DCAF’s programme of work in Middle East. Tasks include:

• Daily management and oversight of Security Sector Reform and Governance (SSR/G) projects in the region
• Implementation of the MENA Division’s strategy in Middle East
• Project management quality control (design, planning, implementation, monitoring and reporting)
• Exchange of information between the various offices across the region
• Managing relations with donors.

Requirements:

• Professional experience of project management (minimum 7 years), in the field of governance, security and international development assistance
• An advanced degree in development, security, international relations, business management, public administration or other relevant area of studies
• Familiarity with DCAF’s areas of expertise and with results-based management (RBM) frameworks, an asset
• Excellent English (both written and spoken) – knowledge of Arabic and French would be an asset
• Professional experience with Arab countries
• Knowledge of security sector reform and - governance is an asset
• Operational and staff management skills
• Strong planning and analytical skills
• Interpersonal and communication skills
• Cultural sensitivity and familiarity with the Arab region
• Flexibility, including availability for frequent missions abroad
• Non EU-nationals must be in possession of a valid work permit for Switzerland

DCAF’s Middle East and North Africa Division (OPMENA) invites interested and qualified applicants to submit their dossier with the reference «*HMED2017*» to opmena@dcaf.ch. The application should include:

• a one-page cover letter in English describing interest, motivation and availability for working with DCAF;
• a CV (maximum length 2 pages)
• the completed DCAF Application Form to be downloaded.