Job description

Project Officer – THRIVE 

What we are looking for 

Hivos is an equal opportunities employer and welcomes applications from all qualified individuals. We are currently seeking suitably qualified, highly competent, and motivated candidates to serve as Project Officer - THRIVE and lead effective implementation, coordination, and delivery of the program upon project commencement. 

Position Information

Location: Lebanon

Hours: Full Time (36 Hours Per Week)

Reports to: Project Manager Thrive

Team: Programs

Contract Type: Fixed – Term

Term: This appointment is for an initial term of one year, with possibility of annual renewal for the life of the project, subject to donor funding availability, performance and organizational needs.

Office: Lebanon

Provisional grade: 10

Deadline: 8 September 2026

JOB CONTEXT

Hivos was awarded the THRIVE Program (Promoting an Enabling Environment for Civil Society) under the Swedish Strategy for Support to Civil Society 2025–2029. The program aims to strengthen civil society resilience, sustainability, and effectiveness across Kenya, Zimbabwe, Colombia, and Lebanon.

THRIVE seeks to empower civil society actors to counter shrinking civic space and promote enabling environments through three interlinked outcomes:

• Safe and inclusive spaces for collaboration
• Strengthened operational and strategic capacities
• Increased access to knowledge, networks, tools, and resources

ROLE PURPOSE

The Project Officer is part of the THRIVE global programme team and supports the planning, coordination and implementation of programme activities across participating countries. Working closely with the Project Manager, implementing partners and other stakeholders, the Project Officer provides technical assistance, facilitates partner engagement and contributes to effective programme delivery, learning and reporting in accordance with Hivos policies and donor requirements.

KEY RESPONSIBILITIES 

The key responsibilities of the role include

Project Management

• Work closely with the Project Manager to coordinate the day-to-day implementation of THRIVE programme activities in line with programme objectives.
• Facilitate collaboration, networking and knowledge exchange among Civil Society Organizations (CSOs), grassroots movements, human rights defenders and other relevant stakeholders.
• Support the implementation of capacity strengthening initiatives for Civil Society Organizations, including organizational development, governance, financial management and institutional sustainability.
• Coordinate programme grants and partner support activities to ensure effective implementation and achievement of programme objectives.
• Contribute to the development of knowledge products, learning resources and technical guidance that promote programme learning and evidence-based decision-making.
• Monitor the socio-political context and support adaptive programme implementation through conflict-sensitive and context-responsive approaches.
• Promote meaningful stakeholder participation and integrate gender equality, inclusion and safeguarding principles across programme implementation.

Technical Assistance and Programme Support

• Build and maintain effective relationships with technical specialists, programme partners and relevant networks to support programme implementation and knowledge exchange.
• Support the Project Manager in the planning, coordination and implementation of programme activities, including work plans, budgets and activity schedules.
• Prepare and review programme reports, technical documentation and implementation updates, ensuring accuracy, quality and timely submission.
• Monitor programme implementation to ensure compliance with the funding agreement, Hivos policies and procedures, donor requirements and the approved results framework and budget.
• Provide the Project Finance team with timely programme and budget implementation information to support financial monitoring and reporting.
• Prepare Terms of Reference (ToRs) and technical documentation for procurement processes, including Requests for Quotations (RFQs) and Requests for Proposals (RFPs), in accordance with Hivos policies and procedures.
• Contribute to programme learning and adaptive management by documenting lessons learned good practices and opportunities for continuous improvement.

Technical Assistance to Implementing Partners

• Provide technical assistance and capacity strengthening to implementing partners through technical advice, training, mentoring and knowledge-sharing initiatives to support effective programme implementation and organizational resilience.
• Promote the visibility of the THRIVE programme and foster effective engagement with key stakeholders.
• Identify potential programme risks and implementation challenges and support the development and implementation of appropriate mitigation measures.

Learning Network Activities

• Support and coordinate programme partner learning exchanges and regional learning events.
• Participate in national, regional and international forums, workshops and learning events, as required.
• Collaborate with other technical units across Hivos.

Stakeholder Engagement, Networking and Coordination

• Develop and maintain effective relationships with implementing partners, civil society organizations, donors, government institutions, networks and other relevant stakeholders to advance programme objectives and strengthen collaboration.
• Coordinate and facilitate communication among implementing partners, the Project Manager, programme team members and other stakeholders to support effective programme implementation.
• Participate in relevant working groups, technical committees, networks and coordination forums, as delegated by the Project Manager.

Monitoring, Evaluation, Learning and Support

• Ensure accurate and timely documentation of programme activities, reports and other programme records.
• Support the MEL Officer by providing timely and accurate programme data, documentation and other technical inputs required for monitoring, evaluation, reporting and programme performance tracking.
• Monitor programme risks and support the implementation and periodic review of the programme risk management plan.
• Contribute to programme learning by documenting lessons learned, good practices, impact stories and other knowledge products to support communications, reporting and continuous programme improvement.

PERSON SPECIFICATIONS 

Qualifications

• Bachelor's degree in Development Studies, Social Sciences, International Development, Public Policy, Programme Management, Political Science, International Relations or another relevant discipline.

Knowledge / Experience

• Minimum 3-5 years of relevant experience.
• Experience working with Civil Society Organizations (CSOs), grassroots organizations, social movements and/or human rights actors.
• Experience supporting the implementation of donor-funded programmes.
• Knowledge of civic space, civil society strengthening, governance, human rights, gender equality, diversity, inclusion and safeguarding principles.
• Experience working with multiple stakeholders and partner organizations.
• Knowledge of Monitoring, Evaluation and Learning (MEL) principles.
• Fluency in English, both written and verbal.
• Additional languages such as Arabic, Spanish or French are an asset.

Key Skills /Attributes

• Analytical thinking and problem-solving.
• Communication and presentation skills.
• Facilitation and report writing.
• Networking and stakeholder engagement.
• Planning and organizational skills.
• Teamwork and collaboration.

What we offer

We offer a stimulating work environment in a professional international organization with very dedicated staff. This position will be based in Beirut, Lebanon. We offer a national contract based on Hivos local labour conditions, with comparatively competitive remuneration package commensurate with experience and expertise.  Hivos welcomes International & Regional applicants but can only offer a position to only those with a valid work permit for Lebanon.

Want to apply?

Please submit a cover letter (maximum 1 page) and CV (maximum 2 pages) as soon as possible by clicking the ‘Apply here’ button. Applications are being received until 8 September 2026, midnight CAT.

Our values and commitment to safeguarding

Hivos is committed to promoting equality, diversity, and inclusion in the workplace, and strives to be representative of all sections of society. We know that different perspectives, experiences, and competences are key for Hivos to be a relevant, capable, and successful organization. Hivos therefore strives to recruit staff with diverse backgrounds and lived experiences.  

Hivos is committed to preventing any type of unwanted behaviour at work including sexual harassment, exploitation and abuse, lack of integrity and financial misconduct; and committed to promoting the welfare of children, young people, adults and partners with whom Hivos engage. 

All offers of employment will be subject to satisfactory references and appropriate screening checks, which can include criminal records and terrorism finance checks. Hivos also participates in the Inter Agency Misconduct Disclosure Scheme. In line with this Scheme, we will request information from job applicants’ previous employers about any findings of sexual exploitation, sexual abuse and/or sexual harassment during employment, or incidents under investigation when the applicant left employment. When you submit an application, you confirm your understanding of these recruitment procedures.