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Development and HumanitarianJob Description (Roles and Responsibilities) 1 

The British Embassy Amman has a vacancy and seeking a highly motivated and enthusiastic individual for the position of Humanitarian Programme Manager under Humanitarian, Inclusion and Protection Team, job grade Higher Executive Officer (HEO), on a fixed term contract for two (2) years.

This is an opportunity to work for the Foreign Commonwealth and Development Office (FCDO) within the British Embassy Amman as it implements its new UK-Jordan Country Business Plan.

The successful candidate will join the Humanitarian, Inclusion and Protection Team with particular focus on the humanitarian sector. The post requires commitment to work with others inside and outside the Embassy to maximise UK aid and coordinate with adverse range of stakeholders. The successful candidate will be confident working at pace and multi-tasking to respond to changing priorities.

Duties and responsibilities:

In overall terms, the key objectives associated with this role are to ensure effective delivery of the following humanitarian programmes:

• Multi-purpose Cash Assistance to Refugees in Jordan (https://devtracker.fcdo.gov.uk/projects/GB-GOV-1-300540/summary);
• Jordan Protection Programme (JPP) Support to Vulnerable Refugees and Jordanians (https://devtracker.fcdo.gov.uk/projects/GB-GOV-1-301237/summary); and
• the Strengthening Societal and Economic Resilience in Jordan programme (https://devtracker.fcdo.gov.uk/projects/GB-GOV-1-301109/summary).

More specifically, the role will entail the following responsibilities:

• Manage finance related to programmes. Use a commercial mind-set and understanding of project budget drivers to support achievement of value for money (VFM).
• Ensure key partner/supplier deliverables are tracked in the programme delivery frameworks.
• Contribute to the development of programme risk strategies, focusing on mitigating the risk of fraud and corruption and ensuring other risks are addressed in liaison with programme team and others as required.
• Maintain programme risk registers, proactively highlighting and escalating concerns, risks and issues to appropriate level.
• Regularly updating delivery chain maps showing key issues and risks at each stage of funds movement.
• Contributing towards cross-embassy policy discussion on humanitarian strategy with teams across the embassy such as the Poltical team, Economy & Prosperity Team and also across other embassies in the region.
• Contribute to efforts to improve working culture and life in the British Embassy and delivering on selected corporate objectives. It is expected that up to 10% of the role will be devoted ot this.
• The jobholder will also be responsible for approximately £10m of expenditure per year.

The above list is not exhaustive and the jobholder will be required to be flexible and take on other ad hoc tasks as required. 

is minus the deduction of an equivalent level of local tax. Further information on this will be provided at interview if necessary.

This role is for a full-time employment, on a fixed-term contract for two (2) years. The successful candidate will be subject to a 90-days probationary period (as appropriate). The appointment is subject to satisfactory local and UK security clearances. The selected candidate must have a right to live and work in Jordan.

Normal working hours at the Embassy are Sunday to Wednesday 08:00-15:30 and Thursday 08:00-15:00. The Embassy operates a flexible working policy that allows staff to work different hours as well as allowing staff to work from home one day a week, based on operational requirements and agreement with the line manager, and in line with FCDO and Embassy policies.

The package includes a good level of health insurance and a friendly, English-speaking work environment. We offer opportunities to develop professional skills through our Learning & Development offer. Leave entitlement is 25 days (on pro rata basis) plus 14 public holidays.

The Embassy follows a 70-20-10 model of learning. Your Line Manager will help you develop a personalised L&D plan and will share opportunities, resources and guidance to ensure you continue your learning and achieve your full potential. You will also be encouraged to undertake developmental training and get involved in BE Amman corporate activities that offer an opportunity for professional development. Additional information 1 

How to apply:

Interested candidates must include to their online application form 1) an updated Curriculum Vitae (CV); 2) motivation essay, in the relevant sections of the online application form, stating how you meet the requirements of the role; and 3) specific examples, in the relevant sections of the online application form, of how you meet the key behaviours and skills required. 

Applications that do not include this information will not be considered. 

Closing date of receiving applications is before 23:55 (Egypt local time) on 08 October 2023. 

Applications received after the stated deadline will not be considered.

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