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General Information

Position Title
Community-Based Management Expert
Job Category
Communications
Duty Station(s)
Beirut
Seniority Level
Mid Level
ICS Level
ICS 09
Contract Type
ICA - LICA - Specialist - Retainer
Contract Level
LICA 9
Posting Start Date
16-Apr-2026
Posting End Date
30-Apr-2026
Duration
12 months

Job Highlight

This is an opportunity to contribute to a critical environmental project in Lebanon, working directly with communities to enhance their resilience to wildfire risks and promote sustainable forest management. The role offers a chance to apply expertise in community engagement, stakeholder coordination, and participatory planning, while contributing to the long-term sustainability of Lebanon's natural resources.

About the Region

The UNOPS Middle East Region (MR) provides strategic leadership, performance oversight, and support to UNOPS operations across Iraq, Jordan, Lebanon, Syria, Yemen, and the State of Palestine. MR is responsible for positioning UNOPS as a key development partner in the region through high-level engagement with regional bodies, UN coordination mechanisms, development banks, donors, and intergovernmental organisations. By fostering strategic partnerships and promoting operational excellence, the region supports country teams in delivering sustainable solutions to complex development, peace, and humanitarian challenges

About the Country/Multi-Country Office

Established in 2004, the UNOPS Amman Multi-Country Office (MCO) provides strategic and operational support to partners across Jordan, Syria, Lebanon, Iraq, Yemen, and the Gulf countries. The MCO delivers solutions that address development, peace, and humanitarian challenges through infrastructure, procurement, project management, and human resources services. Working in close collaboration with national governments, UN agencies, and donors, the office supports efforts to advance the Sustainable Development Goals. Its portfolio includes large-scale operations focused on improving essential services, strengthening national systems, and enhancing resilience in complex and fragile settings.

Job Specific Context

The Community Engagement - Senior Analyst will play a crucial role in the "Community-based Wildfire Risk Management in Lebanon’s Vulnerable Landscapes" project. This project aims to reduce wildfire risks in selected hotspots in Lebanon by improving forest landscape management through community engagement. The senior analyst will be responsible for identifying and engaging relevant community groups, strengthening community participation, and ensuring the effective implementation of community-based management requirements within the project's framework. This position requires a deep understanding of community dynamics, sustainable forest management, and wildfire risk mitigation strategies in the Lebanese context.


Role Purpose

The Community Engagement - Senior Analyst will provide technical expertise and support to ensure effective community engagement in the development and implementation of sustainable forest management and wildfire management activities under Component 2 of the project. The technical analyst will strengthen local ownership, social cohesion, and long-term sustainability of forest and wildfire management interventions through participatory planning and capacity development at the community level.


Functions / Key Results Expected

1. Community Engagement Strategy and Implementation

  • Analyze community dynamics, socio-economic factors, and existing governance structures in the project's target areas to inform the development of a comprehensive community engagement strategy.
  • Develop and implement participatory approaches for engaging local communities in the planning, implementation, and monitoring of sustainable forest management and wildfire risk reduction activities.
  • Establish and maintain effective communication channels with community groups, local authorities, and other relevant stakeholders to ensure their active involvement and ownership of project interventions.
  • Facilitate community consultations, workshops, and training sessions to raise awareness about wildfire risks, promote sustainable forest management practices, and build local capacity for wildfire prevention and response.

2. Stakeholder Coordination and Partnership Building

  • Identify and engage relevant stakeholders, including community leaders, local NGOs, government agencies, and private sector actors, to foster collaboration and synergy in the implementation of project activities.
  • Establish and maintain strong working relationships with local partners to leverage their expertise, resources, and networks for effective community engagement and project delivery.
  • Facilitate regular coordination meetings and information sharing among stakeholders to ensure alignment of efforts and address any challenges or conflicts that may arise.
  • Support the development of partnership agreements and memoranda of understanding with key stakeholders to formalize collaboration and ensure long-term sustainability of project interventions.

3. Capacity Development and Knowledge Sharing

  • Assess the capacity development needs of local communities and partner organizations in relation to sustainable forest management and wildfire risk reduction.
  • Design and deliver targeted training programs, workshops, and mentorship opportunities to enhance the knowledge, skills, and competencies of community members and local stakeholders.
  • Develop and disseminate knowledge products, best practices, and lessons learned on community engagement in sustainable forest management and wildfire risk management through various channels, including publications, websites, and social media.
  • Support the establishment of community-based monitoring systems to track the progress and impact of project interventions and ensure accountability to local stakeholders.


4. Monitoring, Evaluation, and Reporting

  • Develop and implement a monitoring and evaluation framework to assess the effectiveness of community engagement activities and their contribution to project outcomes.
  • Collect and analyze data on community participation, stakeholder satisfaction, and the impact of capacity development initiatives to inform adaptive management and improve project performance.
  • Prepare regular progress reports, case studies, and other documentation to communicate the results of community engagement activities to project management, donors, and other stakeholders.
  • Conduct field visits and participatory assessments to gather feedback from local communities and ensure that project interventions are responsive to their needs and priorities.

Skills

Communication, Communications Planning, Community Development, Conflict Resolution, Stakeholder Engagement
Respect
Treats all individuals with respect; responds sensitively to differences and encourages others to do the same. Upholds organisational and ethical norms. Maintains high standards of trustworthiness. Role model for diversity and inclusion.
Collaboration
Acts as a positive role model contributing to the team spirit. Collaborates and supports the development of others. For people managers only: Acts as positive leadership role model, motivates, directs and inspires others to succeed, utilizing appropriate leadership styles.
Partnerships
Demonstrates understanding of the impact of own role on all partners and always puts the end beneficiary first. Builds and maintains strong external relationships and is a competent partner for others (if relevant to the role).
Excellence
Efficiently establishes an appropriate course of action for self and/or others to accomplish a goal. Actions lead to total task accomplishment through concern for quality in all areas. Sees opportunities and takes the initiative to act on them. Understands that responsible use of resources maximizes our impact on our beneficiaries.
Adaptability
Open to change and flexible in a fast paced environment. Effectively adapts own approach to suit changing circumstances or requirements. Reflects on experiences and modifies own behavior. Performance is consistent, even under pressure. Always pursues continuous improvements.
Decision-making
Evaluates data and courses of action to reach logical, pragmatic decisions. Takes an unbiased, rational approach with calculated risks. Applies innovation and creativity to problem-solving.
Communication
Expresses ideas or facts in a clear, concise and open manner. Communication indicates a consideration for the feelings and needs of others. Actively listens and proactively shares knowledge. Handles conflict effectively, by overcoming differences of opinion and finding common ground.

Education Requirements

Required

  • Masters degree or equivalent with 2 years of relevant experience.

  • Bachelors degree or equivalent with 4 years of relevant experience.

  • Technical/Professional License with 6 years of relevant experience.

  • High School Diploma with 8 years of relevant experience.

  • Secondary School Diploma with 8 years of relevant experience.


Desired

  • Degree in Social Sciences, Environmental Studies, Forestry, or related field.

  • Certification in community engagement or related field.

Experience Requirements

Required

  • Minimum of 2 years of experience in community engagement, stakeholder coordination, or participatory development in the context of natural resource management or environmental conservation.

  • Experience in designing and implementing community-based projects, preferably related to sustainable forest management or wildfire risk reduction.


Desired

  • Experience working in Lebanon or the Middle East region.

  • Experience with international development organizations or UN agencies.

Language Requirements

LanguageProficiency LevelRequirement
EnglishFluentRequired
ArabicFluentRequired
FrenchFluentDesirable

Additional Information

  • Please note that UNOPS does not accept unsolicited resumes. 
  • Please note that UNOPS will at no stage of the recruitment process request candidates to make payments of any kind.
  • Applications to vacancies must be received before midnight Copenhagen time (CET) on the closing date of the announcement. Applications received after the closing date will not be considered. 
  • Please note that only shortlisted candidates will be contacted and advance to the next stage of the selection process, which involves various assessments. 
  • UNOPS embraces diversity and is committed to equal employment opportunity. Our workforce consists of many diverse nationalities, cultures, languages, races, gender identities, sexual orientations, and abilities. UNOPS seeks to sustain and strengthen this diversity to ensure equal opportunities as well as an inclusive working environment for its entire workforce. 
  • UNOPS evaluates all applications based on the skills, qualifications and experience requirements outlined in the vacancy announcement. We are committed to considering all candidates in a fair and transparent manner, and we value diverse perspectives and experiences, including those of women, indigenous and racialized communities, individuals with diverse gender identities and sexual orientations, and people with disabilities.
  • We would like to ensure all candidates perform at their best during the assessment process. If you are shortlisted and require additional assistance to complete any assessment, including reasonable accommodation, please inform our human resources team when you receive an invitation.
 
Terms and Conditions
 
  • For staff positions only, UNOPS reserves the right to appoint a candidate at a lower level than the advertised level of the post. 
  • For retainer contracts, you must complete a few mandatory courses (they take around 4 hours to complete) in your own time, before providing services to UNOPS. Refreshers or new mandatory courses may be required during your contract. Please note that you will not receive any compensation for taking courses and refreshers. For more information on a retainer contract here. 
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  • All UNOPS personnel are responsible for performing their duties in accordance with the UN Charter and UNOPS Policies and Instructions, as well as other relevant accountability frameworks. In addition, all personnel must demonstrate an understanding of the Sustainable Development Goals (SDGs) in a manner consistent with UN core values and the UN Common Agenda. 
  • It is the policy of UNOPS to conduct background checks on all potential personnel. Recruitment in UNOPS is contingent on the results of such checks.