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Teachers Union in Lebanon || Sit in in Beirut and a lock out of private schools all over Lebanon || Salary scales law

October 10, 2012

Organizing party: TeachersUunion in Lebanon
Title of the event: Sit in in Beirut and a lock out of private schools all over Lebanon


Venue: UNESCO square to the seraille
Date and time: 10-10-2012 – 11:00


Other Information: This sit in comes within the frame that the Lebanese Parliament did not endorsed the draft law regarding the new salary scales.
 

Imm Rabih from Ain Attah challenges poverty with traditional bread! || Newspapers (Arabic)

04-10-2012

Al Safir newspaper published an article touching on the abysmal economic conditions of many strata of the Lebanese society and which threaten their security and livelihoods.  The presently dire economic conditions have forced tens of families to look for sources of living.  The article highlighted the coping mechanisms of women working within their homes and who seek to secure additional income to alleviate the impact of poverty and ensure some financial stability to their families.  According to the newspaper, these women faced with several pressing financial demands such as the burden of tuition fees, double electricity bills, the costs of hospitalisation and phone bills as well as other basic necessities.  Traditional baking of wholewheat bread appears to be mostly popular amongst women in several towns and villages.  Women are increasingly relaying on a traditional skill inherited from their mothers and grandmothers thus contributing to the revival of part of the local heritage.
Imm Rabih from the remote village of Ayn Attah in Rashaya area is one of these women who is responsible for her household.  Poverty and need forced her to look for sources of income and secure the minimum needs of her family.   She reported that traditional bread making twice a week has allowed her to secure income and protect her family from abject need.
Source:  As Safir, 4 October 2012

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Submitted by weep on Thu, 10/04/2012 - 16:38
Thu, 10/04/2012 - 16:38
Job key data
Job title: Consultant for visioning exercise for the men's forum and steering committee in Jordan, oPt and North Iraq
Organisation: Oxfam - GB
Location: Beirut - Lebanon
Working area: Beirut - Lebanon
Deadline: October 10, 2012
Job specifications
Description:

Objective of the consultancy:

The overall objective of the consultancy is to explore the functions of the steering committees and the men's forum in the three countries being established by partners and lead a process of a visioning exercise that would inform the mission and the entity of the men's forum and steering committee in each country. This exercise will aim at sustaining the Steering Committees and the men's forum Structures beyond the programme cycle.

Please check the attached PDF document to review all the details about the vacancy.

Key responsabilites:

Tasks to be performed:

  • Review existing role of the men's forum and the steering committee in Lebanon and its scope of work.
  • Prepare the materials for the visioning exercise for the members of the men's forum and the steering committee in Jordan, oPt and North Iraq including a clear understanding on the approach of working with men and boys.
  • Conduct a two to three days visioning exercise in each of the targeted countries (Jordan, oPt and Iraq) including the development of the mandate of the men's forum, their role, Action plan, criteria for joining the men's forum, KPI,...
  • Conduct a one day visioning exercise with the steering committee members in each of the targeted countries (Jordan, oPt and Iraq) including the development of the mandate of the steering committee, their role, ...
  • Provide an output report to Oxfam GB including a clear mandate of the men's forum and the steering committees and clear recommendations.
Key competencies:

Qualifications and required skills:
Oxfam is looking for consultants with strong presentation, analytical and facilitation skills to conduct the visioning exercise with the members of the men's forum and the steering committee in each of the targeted countries (oPt, Jordan and North Iraq).  The consultants should have the following skills and competencies:

  • Demonstrable experience of facilitation skills.
  • Experience in conducting visioning exercise.
  • Strong background and expertise in Gender and Violence against Women issues.
  • Strong Analytical and writing skills.
  • Computer literate.
  • Committed to deadlines.
  • Ability to write concise, readable and analytical reports.
  • Experience working in the Middle East and knowledge of each targeted country context.
  • Excellent writing and verbal communication skills in Arabic.
Contract terms:

Remuneration:

The remuneration is commensurate with skills and competences of the selected applicant/s. Oxfam will pay a total fee of 9,500 USD  -11,000 USD for the overall assessment including all expenses (Travel, accommodation, transportation, consultancy fee, ...) based on satisfactory completion of the job.
 
Applications
Applicants with the experience and skills described above are invited to submit the below:

  1. CV including contactable three references.
  2. A cover letter of no more than 2 pages introducing the consultant experience and how the skills and competencies described above are met, with concrete examples. Please also use this cover letter to indicate consultants' availability at critical periods.
  3. An outline of no more than 2 pages of the proposed process and key considerations.
  4. A 1-page budget covering all major anticipated costs (Oxfam prefers to pay an agreed price for the totality of the work including the field trips to North Iraq)
  5. One example of a previous similar task.

Applicants not conforming to this model may be rejected. Applicants should be emailed to rabisaad@oxfam.org.uk by October 10, 2012.

Original Ad: Oxfam GB - Consultant for visioning exercise for the men's forum and steering committee in Jordan oPt and North Iraq.pdf

NCLW meeting to promote women’s role in Akkar and in Lebanon || Newspapers (Arabic)

04-10-2012

NCLW organized, in collaboration with the Ministry of Social Affairs and the UNFPA, a meeting at the Greek Orthodox School in Akkar to promote cultural, community and public awareness on women’s role.  The meeting was attended by representatives of political parties and groups as well as NGOs.
In his address to participants, the head of the social affairs department in Akkar, George Ayda noted that “all are aware that women in Lebanon are in a non-enviable position and all are calling for slogans to support women’s public role and their enjoyment of their rights yet, these slogans have yet to be implemented”.  Ayda added that it is specifically this situation that has prompted the National Commission for Lebanese Women (NCLW) to develop the National Strategy for Women.  The purpose of this meeting was therefore to operationalise the strategy.
Dalia al Lakkis, a consultant with the NCLW, then presented the elements and components of the National Strategy which is based on the Lebanese constitution and which recognizes equality amongst women and men in rights, responsibilities and basic freedom for all citizens.  She emphasized that the Constitution also reiterates the commitment of Lebanon vis-à-vis the United Nations conventions as well as the International Human Rights Charter adding that the Lebanese state has in fact committed itself to upholding all these international standards in all fields with no exception.
Source: Al Moustakbal, 4 October 2012

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“Opportunity” organizes in Baalbeq – Hermel an exhibition on employment opportunities for youth || Newspapers (Arabic)

04-10-2012

The NGO “Opportunity” organized in collaboration with the USAID an exhibition entitled “First Employment Opportunities” in Baalbek with the participation of 20 institutions from various sectors.  The latter showcased their employment opportunities available for youth and aimed at introducing young people to existing employment opportunities with companies and institutions in the area and facilitating linkages and communication with these as well as in order to familiarize young people with the requirements of the job market such as being able to go through successful interviews and understanding work organizations.
It is to be noted that “Opportunity” provides training to tens of young people in hairdressing and barbering, cooking, painting, phone repairs, ICT and social media as well as civic participation.
Source: Al Safir and Al Liwaa’, 4 October 2012

 

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Employment fair held in ULFTSA-Tripoli || Newspapers (Arabic)

04-10-2012

The Lebanese-French University of technology and Applied Sciences (http://www.ulf.edu.lb/) organized in collaboration with the Chamber of Commerce, Industry and Agriculture in Tripoli a conference entitled: “the job market in Lebanon and the north: challenges and solutions”.  The conference was held in parallel to an employment fair which was organized on the University campus in Deddeh-Al Koura.
In his opening address, the president of the University, Dr. Mohammad Salhab noted that there were “important strides made in education which is now based on bridging theoretical and practical learning”.  Salhab also noted that advances made in ICT have facilitated the students’ access to information but that the university is helping students in enabling them to access useful and valuable sources of information.  His address also focused on the importance of establishing strong relations between universities and the job market.
University professor Mokbel Malak gave an address on behalf of the “Al Azm wal Saadeh” association in which he spoke about the job market in the North.  He indicated that the total number of employed people in Lebanon is estimated at 534,410 people half of whom work in Beirut and its suburbs.  He also noted that 100,000 people work in agriculture and less than 100,000 in the industrial sector.
The General Secretary of the Union of Chambers of Commerce in Lebanon and the treasurer of the Chamber of Commerce and Industry and Agriculture in Tripoli Tawfic Dabbousi highlighted the developments within the job market in the North and the role that the Chamber is playing in creating new employment opportunities.  He also added that there is indeed a crisis in matching the needs of the local job market with existing university training.  He stressed the need for developing a joint strategy between academic institutions and the private sector.

Source: Al Dyar, 2 October 2012


 

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Submitted by weep on Wed, 10/03/2012 - 14:26
Wed, 10/03/2012 - 14:26
Job key data
Job title: Finance Manager
Organisation: Norwegian People's Aid - Lebanon
Location: Beirut - Lebanon
Working area: Beirut - Lebanon
Deadline: October 14, 2012
Job specifications
Description:

Norwegian People’s Aid is the labour movement’s humanitarian organisation for solidarity. Our goal is human worth and equal rights for all, irrespective of sex, disability, ethnicity, religion, age, sexual preference or social status.
The Norwegian People’s Aid vision is Solidarity in practice. The vision demands commitment and action to protect life and health, build democratic societies and strengthen people’s ability to master their own lives.

Key responsabilites:
  • Provide leadership, oversight and management of NPA's Finance/Accounting Department by supervising the accounting staff and ensuring the maintenance of a high performing and effective team
  • Ensure all financial transactions are allowable, reasonable and allocable, as well as within the established financial guidelines of NPA, donors and local regulations
  • Play a key role in the preparation of annual budgets and analysis in collaboration with key program staff
  • Oversee cash flow planning and ensure availability of funds as needed
  • Provide practical recommendations to the Country Director and Program Manager so as to improve internal control weaknesses and inefficiencies
  • Provide training and support to financial and program staff on financial systems and routines
  • Ensure relevant, timely and accurate financial reporting
  • Ensures that all bank accounts are accurately maintained and reconciled
  • Ensure that all assets are properly managed and safeguarded, with detailed records maintained
  • Coordinate external audits and participate in discussing audit findings with management
  • Perform other duties as assigned by his/her direct supervisor
Key competencies:

Education Requirements:

  • University degree in accounting, finance or business administration.

Skills/Qualities:

  • At least 5 years accounting experience preferably in a non-profit organization
  • Fluent in English and Arabic
  • Computer skills including MS Office and accounting software
  • Ability to work with multi-tasked teams and complex projects
  • Able to take initiative and work independently
  • Effective communication skills
Contract terms:

Interested Candidates are invited to send their:

  • CV
  • Cover Letter

No Longer than 14 October 2012 by Email to admin.lebanon@npaid.org
Short Listed Candidates will be contacted for interviews on 16 October 2012.
Kindly specify to which position you are applying
 

Submitted by weep on Wed, 10/03/2012 - 14:12
Wed, 10/03/2012 - 14:12
Job key data
Job title: Finance Officer
Organisation: Norwegian People's Aid - Lebanon
Location: Beirut - Lebanon
Working area: Beirut - Lebanon
Deadline: October 14, 2012
Job specifications
Description:

Norwegian People’s Aid is the labour movement’s humanitarian organisation for solidarity. Our goal is human worth and equal rights for all, irrespective of sex, disability, ethnicity, religion, age, sexual preference or social status.
The Norwegian People’s Aid vision is Solidarity in practice. The vision demands commitment and action to protect life and health, build democratic societies and strengthen people’s ability to master their own lives.

Key responsabilites:

Accounting and Management

  • Responsible for quality and timely day-to-day financial operations: paper accounting (vouchers, supporting documents), electronic data-entry, and monthly closing process
  • Ensure that adequate financial management routines and systems are in place, and that NPA's accounting practices and standards are adhered to, and in accordance with requirements from donors, auditors and authorities: especially purchasing, authentication, payment procedures
  • Conduct regular site visits to all project field locations and carry out audits where necessary
  • Manage and ensure timely payments: payroll for local staff, consultants, vendors, and partner organizations in accordance with NPA's financial procedures and contract policies
  • Perform monthly reconciliations of all balance accounts to ensure accuracy
  • Prepare cash flow forecasts for submission with the quarterly transfer requests to HO

 
Financial Reporting

  • Ensure relevant, timely and accurate financial reports
  • Manage the finance activities and schedules to meet the financial reporting deadlines
  • In coordination with the Country Director and Program Manager, communicate with partner organizations in order to establish best financial reporting practices
  • Support the external auditor to ensure timely audit report statements
  • Perform other duties as assigned by his/her direct supervisor
Key competencies:

Education Requirements:

  • University degree in accounting, finance or business administration.

Skills/Qualities:

 

  • At least 3 years accounting experience preferably in a non-profit organization
  • Fluent in English and Arabic
  • Computer skills including MS Office and accounting software
  • Ability to work with multi-tasked teams and complex projects
  • Able to take initiative and work independently
  • Effective communication skills
Contract terms:


Interested Candidates are invited to send their:

  • CV
  • Cover Letter

No Longer than 14 October 2012 by Email to admin.lebanon@npaid.org
Short Listed Candidates will be contacted for interviews on 16 October 2012.
Kindly specify to which position you are applying
 

Discussions on pension and social protection back in the frontline || Newspapers (Arabic)

03-10-2012

Minister of Labor Selim Jreissati convened a meeting yesterday October 2nd to review the road map for establishing the pension plan and social protection system.  The meeting was attended by representatives of the World Bank and the ILO as well as the Prime Minister’s advisor, Samir al Daher and the national advisor for policies at the ILO, Mr. Ziad Sayegh in addition to Kamal Hamdan, Joseph Khalifeh and other “experts”.
Jreissati urged participants to speed up the steps for endorsing the plan as well as put in place a coordination mechanism amongst all parties of the social contract namely employers and employees in addition to the National Social Security Fund and the parliamentarian health committee, with the aim of reaching an agreement on various contentious issues related to the financial architecture of this plan.  This will include discussing the level of contributions by employers and beneficiaries, the type of investments and insurances, hospital coverage as well as the transitory phase from the current system to a full-fledged pension plan.  The meeting also discussed the management of the plan and the ways in which transparency, integrity and quality can be insured.  Jreissati concluded the meeting by reiterating the importance of closely monitoring the work and progress of the follow-up committee which will emanate from this meeting.

Original text in Arabic: Assafir - Annahar

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