Director of Resource Development, Communications, and Media

Job Title: Director of Resource Development, Communications, and Media
Location: Ramallah
Contract: Long Term
Closing Date: August 6, 2009
The Welfare Association, a leading agency supporting Palestinian development and relief efforts, is seeking a dynamic leader and team builder with excellent conceptual, analytical and coordination skills for the position of Director of Resource Development, Communications, and Media (RDCM). The RDCM Director reports to the Director General, and serves on the WA senior management team.
POSITION MAIN DUTIES
1. Developing, updating, and implementing adequate Fundraising Strategies
2. Ensuring the quality and timeliness of the Reporting System
3. Developing the variety, quality, and responsiveness of Program Development
4. Supporting Image-Raising, Public Awareness, External Communication, Visibility, and Marketing of WA and its programs among potential funders and other relevant stakeholders
5. Ensuring optimum RDCM internal efficiency and responsiveness to and integration with other WA departments and governing bodies For a detailed job description, kindly refer to WA’s website: www.welfareassociation.org
ACADEMIC AND PROFESSIONAL QUALIFICATIONS AND EXPERIENCE:
1. Higher education (minimum of a Masters degree) in relevant field, or an equivalent combination of education and experience.
2. Extensive (minimum of 10 years) experience in development, resource development and fundraising, and management with at least 5 years of experience with dealing with international donor agencies.
3. Demonstrated ability to work with coalitions, as well as outstanding diplomatic, communications (presentation and reporting skills), conflict resolution, and interpersonal (especially team building) skills.
4. Excellent understanding and knowledge of humanitarian and development assistance as well as of the Palestinian context.
5. Excellent computer skills (MS-Office, MS-Project, and Internet Applications).
6. Excellent communication skills (written and spoken) in English and Arabic.
7. Ability and willingness to travel within WA’s scope of operations and abroad.
For more information, or to apply for this position:
Applicants should send their CV, bio data and a cover letter that includes justification of interest in this post to the following email address: [email protected]
Welfare Association is an equal opportunity employer. Women are encouraged to apply.