Entrepreneurship development project coordinator

Caritas Jerusalem (CJ) is a humanitarian and development organization that represents the socio-pastoral services of the Catholic Church in the Holy Land. It was founded in 1967 in the aftermath of the Six-Day War. Caritas Jerusalem is a member of Caritas Internationals, a confederation of 165 Caritas organizations operating in more than 200 countries. For further information about Caritas Jerusalem, please visit: www.caritasjr.org

Caritas Jerusalem is seeking a highly qualified candidate for the following position:

Position Title: Entrepreneurship development project coordinator
Contract Period: 10 months, with the possibility of extension(s).
Location: Ramallah
Starting date: ASAP

Project abstract

 The general objective of the Mousharka project is to develop a virtual platform to support young people in the Middle East who wish to start their own businesses. Working in a network with partners from the MENA region. Specifically, the platform will offer a variety of resources, including:

• Entrepreneurship guides for each country (information on registration procedures, financing possibilities, market specificities).
• Online courses to discover entrepreneurship and acquire necessary skills (planning, marketing, management).
• Courses focused on the concept of social entrepreneurship and the specific needs of women.
• Online coaching sessions to support beginners and more established entrepreneurs to develop innovative and sustainable businesses.
• Webinars on more specific topics.
• Virtual space for exchange and networking at the regional level.
• Online content on technical and vocational education resources, such as multimedia, virtual assistance, vocational courses, etc.

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The project coordinator will be responsible for the following:

• Managing and using the module platform and assisting beneficiaries with technical problems
• Participate in designing detailed educational curriculum, including dates, topics, and number of hours required per course;
• Participate in developing training course content (videos, quizzes, and activities)
• Follow up with trainees and instructors after each course and collect feedback
• Assist in organizing online coaching sessions and webinar planning
• Keep track of project indicators and monitor the platform usage
• Manage professional relationships with stakeholders including the beneficiaries, partners, donors’ agencies, and ensure successful business communication
• Participate in developing all documents related to business development;
• Support in conducting assessment and impact evaluation for the projects performed;
• Support in developing feasibility studies and business plans for the entrepreneurs and SMEs;
• Prepare activity reports regularly;
• Participate in drafting documents such as raising awareness materials, official communications letters, Term of References, project proposals, RFP’s, tenders, budgets, cash flows, and schedules;
• Ensure timely data collection and filing of necessary documents related to M&E plan;
• Perform other duties as may be requested by the Head of the development department.

Job Recruitments:

• Bachelor’s degree in Business Administration, Economics, or any other related fields.
• Hands-on experience with Learning Management Software (LMS)
• Knowledge about community development, gender mainstreaming, with an emphasis on women economic empowerment would be added assets;
• At least 2 years experience in developing startup businesses and TVET sectors with women/youth entrepreneurs.
• Working knowledge of project planning, monitoring, and reviews, budget planning, and management.
• Demonstrated experience in providing coaching and training would be an asset.
• Proficient computer skills: Microsoft Office software, email, internet, spreadsheets, and online communication tools.
• High-level communication both written and oral, social and networking skills;
• Ability to work and travel in different Caritas Jerusalem offices located in the West Bank, and Gaza strip.
• Ability to handle multiple assignments and meet deadlines. 
• Excellent Arabic and English skills in speaking, reading, and writing.
• Commitment to CJ Code of Conduct and Safeguarding ethics and policies.
• Adhere to Caritas Jerusalem’s mission and core values.
• Eager to learn and adapt.
• Proactive and innovative.
• Highly detail-oriented and organized in work.
• Candidates must have a valid driving license.

Please note that candidates who meet the above-mentioned requirements will be short-listed and invited to a job interview.

How to Apply:

Interested candidates with relevant education and experience are requested to send their cover letter and CVs by email to [email protected] cc. [email protected] or apply throughout our website https://caritasjr.org/vacancies.