Food Security Head of Project

Job Description

Action Against Hunger (AAH) is a humanitarian, non-governmental, non-political, non-denominational and non-profit making organization working in the Palestinian Territory since 2002.

Action Against Hunger is recruiting for its office in Gaza a

Food Security Head of Project (HoP)

For 12 months pending donor approval

GENERAL OBJECTIVES:

The Food Security Head of Project will be responsible for the implementation of food assistance interventions in the Gaza Strip. She/He will ensure the timely implementation, monitoring and closing of the project. He/She will manage a field team to achieve the agreed upon objectives and activities in a qualitative and accountable manner. He/She will ensure that all the necessary project documentation are in place and accessible for effective and efficient planning as well as for compliance purposes. As a member of the FSL Department, the Head of Project will support the FSL PM in identifying new opportunities, build relations with peer agencies in the Gaza Strip and represent Action Against Hunger in relevant coordination fora.

KEY ACTIVITIES

Objective 1: Project Management

Responsible for the timely implementation of the planned activities as identified in the proposal(s) and the project work plan.
Prepare all the project(s) documentation (workplan, SOPs, budget forecasting and participate to the preparation of the MEAL plan).
Collaborate with MEAL for the design of data collection exercises, such as technical and need assessments, baselines and endlines.
Responsible for coordinating the beneficiary selection process according to the selection criteria identified.
Responsible to ensure smooth conduction of field activities, coordinating field visits and communicate movement plans accordingly.
Responsible to propose solutions and anticipate risks to ensure timely implementation while adapting to the changing context and possible obstacles in the implementation.
Responsible to ensure that adequate data management in his/her team and in collaboration with the MEAL department mainly for beneficiary data
Ensure adequate monitoring and evaluation process is put in place for project(s)’ activities in collaboration with the MEAL department according to objectives and indicators.
Ensure project(s) learnings are capitalized and systematized through learning tools and feed in the strategy of the department.
Ensure and follow up project archiving and documentation in coordination with the related technical staff according to AAH archiving process and the donor requirements.
Participate to external meetings and coordinate with external actors (e.g. to cross check beneficiary lists) as necessary for the project and in collaboration with the FSL PM.
Ensure integration of gender and protection dimensions within daily work and project implementation
Contribute to communication and advocacy materials as required by the advocacy & communication department.
Participate to FSL strategy development activities and any other tasks as instructed by the Program Manager.

Objective 2: Team Management

Ensure good communication with team members and coach team staff for positive growth and development.
Support the professional development of the team, ensuring that each of his/her team member follows tasks.
Identify training needs of team staff and coordinate with HR department to undertake the relevant training and monitor progress.
Participate in the recruitment process for positions related to the projects that are directly managed by the Head of Project.
Evaluate project’s team members twice a year, and upon completion of a staff members probation period and ensure sufficient induction and integration into the team.
Development of a defined work plan for each project team member, to be provided on a monthly basis to Food Security and Livelihoods Program Manager.
Validate each Project team members’ leave plan request, considering the project time plan and Action Against Hunger internal regulations
Conduct a project orientation for new staff to understand the nature of the projects.

Objective 3: Reporting

Prepare intermediate and final report for the project as per donor’s requirements.
Produce internal report on implementation and progress as required
Technical review of baseline/endline reports, studies and assessment reports.
Any other tasks as instructed by the Programme Manager.

Job Requirements

Bachelor’s degree in business administration, engineering, economics, project management, agricultural science, social sciences, or international relations.
Master's degree in project management, or a related field, is a plus
Strong Knowledge of Project Cycle Management. Technical background in Economic Recovery, Food Security and Livelihoods, Agriculture. Reporting & Writing Skills.
At least 5 years’ experience in humanitarian or recovery programming in NGO or UN agency. Previous experience in implementing Economic Recovery or Food Security and Livelihoods projects.
Previous experience in designing and implementing activities related to food assistance.
Previous experience in farmers’ support and/or micro-business and/or agriculture infrastructure is an advantage.
Previous experience in managing a team.
Previous experience in budget management.
Strong understanding of humanitarian principles and standards.
Strong understanding of the humanitarian sector (Cluster, actors etc.).
Fluency in reading, writing and speaking Arabic and English.
MS Word, Excel, PowerPoint, and email/internet software.
Valuable prior experience in issues related to the promotion of gender equality or personal commitment to gender equality.

Job Details

Job Title Food Security Head of Project

Deadline 30 - Sep - 2024

Location Gaza Strip

Job Type Full time

Position Level Management

Salary ILS 100,131 gross/ year divide

Degree Bachelor's degree

Experience 5 Years

Category Social Science

Application Instructions

Action Against Hunger is an equal opportunities employer. Women are encouraged to apply for this position.

Action Against Hunger has a commitment to protect all persons we come into contact with through our work, including children and At-Risk adults. Action Against Hunger has ZERO TOLERANCE towards all forms of harm and abuse, including sexual abuse and sexual exploitation. We take concerns and complaints relating to Safeguarding issues involving our Staff, Associated Personnel, Partners and Suppliers very seriously and will take action to vigorously investigate and manage any violations or alleged violations of our policies.

Only applications received through our online service will be considered.

Note. - Given the urgency of this position, the vacancy may close before the deadline. For more information about this position, visit our website www.accioncontraelhambre.org. In case you do not find the job advertisement published here, it means that the selection process has been close

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