Program Coordinator

Job Title: Program Coordinator - Migrant Workers Rights and Human Trafficking in Jordan

Job Type: Full Time (in-person _Ramallah)

Application Closes: December 31, 2022

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The Heinrich Böll Foundation (in German Heinrich-Böll-Stiftung) (hbs) is part of the Green political movement and seeks to encourage and facilitate cross-border initiatives and regional cooperation. Our activities are guided by the fundamental political values of universal human rights, ecology, democracy, solidarity, and nonviolence.

The Program Coordinator will manage the Jordan program on Migrant Workers Rights and Human Trafficking at hbs Ramallah office, and takes over many additional tasks related to the program work of the foundation in Palestine, Jordan, and Germany.
The position is based in the Ramallah office with intensive, regular travelling to Jordan/Amman.

The Program Coordinator, among other task, will:

• Manage and coordinate the Migrant Workers Rights and Human Trafficking Program, review proposals, prepare budgets and monitor expenditures;
• Plan and implement activities, organize conferences, workshops, seminars, or visiting programs, follow-up on activities, and work in close cooperation with partner organizations in Jordan;
• Review narrative and financial reports, oversee budget allocations, and monitor expenditures; check payment requests and cash transfer instructions;
• Prepare project reports in accordance with the German guidelines  and ensure the timely submission of reports by project partners as agreed;
• Develop monitoring & evaluation plans  for the  program,  including close monitoring of partners’ activities;
• Conduct administrative and organizational tasks related to the program;
• Maintain contacts and relations with partner organizations in Jordan; establish contacts with potential new partners; support partners in project design, planning and development;
• Support and develop hbs’ network in Jordan including with local experts, international and German organizations, and political institutions;
• Provide information on relevant program areas, write up-to-date reports and analyses on political, social, and cultural developments in Jordan;
• Support the public relations of hbs Palestine and Jordan, including maintaining and updating the hbs’ website and producing materials and posts for hbs’ social media platforms in relation to the program;
• Support in the preparation and implementation of  visiting programs for international delegations and visiting groups to Jordan;
• Represent hbs - Palestine and Jordan at meetings, events and delegations in Jordan in coordination with the Office Director.

What we expect:

• Master’s Degree in Human Rights, International Law, Political Science, Middle Eastern Studies, Sociology, International Relations or other relevant specialties;
• A minimum of 5 years working experience in project management or relevant fields (planning, monitoring, and evaluation), preferable with international organizations;
• Willingness to travel to Jordan on a regular basis;
• An identification with the vision and values of hbs;
• Good knowledge in gender democracy, policies and approaches;
• A high level of expertise in the political, social, and economic situation and current developments in Jordan;
• A high level of knowledge of international discourses, debates, and cooperation relationships related to Jordan;
• Experience in writing analyses and briefings on political, social and economic issues, and with media and social media coverage;
• Dynamic personality and strong communications skills, highly organized, self-reflective, conflict sensitive, team player, and with a proactive approach to work;
• Fluency in spoken and written English, strong Arabic communication and reading skills, German is an asset;

What we offer:

• Work in a German political foundation with progressive values and a strong international network;
• Diversified and challenging work portfolio and opportunities for additional qualifications;
• Excellent work atmosphere in a small team;
• A competitive contract and salary;
• The position is limited to a maximum one year, subject to grant approval, with the possibility of extension. Expected period of the project 01.02.2023 - 31.12.2023.

Email a cover letter explaining in detail your motivation and qualifications for this position, a Curriculum Vita in English, and names and contact information for two references, at [email protected] Please use the following subject line: Application – [Your Name]. Applications received after Wednesday, 31 December 2022 or those that do not meet the qualifications above will not be considered. Only short listed candidates will be contacted for an interview.

 To learn more about hbs’ work on the topic, please visit here for English and Arabic.