Program Manager

Job Title: Program Manager - Jerusalem Area
Location: Jerusalem
Closing Date: July 5th, 2010
The Welfare Association (WA), is a private non-profit organization 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 Program Manager – Arab Fund. The Program Manager reports to the Area Manager, and serves on the WA senior management team.

POSITION MAIN DUTIES
1-Manage programs and projects of relevance ensuring adherence to the WA East Jerusalem strategic plan declared objectives, and compliance to WA and donors requirements.
2-Participate in preparing strategic and action plans at the relevant WA programmatic sector.
1-Initiate new approved projects.
2-Participate in developing the programs’ budgets and manage the activities within towards achieving the set budget.
3-Oversee and ensure adequate programs and projects implementation and ensure that all preventive and corrective actions are being made promptly.
4-Prepare and submit periodic reports on programs and projects.
5-Supervise and facilitate the implementation of needed logistics for visits, travel, etc... .
6-Participate in tender opening committee.
7-Maintain excellent relations with stakeholders internally and with partners.
8-Support the fundraising efforts.
9-Lead the establishment of all needed technical committees

ACADEMIC AND PROFESSIONAL QUALIFICATIONS AND EXPERIENCE:
1-A minimum of Masters Degree in any of the projects related to the strategic plan of Jerusalem
2-Minimum 8 years of relevant program experience.
3-Strong program management skills and experience including planning, budgeting, monitoring,
evaluation, and time management.
4-In-depth knowledge of the contextual environment of Jerusalem including the socioeconomic,
political and cultural aspects.
5-Excellent leadership skills i.e., team leader, team player, decision maker, and conflict manager.
6-Excellent communication with wide networks and strong relations with stakeholders.
7-Excellent reporting skills in both languages (Arabic and English).
8-Excellent computer skills (MS-Office, MS-Project, and Internet Applications)
9-Ability and willingness to travel as needed.
10-Residence of Jerusalem.

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], All applications should be received no later than July 5th, 2010. Applications received after end of business day on closing date will not be considered.
Welfare Association is an equal opportunity employer. Women are encouraged to apply.