Program Officer - HEA

World Vision is an international Christian humanitarian aid agency working with the most marginalized and poor communities of the world.

World Vision Jerusalem-West Bank-Gaza is seeking a:

The successful candidate will:
Prepare all project and program designs in coordination with relevant managers, and M&E staff
Ensure timely response to donor queries regarding project and program designs and reporting
Build the capacity of field staff in HEA preparedness and project design
Write concept papers and proposals for projects and programs, including but not limited to those
funding relief and recovery initiatives
Liaise with the donors regarding plans, reports, designs, concepts/proposals of projects/programs
Provide technical support to HEA projects and programs
Prepare HEA reports and updates
Contribute to HEA strategy, annual plan, and budgeting

Qualifications/Requirements:
-Bachelor degree in development, social sciences, or related field
-Excellent knowledge of the humanitarian and relief issues in the Palestinian territories, especially Gaza.
-Minimum of 3 years’ experience in designing development projects/programs and writing proposals (technial narrative and budget)
-Minimum of 3 years’ experience in an (I)NGO
-Excellent language skills in English and Arabic (spoken and written)
-Commitment to achieving quality results and service
-Ability to communicate information and ideas effectively
-Solid understanding of the humanitarian industry
-Commitment to learning for growth and development
-Demonstrated ability to build and maintain collaborative relationships
-Demonstrated effectiveness in influencing individuals and groups
-Ability to operate a 4x4 vehicle and travel throughout the West Bank and Jerusalem
-Willingness to travel to Gaza
Position is based in Jerusalem

Integrity and strong identification with World Vision’s Core Values
Please send CV and cover letter to HR & Administration Manager, by 20 May 2010.
Email: [email protected] (indicate PO - HEA in the subject line)
We thank all applicants for their interest, but regret that only short-listed candidates will be contacted. All applications will be treated in confidence. World Vision is committed to the protection of children and does not employ staff whose background is not suitable for working with children.
*HEA – Humanitarian and Emergency Affairs