Programs Officer

The Palestine Information and Communications Technology incubator (PICTI) is an independent Palestinian Organization, based in Al-Bireh with a branch in Gaza. PICTI’s mission is the commercialization of ICT innovations by Palestinian Entrepreneurs. PICTI has as its mission the revitalization and the sustainable growth of the ICT sector in Palestine. For further information about PICTI, please visit www.picti.ps

PICTI is seeking energetic talent individuals to fill career oriented positions at it’sheadquarter in Ramallah as follows:

Duration: 12 months (extendable)

This position is suitable for a university graduate with academic knowledge, initiative, and drive to be a forceful champion in programs and projects management and coordination including event management, outreach programs, and related social networking and campaigns toward helping Palestinian ICT entrepreneurs in developing their products/services and create their own successful businesses. This position report directly to the Incubator Manager.

Responsibilities include but not limited to:
-Helping in the execution and following up on PICTI projects: liaising, awareness, PR, social networks, content development and coordination with other stakeholders.
-Outreach and Events: Assist in conducting outreach programs including workshops and training seminars and in cooperation with other partners and stakeholders.
-Reporting: minutes of meetings, summary, status, and progress reports.
-Conduct other duties; administrative or otherwise, which are related and important to the projects.

Specific Post Qualifications:
-Minimum of a bachelor’s degree in Business Administration, MIS, or any related field
-Demonstrated skills in project management with at least 4 years of relevant experience in projects and programs coordination and management including event management, outreach, and PR.
-High level of professionalism approach and a passion for personal achievement and assisting others.
-A team player with work experience in handling projects and solving problems.
-Very good in spoken and written English
-Strong analytical skills, with the ability to handle stress and meet business deadlines.
-Proficiency with MS Office including Power Point.


Please send your Curriculum Vita with a cover letter noting the position you’re applying for, including three references and a salary history for the previously held positions and e-mail to:

Incomplete applications will not be considered. The email subject line MUSTinclude exact position.
Deadlinefor submissions is August 16, 2012.
All applicants will be handled in strict confidence