Project Advisor

Job Description

Working efficiently, effectively and in a spirit of partnership, we support people and societies in developing, transition and industrialized countries in shaping their own futures and improving living conditions. This is what the Deutsche Gesellschaft für Internationale Zusammenarbeit (GIZ) is all about. As a federally owned enterprise, we support the German Government in achieving its objectives in the field of international cooperation for sustainable development. We are also engaged in international education work around the globe.

GIZ has been commissioned by the German Government to implement the programme “Facilitating Social Participation of Palestinian Refugees (FASPAR)”.

In order to support the Programme Team at Ramallah - Al Masyoun office, we are looking for a

Project Advisor (Full-time100%)


Responsibilities and tasks include but are not limited to:

-Advise independently the CBOs in Qalandia camp (and maybe others) with regard to the preparation and implementation of small projects according to GIZ project management regulations (capacity development incl. managing local subsidies);

-Support the cooperation with political partners, e.g. DORA, EOR, Popular Committees;
-Advise UNRWA ICIP with regard to their strategy development;
-Undertake field visits e.g. to the refugee camps, both independently and accompanied by the programme manager and/or project advisor;
-Contribute to monitoring and knowledge management of the programme;
-Assist the programmes ́ (online) data management for the West Bank and regional level;
-Organise and take part in meetings, workshops and trainings as required by the programme team;
-Perform tasks which demand the mastery of a specific subject area, acting on own initiative and responsibility, anticipating possible difficulties, and developing solutions;
-Manage daily office work;
-Maintain communications and good relations with colleagues and programme team and partners;
-Assist in any other related task.

Required qualifications:
-University degree BA in political science, peace and conflict studies, international relations or related fields.
-Work experience in this area.
-Arabic native speaker and fluent in English. German is a definite plus.
-Excellent computer and communication skills.
-Ability to work under stressful conditions, self-initiator, flexible and able to work with people of different backgrounds, service oriented, friendly personality, well organised and motivated.

Assignment: Starting as soon as possible. 12 months contract.
GIZ is an equal opportunity employer, and offers an attractive and challenging working environment with opportunities for skill enhancement.

We are looking forward to your application by email comprising your CV and cover letter until 5th of August 2015 to the following address:

[email protected]

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Job Requirements
Job Details
Job Title Project Advisor
Deadline 05 - Aug - 2015
Location Ramallah
Job Type Full time
Position Level Mid Career
Degree Bachelor's degree
Experience No Experience
Category Other
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