Project Area Officer _Gaza

Founded in 1993, Médecins du Monde Switzerland is a medical association of international solidarity that is part of the Médecins du Monde network. We provide sustainable access to health care for people in vulnerable situations in Switzerland and around the world.

WE PROVIDE CARE

For nearly 30 years, we have been working to ensure that the right to health is effective for all, without financial, social, cultural, or geographical barriers. We collaborate with civil society organizations and local authorities to implement projects in Switzerland and around the world.

WE BEAR WITNESS

We call up on and accompany regional, national, and international authorities to facilitate access to healthcare and promote respect for human rights. We advocate with decision makers to change things in a sustainable way.

MdM Switzerland, has been working in the occupied Palestinian territory (oPt) since 1994 in the sector of Mental Health and Psychosocial Support (MHPSS), implementing emergency and development interventions, focusing on victim of occupation-related violence, children and detention, suicide prevention and management, strengthen of access to mental health cares at national and community level, and advocacy initiative.

YOUR MISSION

Under the supervision of Gaza Field Coordinator in coordination with Program Coordinator to coordinate and manage the active projects implemented in Gaza to achieve the established objectives on time and within budget.

Specific objectives:

• Coordinating project schedules, resources, equipment and information in the mission.
• Ensure that beneficiaries needs are met as the projects evolve.
• Ensure the proper use of MDM resources in Palestine.
• Ensure the respect of MDM procedures in Palestine.

The Project Area Officer controls the staff under his/her direct supervision according to the organigram, and participates in the project meetings according to the indications established by the Program Coordinator. 

YOUR ACTIVITIES

• To participate in drawing the MdM-CH’s strategy and new interventions.
• To work with the Program Team in formulating new projects proposals and concept notes.
• To develop the annual work plan & supervise the implementation of the activities.
• To assist in directing and coordinating activities of project personnel to ensure project progress is on schedule and within prescribed budget.
• To ensure the implementation of activities are carried out in accordance with the project constrains.
• To coordinate and cooperate with the MEAL personnel, to ensure that the goals of projects are achieved according to parameters, and to ensure high satisfaction of the beneficiaries
• To develop and conduct performance appraisals of staff under his/her supervision.
• To cooperate with the procurement and finance departments to secure documents and transactions related to procurement and finance
• Prepare the projects reports and submit them to the Gaza Field Coordinator
• Represent MdM-CH with partners and local authorities

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YOUR PROFIL

Academic and Working Experience:

• A degree in Business Administration, or relevant fields.

• 3+ years of experience covering similar positions.

• Experience with MdM is a plus.
• Having excellent command of English.
• Hard-working, willing to learn new things, and having can-do-attitude.
• Detail-oriented, and well-organized.
• Honest, enthusiastic, and self-motivated.
• Pro-active and creative.

Other Requirements/Skills            

• Ability to work under pressure in an unstable and changing environment.
• Good Knowledge and Understanding about Project Management Cycle
• Previous experience in Project Management Cycle
• Previous experience in Management of Projects related to Health and Mental Health
• Previous experience working with INGO is a plus
• English proficiency
• Good knowledge of Microsoft office.
• Good skills in writing and designing proposals.
• Driver license is an asset.
• Leadership, diplomatic and analytical skills.
• Ability to work in team.
• Reactivity, anticipation, adaptability, capacity to take initiatives.
• Autonomy to work independently and without constant supervision.
• Ability to manage priorities effectively.
• Good skills in organization, coordination and transfer of knowledge.
• Ability to work with different groups of beneficiaries (female, male, children, adolescents, adults and elderly).

• To behave with self-restraint at all times and respect the dignity of the beneficiaries.
• Ability to give and accept feedback.

• Good communication skills.
• Ability to live and work in a difficult security context and willingness to accept security protocols.
• Confidentiality: observe absolute discretion on the documents, interviews, discussions and/or other info related to the intervention of MdM Switzerland in the country.
• Creativity.

CONDITIONS

The position is based in Gaza,

Contract type: fixed term contract

Contract Duration: 8 months renewable, with 3 months’ probation period

Working Hours: Standard office working hours from Sunday to Thursday.

DEADLINE FOR APPLICATION 05./04./2024

HOW TO APPLY

Interested applicants should send a detailed CV and motivational letter in English to: [email protected]  titled “Gaza Project area officer”.

The applications received after the deadline or without all the required documents, will not be considered.