Project Director-Gaza

JOB TITLE: Project Director
LOCATION: Gaza, with frequent travel to the West Bank DURATION:   Expected duration of project is 2 Years.

SUMMARY: Relief International (RI) is currently recruiting Project Director candidates for an anticipated multi-year, USAID-funded Palestinian Community Assistant Program in the Gaza Strip. The program will aim at supporting economic recovery and development in Gaza through the creation of income generation and business development opportunities. The Project Director is responsible for overall program management and will be expected to interact regularly with program staff, USA1D Mission staff, civil society organizations, and all program stakeholders.

ESSENTIAL DUTIES AND RESPONSIBILITIES:
-Strategic direction and overall supervision and successful implementation of the program.
-Overall development and oversight of program work plans (interim and annual) and budgets based on expected program outputs and results.
-Liaise and consult with USAID, acting as the main representative and principal interlocutor.
-Manage partnerships with local and civil society organizations and partners
-Ensure sound administrative practices with regards to record keeping, compliance with USAID regulations, communications, etc.
-Fulfill all USAID reporting requirements.
-Ensure regular communication between West Bank/Gaza Office (Field Office) and HQ; this will include submitting required program reports in an agreed upon format.
-Travel frequently between the West Bank/Gaza

QUALIFICATIONS:
-University   degree in Business Administration,community   development,   agriculture, management, or any related field. Master's degree is an asset.
-Minimum of 10 years work experience in managing projects and 5 of which are for either infrastructure/agriculture and/or income generation projects.
-(references for the last three years of work experience are required and will be verified).
-An ability to work constructively with a diverse range of actors and to accommodate divergent interests
-Previous resident work experience in the Middle East is required. Experience living and working in the Gaza Strip is a big asset.
-English proficiency is required. Knowledge of Arabic language is desired.

To Apply:
Submit a TWO-PAGE resume, cover letter, salary history, 3 professional references (e-mail address and phone number), and a date of availability to [email protected] by 6 April 2011. Incomplete applications will not be considered.
The email subject line MUST include the following: Project Director-Gaza