Projects Officer

THE BRITISH CONSULATE GENERAL IN JERUSALEM IS LOOKING FOR A

To lead in identifying, implementing and evaluating projects funded by the British Consulate
General in Jerusalem.

Key Responsibilities:
-Leads in developing strategic objectives for the Consulate’s project work in line with overarching UK objectives.
-Leads on the identification, specification and implementation of short and long-term projects and programmes in line with the FCO guidelines
-Prepares and presents project documents.
-Oversees implementation of the project. Analyses and monitor projects activities and outputs based on agreed targets and objectives.
-Evaluates fully implemented project activities.
-Identifies opportunities to highlight the positive impact that project work has in Palestine.
-Plans and manages all aspects of project finances including budget management financial risk management
-Develops productive working relationships and network with possible projects partners including Ministries, civil society institutions, NGOs, INGOs, and diplomatic missions.

We are looking for someone who:
-Has excellent written and spoken Arabic and English
-Can demonstrate good knowledge of project and programme management
-Enjoys working proactively and taking on responsibility

Excellent salary package and development opportunities are available.
Further information can be found on our website [email protected]
Please submit a CV and covering letter explaining why you are the right candidate for the job.

Please also answer the following question:
“You are able to fund two projects in Palestine: one for US$5000 and one US$100 000. In no more than 500 words in total explain what you would spend the money on and why ( You may choose a project in any field. The objectives should be yours – not the UK government’s). How would you ensure that the projects achieved the objectives you wanted?”

All applications should be sent to the attention of Tony Azar [email protected] by 30 June, 2011. Only short listed candidates will be contacted.

The British Consulate-General is committed to a policy of equal employment opportunities.