Branch Manager

Job Summary:

The Gaza  Manager is responsible for overseeing all Anera operations in Gaza, ensuring the effective implementation of strategic plans, policies, and programs. This position requires strong leadership, management, and representation skills to coordinate with all stakeholders. The Gaza Branch Manager plays a key role in supporting Anera’s emergency response efforts, recovery initiatives, and long-term development programs in Gaza. Working closely with the Country Director, this role ensures that Anera’s objectives align with the evolving needs of the community and the organization's overall mission.

Key Responsibilities:

Strategic Leadership & Program Oversight:

• Lead and oversee all Anera activities in Gaza, ensuring that programs align with Anera’s strategic goals and operational policies.
• Work closely with the Country Director, Head of Recovery, Deputy Directors of Operations and Programs, and relevant Program Managers to develop and implement strategic plans, ensuring the effectiveness and sustainability of Anera’s interventions in Gaza.
• Provide leadership and direction to Gaza-based staff, fostering a culture of collaboration, accountability, and continuous improvement.
• Monitor and evaluate program progress, ensuring timely implementation, impact assessment, and quality assurance.
• Provide oversight to Anera’s Gaza-based emergency response and recovery efforts, ensuring swift and effective interventions that address urgent humanitarian needs while promoting long-term rehabilitation and resilience.

Operational & Administrative Management:

• Ensure the smooth and efficient operation of the Gaza office, managing human resources, logistics, finance, and security in compliance with Anera’s policies and procedures.
• Develop and maintain work systems, procedures, and policies that enable and encourage the optimum performance of staff and external resources.
• Oversee office budget and financial management, ensuring cost-effectiveness, transparency, and compliance with donor regulations.
• Manage risk and security protocols, ensuring staff safety and adherence to best practices for operating in a complex environment.

Representation & Stakeholder Engagement:

• Represent Anera in all formal engagements with relevant authorities, institutions, donors, and partners in Gaza.
• Establish and maintain strong relationships with key stakeholders, including government agencies, UN bodies, NGOs, and community leaders.
• Engage in ongoing dialogue with representatives and members of local institutions to ensure alignment with community needs and priorities.
• Advocate for Anera’s mission and programs, enhancing visibility and fostering partnerships that support Anera’s work in Gaza.

Project Development & Implementation:

• Assist in the development of project proposals and budgets, ensuring alignment with donor priorities and community needs.
• Review designs, tender documents, and participate in bid openings, evaluations, and awarding committees.
• Conduct regular field visits with relevant staff and consultants to monitor project progress, assess impact, and identify areas for improvement.
• Ensure compliance with donor requirements, organizational policies, and sectoral best practices in program implementation.

Human Resource Management & Capacity Building:

• Supervise and support Anera Gaza staff, ensuring effective performance management, professional development, and team cohesion.
• Provide guidance, mentorship, and capacity-building opportunities to enhance staff skills and expertise.
• Foster an inclusive and supportive work environment that values diversity, equity, and professional growth.

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Qualifications & Experience:

• Education: Bachelor’s degree in Business, Management, Economics, Urban Planning, or a related field. A Master’s degree is preferred.
• Experience: At least fifteen years of experience in leadership roles, program management, and humanitarian/development work in Gaza.
• Sector Knowledge: Prior experience in the NGO sector, donor relations, Grants’ management , compliance and reporting.
• Leadership & Communication: Strong leadership, analytical, and problem-solving skills, with the ability to work effectively in a complex environment.
• Language Skills: Fluency in both English and Arabic (spoken and written) is required.
• Technical & Management Skills: Experience in financial management, project design, and implementation, as well as report writing and strategic planning.
• Mobility: Ability work in Gaza and to travel within the Gaza Strip to oversee program implementation; a valid driver’s license is required.
• Resilience & Adaptability: Proven ability to work under pressure, manage multiple priorities, and navigate a rapidly changing operational landscape.

The Gaza Branch Manager plays a critical role in ensuring Anera’s continued impact in Gaza, leading both emergency and recovery efforts while strengthening long-term development initiatives. This position requires a dynamic, strategic thinker with a strong commitment to humanitarian principles and sustainable development in Gaza.

Why Join ANERA?

• Play a pivotal role in one of the most critical recovery efforts in the region.
• Work with a committed, passionate team dedicated to making a lasting impact.
• Contribute to innovative, community-driven solutions that empower Palestinian communities.

Interested candidates are requested to send their CVs and cover letters by email to [email protected]. Applications must be received no later than Friday, February 21, 2025. Please include “Gaza Branch Manager” in the subject line of your email.

Only short-listed candidates will be contacted. Anera is an equal-opportunity employer.