Director, Communication and External Relations Department

The Palestine Monetary Authority is an autonomous organization with an important role in the development of the

Palestinian economy through its work in economic analysis, in supervision of banking institutions, and in keeping the banking system sound and effective. It invites qualified candidates to submit their resumes for the following position:

Position Title: Director, Communication and External Relations Department

Main Duties and Responsibilities
-Develop and update communications, public relations and publications strategies to ensure efficient achievement of the Department and PMA goals.
-Supervise the preparation and dissemination of any PMA statements and releases to the media and to the public and assure the accuracy of their content and language.
-Plan media campaigns and follow up its designation, implementation, and management.
-Oversee the process of monitoring audio, visual and written media and electronic publishing and keep the upper management, departments directors’ and staff informed of banking and economic news.
-Supervise preparation and implementation of PMA’s annual publications program and assure all material so disseminated conform to the PMA’s information and communication policy.
-Continuously oversee and follow up the development and update of the PMA webpage and social media vehicles.
-Consistently, maintain good work relations with supervisors of media bodies and units, and keep dynamic relations with international media, financial and banking organizations.

Functional Requirements
Academic Requirements
MA or BA in Media, Public or International Relations, Business Administration or equivalent from an accredited university.

Practical Experience
At least twelve years practical experience in public and international relations, and media with emphasis on financial and economic issues, a part of which in a supervisory role. International experience is a distinct advantage.

Language Skills
The ability to communicate verbally and in writing in Arabic and English fluently, and understand and
formulate articles and media releases and technical and professional papers and present them in a clear and concise manner in these languages. Knowledge of another European language is a distinct advantage.

Computer Skills
Good knowledge of PC software packages including those related to publishing.

Interested applicants can send their resume and one page cover letter by Oct. 27th , 2011 to:
Palestine Monetary Authority
E-mail: [email protected]
Please write down the position title in the subject area of the email.
Note: Applications are only accepted via email

The PMA is an Equal Opportunity Employer