Executive Managers

The Palestinian Network for Small and Microfinance ( Sharakeh) is a non for profit Palestinian
Organization representative of Microfinance institutions (MFIs) in Palestine, Sharakeh seeks a qualified candidate for its current available position (Executive Managers) details and qualifications of the position as follows:

Purpose of the Job:
-Supervise and control the implementation of the Network’s polices and procedures according
to the Board of Directors’ advice;
-Set plans and programmes to achieve the Network’s goals and make sure that they are understood and appropriately implemented by all subordinates and employees with full cooperation.

Detailed Duties and Responsibilities:
The Executive Manager (EM) is the chief executive officer of the Network, responsible to the Board
of Directors for the efficient management of the Network and the attainment of its objectives. The EM
shall represent the Network generally in its relations with donors, members and beneficiaries (Small and Micro Finance institutions), agencies and departments of the government, and others having business with the Network within his/her delegated authorities. The EM shall have general charge of the business of the Network and shall keep the Board of Directors fully informed concerning the business of the Network. The EM oversees all daily operations of the Network and directly supervises all departments’ heads and employees.

Job Specifications / Required Skills
Education and Training:
Master degree in a relevant field of study is preferable.

Experience, certifications, and memberships
-At least 5-8 years in project management and finance.
-Knowledge of the Palestinian Authority.
-Active in Palestinian & international professional associations.
-Experience of the microfinance sector is a plus.

Skills, Interpersonal skills, and Languages:
-Very good lingual and written communication skills.
-Very good computer skills; mainly in Microsoft Office package.
-Excellent leadership and communication skills.
-Ability of proposal writing
-Research, writing and analytical skills;
-Fluency in Arabic and English;

Interested candidates could submit their CVs no later than Thursday 9 February 2012 by
email: [email protected] or by fax: 02-2404290