Head of Emergency Programmes

Position: Head of Emergency Programmes 

Type: Full-time, 35 hours per week 

Contract: 12 months, FTC 

Location: Gaza – This role is open to both local and international candidates. The person must be able to travel to and work in Gaza and/or Cairo.

Salary: Applicable to the county in which the candidate is employed. £57,816 or ILS202,020

Medical Aid for Palestinians (MAP) works for the health and dignity of Palestinians living under occupation and as refugees. MAP is the leading UK charity delivering health and medical care to those worst affected by conflict, occupation and displacement, in the Gaza Strip.  

MAP is currently experiencing a period of rapid growth, which is partly in response to the ongoing crisis in the occupied Palestinian territory.  

Medical Aid for Palestinians (MAP) is seeking a Head of Emergency Programme in Gaza to collaborate closely with the Gaza Director, Deputies, and team. This critical role involves leading the preparation and execution of MAP’s rapid operational and programmatic scale-up, focusing on humanitarian response in the Gaza Strip. The successful candidate will oversee the design and implementation of our humanitarian strategies, support ongoing and new programming, and ensure high-quality program delivery in line with global standards. 

Key responsibilities include managing the Medical, Public Health, and Nutrition Programme Leads, ensuring project plans adapt to changing contexts, and maintaining effective coordination with external actors and partners. The role demands strong leadership in crisis management, quality assurance, and external representation, alongside fostering a compassionate and supportive team environment. 

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The ideal candidate will have extensive experience managing such responses, demonstrating strong skills in staff management, communication, and project implementation. Fluency in both English and Arabic is essential for effective communication, with knowledge of the Middle East, particularly Palestine, being highly desirable. If you have a proven track record in managing humanitarian emergencies and possess the required skills and experience, we encourage you to apply for this critical role at MAP. 

Please download the job description for more details. 

Please note that the salary is offered based on experience and location and will be adjusted depending on the cost of labour for the country in which the candidate resides. Candidates must have the legal right to work in the country from which they are applying 

Please send your CV and a cover letter to the following email address: [email protected] . Your cover letter should explain how you meet the essential and desirable position requirements and why you feel you would be a suitable candidate for the role of Head of Emergency Programme.