Head of Social Services Department

Halhul Municipality in partnership with QADER for Community Development is implementing a project titled "Addressing the social needs of persons with disabilities through the Local Authority (HEB CR 036 09)"funded by the Italian Government (Palestinian Municipalities Support Programme) through the Ministry of Local Government / Directorate General of Joint Service Councils.
 

In the framework of the project, Halhul Municipality has established "Social Services department" as an internal and integral department within its organizational structure, to assume its functional responsibility in the social sector, and address the needs of persons with disabilities in Halhul city. Halhul Municipality seeks a qualified and motivated person to fulfill following position:
 

Key Tasks & Responsibilities

-Develop and implement plans responsive to the municipality's policies and strategy in the social sector.
-Manage staff of the social services department, and contribute to developing their capacities and team spirit.
-Manage   the   social    services   provided    by   the   municipality,    and    pursue developing and maintaining their quality and sustainability.
-Liaise with all relevant institutions with respect to planning and coordination for services and programs available to PwD.
-Upscale the profile of Halhoul Municipality in the social sector.
-Prepare reports on the Social Services Department, as required.

Qualifications
-At least Bachelor degree in management or social sciences
-Minimum 5 years of Proven experience, with strong connection to social work,
-Relevant experience of administrative and technical supervision.
-Strong Leadership and team building skills.
-Strong oral and written communication skills, both in Arabic and English.
-Proficiency in MS Office applications.

Interested candidates should submit by hand the following documents to Halhoul Municipality:

1-Filled and duly signed Application Form 2) Updated CV, 3) Letter of interest.
2-Copies of academic certificates and previous work experience

PS:(Candidates should be less than 45 years).

Deadline for submitting applications: Monday 30/5/2011, 12:00 PM.