International Assistance Officer

2021-RMLAH-LE-01
International Assistance Officer

The Representative Office of Canada to the Palestinian Authority is pleased to announce a job opportunity for an International Assistance Officer with an attractive compensation and benefits package. The competition is open to all persons who have the right to work legally in the West Bank and Israel, or right to work legally in the West Bank and travel to Israel. The Canadian Government is an equal opportunities employer and welcomes applications from diverse sections of the community.  Candidates will be considered on merit regardless of ethnic origin, religious belief, gender, age, sexual orientation, disability or any other irrelevant factor.

Job Responsibilities: The successful candidate will report to a Program Manager, Deputy Program Manager or a Program Officer. Responsibilities for this position may include but are not limited to:

• Contributes to the delivery of international assistance program and/or project initiatives in the West Bank and Gaza according to Canada’s international development objectives abroad and specific strategies for the region. 
• Provides advice and recommendations on the planning and delivery of project/program/thematic initiatives; drafts briefings, project approval documents, presentations, and other materials for supervisor; conducts research and analysis of trends and developments related to international assistance program/project/thematic initiatives.
• Establishes and maintains a network of contacts with the local government, local, international and multilateral institutions, the civil society, NGOs and the private sector. 
• Assists in developing and implementing the communication strategy for the international assistance program, undertakes consultative activities with in-country/region partners to achieve intended results, and promotes Canada’s international assistance objectives by contributing to international development related discussions in relevant fora.
• Participates on committees and working groups related to international assistance thematic/projects/programs and performs other duties as required, for example; support official and/or high-level visits.