Livelihood Coordinator

Overview

Wefaq is an independent and non-profit Palestinian NGO with the purpose of protecting and empowering vulnerable women and children including those with disabilities survivors of GBV through women protection and empowerment, child and family protection program, and communication and advocacy program. While implementing its strategy to fulfil its vision, Wefaq is guided by international human rights principles including equity, equality, non-discrimination, empowerment and participation, accountability, and focus on vulnerable groups.

Wefaq is seeking a Livelihood Coordinator for the (ILEED) project, Wefaq society for Women and Child Care in partnership with Global Communities implementing USAID Improve Livelihoods and Enhance Economic Development (ILEED). This project will focus on promoting resilient livelihoods in Gaza Strip and give households the tools they need to cope with recurrent crises.  ILEED will engage both the demand and supply actors within the conflict affected market system. Programs and activities will support the production of and access to basic products and services that community entrepreneurs are already engaged in producing and providing, as well as encourage community entrepreneurs to fill critical service gaps with localized solutions. ILEED will also work to increasing access to resources and basic commodities to support community development and resilience.

WEFAQ is seeking highly skilled staff to be hired for the following position

Roles and Key Responsibilities 

The livelihood coordinator will support LIEED Project Manager with all aspects of the improved livelihoods component, management of all aspects of the project related to livelihoods improvement.

Ensure that all program activities are implemented in a timely manner and according to donor’s rules, regulations and implementation, and M&E plan.

Support the coordination, implementation, and monitoring of project activities at the field level, ensuring implementation schedules are met as per the detailed implementation plan (DIP), and that adherence for quality project implementation are strengthened.

Track and communicate any changes in the project implementation environment, challenges, and learning with the direct supervisor and the partner organization in a timely manner to consider any required changes to ensure the quality and timely implementation.

Support livelihoods programming through data collection, information management, communications support, and other relevant tasks.

Plan and conduct regular field visits to ensure proper implementation of the activities on the ground.

Keep tracking the financial expenses within the project budget.

Ensure accountability to project beneficiaries and local stakeholders

Maintain adequate administration and filing systems.

Plan and conduct regular field visits to ensure proper implementation of the activities on the ground.

Manage project participant’s database and document all activities of the program and maintain an efficient program filing system including all program related documents.

Support the dissemination of the WEFAQ Safeguarding Policy & Code of Conduct and Ethics to staff members, project beneficiaries, employers, service providers, and relevant community members, including mechanisms to safely make reports or provide feedback and ensure compliance with this policy and immediately notify supervisor of any concerns.

Perform any other tasks assigned by the Executive Director.

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Qualification and Experience

Bachelor’s degree in in development, Economics or related field.

Minimum 5 years of professional experience in the field of resilience, livelihoods improvement, job creation and development of vulnerable communities.

Knowledge of USAID donor regulations.

Proven ability to multi-task and meet deadlines.

Professional level in both Arabic and English language skills.

Excellent reporting and formal writing skills in both English and Arabic.

Advanced computer literacy.

Ability to work under pressure and within a team.

Note: 

This vacancy contingent upon startup of implementation

Wefaq Society encourages people with disabilities to apply for this job.

Wefaq Society encourages women to apply for this job.

Applications that do not meet the required conditions will be excluded.

A list of those who have the required qualifications will be called for interviews.

 Applications for the position begin from Tuesday, May 7, 2024, until the end of work on Tuesday, Jul 27, 2024, at 2:00 p.m.

To apply for the job: You must fill out the application through the link     forms.gle/1QDaPDvsEyo1cmiZ6

For inquiries, call the association’s mobile number / 0599155657