Program Area Officer_WB

Founded in 1993, Médecins du Monde Switzerland is a medical association of international solidarity that is part of the Médecins du Monde network. We provide sustainable access to health care for people in vulnerable situations in Switzerland and around the world.

WE PROVIDE CARE

For nearly 30 years, we have been working to ensure that the right to health is effective for all, without financial, social, cultural, or geographical barriers. We collaborate with civil society organizations and local authorities to implement projects in Switzerland and around the world.

WE BEAR WITNESS

We call up on and accompany regional, national, and international authorities to facilitate access to healthcare and promote respect for human rights. We advocate with decision makers to change things in a sustainable way.

MdM Switzerland, has been working in the occupied Palestinian territory (oPt) since 1994 in the sector of Mental Health and Psychosocial Support (MHPSS), implementing emergency and development interventions, focusing on victim of occupation-related violence, children and detention, suicide prevention and management, strengthen of access to mental health cares at national and community level, and advocacy initiative.

YOUR MISSION

Under the direct supervision of the Program Coordinator and in close coordination with the Gaza Field Coordinator, as well as with the Mental Health Advisor and/or the Communicable Disease Specialist, the Program Area Officer will organise, implement and monitor the activities of the programme that MdM is implementing in Gaza Strip.

• S/he will ensure compliance with planning, the logical framework and guidelines (donors, MdM).
• S/he will promote the quality of activities, practices and data.
• S/he will directly or indirectly lead/supervise teams (MdM or partner).

Main objective:

• Coordinate and manage the active projects implemented in Gaza to achieve the established objectives on time and within budget.

Specific objectives:

• Coordinating project schedules, resources, equipment and information in the mission.
• Ensure that beneficiaries needs are met as the projects evolve.
• Ensure the proper use of MDM resources in Palestine.
• Ensure the respect of MDM procedures in Palestine.

The Program Area Officer controls the staff under his/her direct supervision according to the organigram, and participates in the project meetings according to the indications established by the Program Coordinator.

RESPONSIBILITIES AND TASKS

Main responsibilities and tasks of the Project Coordinator can change according to the organization of the work and to the composition of the team.

• Organise and supervise activities
• Provide information and report on progress
• Manage resources required for activities (logistics, finance, HR, pharmacy), participate in
• planning
• Technical supervision of MdM staff and/or partners
• Supervise practices, monitor processes and procedures
• Identify needs and carry out training activities for MdM staff and/or partners
• Participate in the planning and operational implementation of the intervention strategy (i.e.
• design of activities)
• Collate data, participate in data analysis and monitor indicators
• Facilitate/coordinate partners
• Draft and finalize activity reports
• Contribute to evaluation missions, impact studies, capitalisation studies, etc
• Represent MdM with partners and local authorities
• Carry out communication work around the project
• Participate in advocacy work
• Monitor the context
• Manage and lead a team (information, setting objectives, monitoring activities, managing leave, recruitment, discipline, security, training, skills management)
• Plan and monitor activities and implement corrective action where necessary
• Advise, arbitrate and support measures to be taken in the event of difficulties, malfunctions and/or incidents

جميع الحقوق محفوظة لموقع جوبس.

• • A degree in Business Administration, or relevant fields.
  • 3+ years of experience covering similar positions.
  • Experience with MdM is a plus.
  • Having excellent command of English.
  • Hard-working, willing to learn new things, and having can-do-attitude.
  • Detail-oriented, and well-organized.
  • Honest, enthusiastic, and self-motivated.
  • Pro-active and creative.
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• Ability to work under pressure in an unstable and changing environmen
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• 3+ years of experience covering similar positions
• Good Knowledge and Understanding about Project Management Cycle
• Previous experience in Project Management Cycle
• Previous experience in Management of Projects related to Health and Mental Health
• Previous experience working with INGO is a plus
• English proficiency mandatory
• Good knowledge of Microsoft office.
• Good skills in writing and designing proposals.
• Driver license is an asset.
• Leadership, diplomatic and analytical skills.
• Ability to work in team.
• Reactivity, anticipation, adaptability, capacity to take initiatives.
• Autonomy to work independently and without constant supervision.
• Ability to manage priorities effectively.
• Good skills in organization, coordination and transfer of knowledge.
• Ability to work with different groups of beneficiaries (female, male, children, adolescents, adults and elderly).

• To behave with self-restraint at all times and respect the dignity of the beneficiaries.
• Ability to give and accept feedbacks.

• Good communication skills.
• Ability to live and work in a difficult security context and willingness to accept security protocols.
• Confidentiality: observe absolute discretion on the documents, interviews, discussions and/or other info related to the intervention of MdM Switzerland in the country.
• Creativity.

CONDITIONS:

The position is based in Bethlehem,

Contract type: fixed term contract

Contract Duration: 6 months renewable, with 3 months’ probation period

Working Hours: Standard office working hours from Sunday to Thursday.

DEADLINE FOR APPLICATION 10./04./2024

HOW TO APPLY

Interested applicants should send a detailed CV and motivational letter in English to: [email protected]  titled “WB Project area officer”.

The applications received after the deadline or without all the required documents, will not be considered.