Program Manager-Arab Fund

A Non Profit Foundation for Humanitarian and Development Assistance

Job Title: Program Manager-Arab Fund
Location: Ramallah
Closing Date: May 20, 2010

The Welfare Association (WA), is a private non-profit organization supporting Palestinian development and relief efforts, is seeking a dynamic leader and team builder with excellent conceptual, analytical and coordination skills for the position of Program Manager – Arab
Fund. The Program Manager reports to the Area Manager, and serves on the WA senior management team.

POSITION MAIN DUTIES
1-Manage programs and projects of relevance ensuring compliance to AF requirements.
2-Oversee and ensure good level of programs and projects implementation
3-Prepare and submit periodic reports on programs and projects.
4-Participate in preparing strategic and action plans at WA/AF programmatic sector.
5-Participate in the grant making and program evaluation.

ACADEMIC AND PROFESSIONAL QUALIFICATIONS AND EXPERIENCE:
1-A university degree (Masters Degree preferred) in a technical area related to development.
2-Minimum 5 years of relevant program experience.
3-Strong project management skills and experience including planning, budgeting,
monitoring, evaluation, and time management.
4-Good leadership skills i.e., team leader, team player, decision maker, and conflict resolution.
5-Excellent communication and reporting skills in both languages (Arabic and English).
6- Excellent computer skills (MS-Office, MS-Project, and Internet Applications)
7-Ability and willingness to travel as needed.

For more information, or to apply for this position:
Applicants should send their CV, bio data and a cover letter that includes justification of interest in this post to the following email address: [email protected], All applications should be received no later than May 20, 2010. Applications received after end of business day on closing date will not be considered.

Welfare Association is an equal opportunity employer. Women are encouraged to apply