Program Manager for Cultural & Civic Engagement

1-Employing Agency: Diyar
2-Title: Program Manager for Cultural & Civic Engagement
3-Accountable To: Diyar Vice-President for Community Outreach
4-Appointment: Full time Job with a 3 month trial period

5-Qualifications and Experience Required of the Position:
-A minimum of BA degree in social sciences, development studies or other relevant field; MA/MBA degree preferred
-A minimum of 5 years work experience is vital
-Experience in managing human and financial resources
-Strong personal interest in & professional understanding of major issues related to identity, culture, civil society, civic education and engagement
-Strong PR & networking capacity and ability to relate to different sectors and stakeholders locally,
nationally and regionally.
-Good organizational skills and the ability to work on multiple projects simultaneously and in a fast-paced environment
-Ability to work independently and as part of a team
-Excellent formal and informal communication, presentation and interpersonal skills
-Exhibit patience, tolerance and flexibility
-Excellent attitude and very detail oriented, self-directed and a strategic thinker willing to pitch in at all levels

6-Duties and Responsibilities:
-Oversee the daily operations of the cultural & civic program, including the supervision of staff, to ensure smooth and efficient carrying out of functions, professional conduct, and timely quality outputs
-Manage the program budget in accordance to the financial rules and regulations of Diyar and the donor agencies, ensuring proper documentation and adhering to the approved budget and its itemization
-Write and submit professional proposals and reports to donor agencies and international partners
-Work closely with artists, performing groups, and experts in designing, preparing, facilitating and
implementing annual cultural & civic programs.
-Work closely with the selected partners participating in projects to ensure proper implementation of the project after signing a memorandum of understanding with their respective authorizing bodies
-Responsible for updated periodic media coverage of the program
-Perform public relations duties to increase public awareness of the program at large and each of the projects
-Prepare and submit timely reports as requested by Diyar President and Donor
-Project Manager is expected to work long hours, under pressure and to frequently travel within the
Palestinian areas and beyond

The position is based in Bethlehem. Applicants should send the CV’s to the following email
address [email protected] or fax 2770048 no later than August 21-2010