Programs Manager

As an independent Palestinian organization. Sharek Youth Forum seeks to contribute to the development of youth through designing, supporting and implementing youth initiatives, programs and projects in Palestine- the organization acts as a platform for advocacy on social, economic, cultural and political youth issues and provides a forum from which young people can voice their opinions.

Sharek Youth Forum is seeking to employ three experienced Regional Programs' Managers (to ensure the efficient planning and implementation of sharek core programs in one of three areas: East Jerusalem. North West Bank and South West Bank.

Responsibilities of Regional Programs  Manager:

-Overall management of programs, including managing a budget, planning, implementation and
reporting
- Follow-up and monitoring of all projects, ensuring objectives arc met
-Managing a team of field coordinators
-Regular field visits
-high level reporting to donors and Sharek management
-Development of programs and design of yearly work plans
-Identifying areas where additional funding is needed and assisting in preparing proposals accordingly
-Maintaining strong relations with local partner organizations and institutions

Required Qualifications and Experience:
-Advanced University Qualification (in International Relations, Political Science, Business Admin, Development Studies or other related Held)
-Three to five years of project management experience in a Palestinian or international NGO Previous experience managing a team
-Previous experience in project cycle management, including development, implementation and noniloring of project goals Fluency in written and spoken Arabic and Fnglish
-Excellent computet competency
-Ability to lead, motivate and inspire team members,high level skills in communication, professionalism

Personal qualities:

Excellent organizational skills
Outstanding management skills
Independent thinker and excellent learn player
Highly committed to project goals and objectives
Ability to work closely with all staff, both locally and at headquarters
Ability to network and to establish and maintain clear communicalion between stakeholders
Flexibility in location, scheduling and nature of work

The candidate should have a good knowledge of the area they wish to apply to work in and must have an excellent knowledge of the issues affecting youth on a local and national level.

Interested applicants are kindly requested to send a cover letter and CV with the title Programs Manager and the preferred location (North. South. Jerusalem) clearly marked in the subject heading to: [email protected] , the deadline for applications is; 26 May 2011. Please be advised that only shortlisted candidates will be contacted for an interview.