Project Coordinator

Project coordinator Vocational training – short courses

Under the responsibility of the Head of Mission in Palestine and in coordination with the project managers of other programs, IECD is searching for a PROJECT COORDINATOR (m/w) to comply with the following activities:

1. Prepare the launch of a short vocational training program

• Accompanying a market assessment to check the needs of the labor market in the area for TVET graduates, with a special focus on women
• Collect and update existing data on the development of the TVET sector
• Define the most relevant, employment-oriented paths that can be provided as short training
• Ensure the adequate quality of the training facilities and equipment. Eventually, to organize the procurement of new tools.
• Coordination of the recruitment and training of trainers and other capacity building for the team staff

2. Implementation of the short training education plan:

• Supervision in the recruitment of beneficiaries
• Supervision of logistics
• Monitoring and follow up of the activities
• Supervision of the placement activities
• Identify the areas of improvement and provide recommendations for adjustments

3. Monitor the good implementation of training and the placement activities

• Implement a plan for the monitoring and placement of beneficiaries, including the necessary M&E tools

4. Management of the team

• Management and supervision of a team consisting of:
  • an outreach officer (part-time)
  • a placement officer (part-time)
• Implementation of work processes and team follow up mechanisms

5. Management of the project environment

• Follow up and coordinate regularly with IECD VTC expert
• Join IECD internal coordination meetings organized by the Head of Mission
• Participate in regular meetings with partners to evaluate the progress of the implementation
• Contribute to creating synergies between the different components of the project
• Network with companies and other economic players in the Bethlehem area
• Ensure constructive, positive relationships with local institutions and authorities
• Participate in sectorial meetings, conferences or workshops organized by local authorities or stakeholders

6. Coordinate with CSO and the project development officers at the Salesian school (Don Bosco) for effective, quality implementation of the program

• Organize regular meetings with the CSO and the school management to follow up on the different phases of the training implementation: planning, outreach, training schedule, placement activities
• Coordinate logistics for the short training program

7. Internal and external reporting

• Elaboration of regular narrative and financial reporting according to the donor’s requirements
• Elaboration of monthly and yearly internal reportings according to the requirements of IECD
• Implementation of the financial management tools
• Budget management and coordination with IECD Palestine financial officer

جميع الحقوق محفوظة لموقع جوبس.

Arab language is compulsory

Education: University degree in education or business with sound knowledge and skills in project management

Experience: 5 years at least in the private, public or NGO sector.

• Experience in education (esp vocational training) is of advantage
• Experience in projects to promote youth employability is a plus

Competencies :

• Proven experience in project and team management (references required)
• Very good skills in budget and financial management
• Very good level in English written and spoken
• Good knowledge of the Palestinian education ecosystem in general and of the vocational training field in particular
• Good interpersonal and communication skills
• Experience in dealing with partners from the public and private sphere

Qualities :

• Commitment with vulnerable parts of the Palestinian society
• Very good organization skills with a high level of adaptability and flexibility
• Inclusive, goal-oriented management style based on delegation and teamwork
• Interested in human development and capacity building
• Compliance with IECD values: focus on the person, principle of service and professional commitment.

Please send your CV and motivation letter
With the reference « Palestine – PC-ST »
To the recruitment officer : [email protected]