Project Implementation Assistant

الوصف الوظيفي

Introduction

The Department of Architecture at Birzeit University is implementing the project “The Capitalization for Re-setting Innovation and Sustainability in MED-cities CARISAMED” which is funded by the European Union under the ENI CBC Med program. CARISMED promotes the uptake of results, achieved by ongoing ENI CBC MED Projects, addressing INNOMED-UP, MAIA-TAQA and SME4SMARTCITIES, and UNDERGROUND4VALUE, to enable cross-sector/border level cooperation of MPC and EUMC. To disseminate digital transformation and innovative thinking by training, an integrated Urban Policy will be developed for improving sustainability and integrating innovation into the urban settings at Mediterranean cities (Med-cities) through capitalization of already acquired conceptual and systematic approaches such as Circular Economy (CE) and Creativity; fostering synergies between MPC-EUMC and piloting collaborative innovation schemes among SMEs clusters.

Assignment Objective

Birzeit University is considering the selection of highly qualified Project Implementation Assistant responsible for the overall follow up and monitoring of all project implementation and activities under the supervision of the project manager.

Contract duration: From 1/12/2022 – 30/11/2023.

Tasks and Responsibilities

The Project Implementation Assistant will be responsible for the following tasks:

Establish communications with stakeholders towards cooperation, and communication in issues related to the project.
Ensure the implementation of the project work plan and report every stage according to the Gannt Chart of the project.
Support and participate in organizing the logistics for proper delivery of project activities and events.
Assist in preparing the progress reports and any other reports requested by Birzeit University and the CARISMED project.
Assist in managing and providing guidance to project manager, consultants and provide project management support to staff throughout the project lifecycle and help determining the project priorities and resources, and ensuring donor expectations are understood and met;
Implement the planning and organization of relevant project meetings and associated workshops, conferences and coordinate the preparation of supporting documents, reports, plans, analyses and presentations;
Prepare necessary inputs required for the interim reports and annual work plans.
Follow up partners financial reports and supporting documents to ensure compliance with donor rules and regulations. Work closely with the Finance staff of the project’s partners to ensure effective coordination and financial reporting in accordance with donor regulations.
Assist in the preparation and submission of project’s progress and interim financial and administrative reports according to donor guidelines via the Management Information System (MIS).
Assist in Liaising with external auditors to finalize audited interim reports. And with local auditors to ensure appropriate monitoring of project finances.
Periodical review of project financial documents and Budget vs. Actual reports to ensure activities are implemented in accordance with the work plan.
Assist in the preparation of budget modifications and realignment requests when needed. Review terms of references to ensure compliance with donor procurement guidelines and procedures
Data collection from each participating city to prepare a consolidated methodological framework.
Carry out other relevant duties as required.

متطلبات الوظيفة

Qualifications& Skills:

Minimum of bachelor’s degree in project management, business administration, accounting, or any related field of study.
At least 2 years-experience working with EU funded projects (ENI CBCMED projects experience is admired) in similar positions or related area is required.
Excellent working knowledge of computer applications (Word, Excel, PowerPoint…. etc.)
Excellent communication, reporting and writing skills in Arabic and English.

تفاصيل الوظيفة

المسمى الوظيفي Project Implementation Assistant

آخر موعد للتقديم 08 - Nov - 2022

المكان رام الله والبيرة

نوع الوظيفة دوام كامل

المستوى المهني متوسط الخبرة

الراتب N/A

الدرجة العلمية البكالوريوس

الخبرة سنتان

التصنيف المحاسبة والعلوم المالية الإدارة والأعمال

آلية التقديم

Interested candidates are welcomed to submit their application no later than 08/11/2022 via https://ritaj.birzeit.edu/ecareers/.