Project Manager

Post Title:Project Manager (Full-time)
Ref #:PM-001
Reports to:NDC Director
Basic Function of Position: manage and direct the work of a large school-based initiative in accordance with its approved mission and strategic objectives and to develop the capacity of the staff to carry out assigned duties effectively and efficiently.

Main Duties:
-Manage project implementation, including allocation of resources and ensuring that appropriate controls are maintained at all levels;
-Oversee the efficient and timely preparation and implementation of the project’s annual plan;
-Provide adequate support to senior staff members including but not limited to strategic vision and technical input and advice;
-Monitor project implementation, communication and report both internally and externally;
-Work within the governance structure of the initiative to prepare for future endeavors and plans related to the project;
-Ensure the timely preparation and accuracy of financial reports by working with financial accounting staff as required;
-Assist in overseeing the preparation of the project’s annual budget and ensure that all income and expenditure is managed in accordance with the budget outlines and with the long term financial directives and plans;
-Participate in the recruitment of the senior staff and team members of the project;
-Maintain effective communications with donors by tracking trends and anticipating the likelihood of funding opportunities;
-Represent the project’s interests in national and international activities, as required;
-Provide monthly, quarterly and/or annual reports to the executive committee as an update of the project’s progress;
-Oversee the preparation of the quarterly meeting with the board;

Qualifications:
-Minimum of a university degree in Education, Social Science, Business Administration or any related field. A graduate degree is preferable;
-10-15 years of professional experience; preferably in a related field;
-Substantial experience in the education sector and social development including experience in developing partnerships with the private sector;
-Extensive project management experience;
-Interest and demonstrated success in fundraising;
-Excellent written and verbal communications skills in Arabic and English;
-Demonstrated record in collaborating with local governments, rural communities, other NGOs, international organizations and private sector organizations;
-Solid programmatic, financial and organizational planning skills;
-Proven initiative, resourcefulness, decision making and problem solving abilities;
-Self motivated, diligent, and proven ability to work under pressure;
-Computer skills and a valid driving license.
 

The position will be based at NDC Offices in Al-Ram, and is required to travel extensively throughout the West Bank, including Jerusalem.
Qualified applicants should submit their resumes electronically to [email protected] prior to January 4, 2010 addressed to the NDC Director with the title of the position in the subject line.