Islamic Relief is a humanitarian INGO (www.irpal.ps)operating in Palestine in the fields of emergency relief and development. Islamic Relief announces the following vacancy for its office in Gaza.

Title: Community Development Programme Manager.

Ref.: CDPM-D-01-2016.

Location:Gaza Office.

Duration:9 months, renewable(Full time).

Main Duties:

• Accountable for conducting needs assessment for the Programme me sectors of work, particularly youth empowerment through sustainable livelihoods and capacity building, and identifying proper interventions.


• Accountable for projects design and proposal writing in collaboration with HoP, M&E and Programme team.




• Responsible for overall projects' management including project integration, scope, time, cost, quality, HR, risk, procurement, communication as well as stakeholders management.


• Responsible for maximizing Programme benefits through integration within the Programme projects as well as with other IRPAL Programmes and projects.


• Ensure all donors' requirements are fully met in terms of reporting, visibility, etc.


• Represent IRPAL in related forums, clusters and similar INGOs events.


• Collaborate with HoP and CD in identifying opportunities to build relationships and partnerships with local and international organizations and key stakeholders.


• Responsible for controlling the projects budget in collaboration with IRPAL’s finance department as per the policy and procedures, and taking corrective measures to address over/under spending.

Candidates must possess the following competencies:

• University degree from an accredited university, preferably master in economic/ social development, management, or related field.


• Minimum 6years of proven relevant working experience as Programme /projects manager, preferably with international NGOs.


• Solid background about local humanitarian and developmental context in Palestine in general and Gaza Strip in particular.


• Excellent interpersonal skills including: leadership, team building, motivation, communication, influencing, decision making, political and cultural awareness, negotiation, trust building, conflict management, and coaching.


• Experience of developing links with NGOs; INGOs, government agencies& other stakeholders.


• Fluency in English and Arabic (written and spoken).


• Demonstrated leadership and teamwork skills.


• Excellent communications and interpersonal skills.


• Research design, data analysis, and high reporting skills.


• Ability to network and build relations with stakeholders.


• Ability to work in a multidisciplinary team.


• Very good knowledge in MS Office applications.


• Problem solving, initiative, able to work under pressure and meet deadlines.


• Committed to Islamic Relief values and code of conduct.


• Enthusiasm, humanity, honesty, trustworthy, sincerity, responsiveness, dedication.


• A proven experience of effective project design, budget control and management.

How to apply

1- Interested applicants may get Job Application Form from this link: http://irpal.ps/irpal/files/app 2015.doc.

2- Applications must be completed and returned to [email protected] no later than Saturday, 05 March 2016.

Important notes to applicants:

• Applicants should write the job title in the email subject, any email subject without job title will not be considered.


• CVs are not accepted as an application but can be attached with the application.


• Only candidates possessing relevant experience will be short listed.


• Electronic applications returned to an email address other than the one above will not be considered.


• Incomplete applications will not be given consideration.

Islamic Relief is an equal opportunities employer