Program Officer

JOB DETAILS

Job Title: Program Officer 100%

Reports to: Protection Program Manager

Responsible for: Field program and technical staff

Duration: 3 years

Location: QADER’s main Office – Beit Jala, Hebron Field Office.

Starting date: ASAP.

Background

QADER for Community Development is a Palestinian independent, non-governmental, not-for-profit, and rights-based organization ‎focused on disability rights and inclusion in Palestine. Established in 2008, QADER leads a twin-track approach, dedicated to the empowerment ‎and protection of children, women, and youth with disabilities from marginalization, discrimination, and all forms of disability and gender-‎based violence. QADER is committed to aligning societal, institutional, and policy contexts with the principles of “disability inclusion” and ‎‎“leave no one behind” in Palestine. Through this alignment, QADER strives to foster its active engagement and meaningful participation ‎across diverse facets of life and to ensure their full entitlements of rights by local laws and international human rights conventions and ‎standards.‎

Within its protection program, QADER seeks to recruit a highly motivated and qualified professional to join the team in the position of "Program Officer" to lead the implementation of assigned projects and interventions in the West Bank and Gaza.

JOB SUMMARY

The Program Officer (PO) is responsible for leading the implementation of assigned projects under the Protection Program and ensure the achievement of key results while adhering to program quality and ensuring learning and continuous improvement of implementation.

The role focuses on ensuring the delivery of high-quality, integrated protection interventions - particularly in the areas of MHPSS, outreach rehabilitation services, community awareness, and engagement with protection actors. The PO provides technical and operational guidance to project teams, ensures accountability to affected populations, and supports continuous learning and adaptation.

KEY TASKS & RESPONSIBILITIES

• Lead and coordinate the preparation of detailed implementation plan(s) (DIP) ensuring full participation of relevant staff.
• Work closely with the Communication Officer and other program staff on the communication and stakeholders’ engagement plan for the project(s) and provide the needed support to the staff on its implementation.
• Oversee the day-to-day implementation of project(s) activities and interventions according to the DIP(s).
• Liaise with project key stakeholders and ensure their full support and cooperation to the project(s) and the planned activities.
• Ensure the timeliness, accuracy, and quality of deliverables.
• Identify and address implementation challenges in a timely and solution-oriented manner.
• Support the development of communication and awareness materials in collaboration with relevant technical staff.
• Provide technical oversight and support to program teams, under the coordination and overall oversight of the Program Manager, on areas related to MHPSS, outreach rehabilitation services, engagement with and support to CBOs, youth groups, community activists and volunteers.
• Lead the preparation of success stories, case studies, press releases, and other documents, as needed.
• Ensure sound and timely data collection on implementation progress, challenges, and changes in project external environment.
• Prepare quality narrative and progress reports to QADER management and partners/donors, as required.
• Ensure compliance with the policies and guidelines of QADER and partners/donors.
• Ensure that all activities and operations of the project are conducted according to QADER internal policies and procedures, and compliant with the requirements and regulations of QADER partners.

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• Minimum BA in social sciences or another related field; a master's degree is a plus.
• Minimum 5 years of experience in a field related to MHPSS, disability inclusion, rehabilitation, or community development.
• Demonstrated experience in project management skills and competencies.
• Excellent planning and organizational skills.
• Excellent communication skills, with good command of spoken and written English language.
• Proficiency in using MS Windows, MS Office packages (Excel, Word, and PowerPoint)
• Problem Solving Skills.
• Ability to work independently and as part of a team.
• Demonstrated leadership skills with the ability to lead a team.
• Ability to multi-task and work under pressure.
• Ability to meet deadlines.
• Deep understanding of safeguarding principles and framework.

Interested candidates may apply and submit their CVs/Resumes in addition to a Cover Letter (not less than 200 words, clarifying how their qualifications and personal specifications meet the job requirements) in PDF format via this link.

The deadline for applying for this post is Wednesday, 18/06/2025. 

“QADER is an Equal Opportunity Employer. Persons with disabilities, women, and other underrepresented groups are encouraged to apply and to seek QADER’s support on the application process where additional accommodation is required.” 

Should you need any support regarding the application process, please communicate with us via phone: 02-2749767