Programme Officer- (Public Health)

Position: Programme Officer- (Public Health) 

Type: Full-time/Fixed-Term Contract 

Location: South Gaza, Palestine 

Salary: ILS 110,508 per year 

Reporting to: Public Health Programme Lead 

ABOUT US:

Medical Aid for Palestinians (MAP) is a leading UK charity dedicated to improving the health and dignity of Palestinians affected by conflict, occupation, and displacement. With a focus on the occupied Palestinian territory and Palestinian refugee camps in Lebanon, we provide vital health and medical care to those in need, particularly in crisis zones like Gaza. As part of our commitment to meeting the growing needs of the communities we serve, we're expanding our team. 

WHAT DO WILL BE DOING:

You will support the effective planning, implementation, and monitoring of public health projects under the supervision of the Public Health Programme Lead. You will contribute to the development of project proposals and M&E frameworks, monitoring project progress, and preparing accurate reports. You will engage regularly with local communities, partners, and the Ministry of Health to ensure effective coordination and follow-up of activities.

You will also help organize field visits, contribute to public health awareness initiatives, and support emergency responses related to outbreaks or environmental health risks. Also, you will assist in documenting success stories, supporting fundraising and communication efforts, and representing MAP in relevant meetings and forums. Flexibility, strong coordination, and communication skills are essential.

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ABOUT YOU:

You will possess experience in project planning, monitoring and evaluation tools, and public health data analysis, along with the ability to coordinate effectively with various stakeholders. Familiarity with WASH, Infection Prevention and Control (IPC), and public health surveillance systems is highly desirable. This role requires flexibility, strong interpersonal skills, and the capacity to manage budgets and logistics. You should be comfortable working across cultures and in partnership with diverse teams. Proficiency in both English and Arabic, strong IT skills.

Please visit the application link to find the detailed job description.

MAP has a zero-tolerance policy with regard to Sexual Exploitation and Abuse by MAP‘s personnel against the people they serve. Protection from Sexual Exploitation and Abuse (PSEA) is the responsibility of everyone, and all selected candidates will be required to comply with MAP's PSEA Policy at all times. Selected candidates will therefore undergo rigorous reference and background checks against their past behaviour related to sexual exploitation and abuse, and may be required to provide additional information further on in the selection process.

" Please be advised that this position is open only to candidates who currently reside in south Gaza Strip. Due to ongoing security concerns, MAP will not support or encourage relocation from other areas"

Please send your CV and a cover letter using the application link and apply using the “apply now function”. Your cover letter should explain how you meet the essential and desirable position requirements and why you feel you would be a suitable candidate for the role of Programme Officer 

**NB: MAP reserves the right to close this advert before the confirmed closing date when we are in receipt of sufficient applications.        

**We would therefore advise interested applicants to apply as early as possible. Due to the high volume of applications, we receive, we are unable to respond to every application. If you have not heard from us within two weeks of the deadline, then you have not been successful in shortlisting