Senior Program Officer

Senior Program Officer – West Bank

Main Job Purpose:

Action For Humanity Palestine is a charity that aims to provide aid and assistance to people affected by natural and man-made disasters. Our vision is a world of crises-resilient communities. Our mission is to mobilise and respond to emergencies and critical needs through humanitarian, development and peace-building action, helping affected communities survive, recover and build a better future.

The Senior Program Officer will support the Gaza Office Manager in the planning, implementation, and monitoring of humanitarian and development projects. This role will involve coordinating with stakeholders, assisting in proposal development, and ensuring that projects are executed effectively and efficiently to meet the needs of the beneficiaries.

General Duties/Responsibilities:

• Assist in the daily coordination and management of ongoing projects.
• Contribute to internal learning processes and maintain up-to-date records and documentation.
• Contribute to the preparation of detailed work plans and ensure activities align with the organization’s goals and objectives.
• Monitor project implementation, track progress against indicators, and report on key milestones.
• Support the resolution of implementation challenges in collaboration with relevant departments.
• Participate in the development of project proposals, concept notes, and budgets.
• Assist in collecting and analyzing needs assessment data to inform project design.
• Ensure proposals are developed in accordance with organizational strategies and donor guidelines.
• Liaise with community leaders, implementing partners, and local authorities to facilitate project implementation and community engagement.
• Ensure timely and transparent communication with project beneficiaries.
• Represent the organization in relevant coordination forums, including UN cluster meetings and technical working groups, as required.
• Support the monitoring and evaluation of project activities to assess relevance, efficiency, and impact.
• Contribute to the development of MEAL tools and data collection processes.
• Assist in compiling and drafting periodic narrative and financial reports in coordination with relevant departments.
• Participate in learning reviews and incorporate feedback into project implementation.
• Support in documenting project outcomes, success stories, and lessons learned.
• Assist in the preparation of internal and external reports, ensuring accuracy and timely submission.
• Help communicate project objectives, activities, and outcomes to stakeholders through various channels.
• Ensure compliance with internal policies and procedures during project implementation.
• Provide constructive feedback to improve operational efficiency and program quality.

Our Values:

Believe in the cause

We believe in changing a situation from negative to lasting positive; helping those in need; saving and transforming lives for the better is what drives us.

Work together

Teamwork is the backbone of our work’s success.

Give with grit

Being a “gritty” person means perseverance and passion for long-term goals; hence, freely giving with courage, conscientiousness, and resilience; acting with optimism, confidence, and creativity as you strive for excellence.

Make life better

Ultimately, our work is to make life, in its holistic sense, better for everyone, and everything, including the environment.

“All Action for humanity members (staff, volunteers and interns) are committed to the AFH policies such as, AFH Code of Conduct, Child Safeguarding Policy, Reporting Sexual Exploitation and Abuse, Reporting Conflict of Interest, Reporting Misconduct”

Child Safeguarding Policy:

Child abuse in all forms is unacceptable to AFH which recognizes its responsibility to protect children from harm in all areas of its work. AFH is committed to ensuring a child-safe environment and is applying a zero-tolerance approach towards any kind of child abuse and exploitation. We understand the diverse needs of every individual, and we're proud to announce our unwavering dedication to creating an inclusive environment for people with disabilities.

PSEAH -Discrimination, Abuse, and Harassment Policy:

AFH unwavering dedication extends to creating a workplace that fosters respect, equality, and dignity. Introducing our Discrimination, Abuse, and Harassment Policy, we affirm our stance against any discrimination, abuse, or harassment based on race, ethnicity, religion, national origin, gender, age, sexual orientation, marital status, citizenship status, disability, or military status. We declare zero tolerance for any form of mistreatment, whether physical, sexual, or verbal. Our employees and associated personnel are integral to upholding these values, ensuring a work environment where everyone's rights are respected, both within and beyond the AFH community. Join us in building a future where protection, safety, and respect prevail for all.

and It is forbidden for AFH employees to inflict harm on children or vulnerable groups or carry out acts of harassment or sexual exploitation of children and adults, directly or indirectly, inside or outside the organization, during or after working hours."

Workplace: Palestine, West Bank

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Qualifications and Education Requirements:

• Bachelor's degree in International Development, Social Sciences, Public Administration, or related field.

General Work Experience:

• Minimum 3 years of relevant experience in project management, humanitarian response, or development programming, preferably in West Bank or similar contexts
• Experience in coordination with stakeholders, community leaders, and local authorities.
• Proven experience in proposal development, reporting and implementation
• Previous experience in representing an organization in media and external meetings is an asset.
• Experience in building strong relations and networking with key people within the local, national and international levels, including with various UN agencies, I/NGO, Forums etc
• Strong interpersonal and communication skills in both English and Arabic
• Ability to work effectively under pressure and adapt to rapidly changing environment  

Skills :

Technical Skills & Knowledge:

• Strong decision-making and problem-solving skills, especially in crisis or emergency situations.
• Knowledge of humanitarian principles, international standards, and local laws.
• Understanding of program development, proposal writing, and project cycle management.
• Strong reporting and documentation skills.
• Strong IT skills (programmes such as MS Office, Outlook and PowerPoint).

Leadership & Soft Skills:

• Strong leadership and team management skills, with the ability to motivate and supervise staff.
• Excellent communication and negotiation skills, both written and verbal.
• Ability to work under pressure and handle multiple priorities effectively.
• High level of cultural sensitivity and adaptability in working with diverse communities.
• Strong ability to build relationships and networks with partners, local authorities, and community leaders.

Language Requirements:

• Fluency in Arabic is required.
• Proficiency in English is highly desirable.

* AFH has the right to initiate the process before the deadline upon identifying qualified applicants.

Interested and qualified candidates can apply online through Apply Now-button below 

Job code: AFHG-HR-011