Technical Coordinator –Enterprise Development Specialist

Job Title: Technical Coordinator –Enterprise Development Specialist

Location: Gaza Strip
Reports to: Program Director
Contract Type: Full-time – Project-based
Project: Gaza Emergency Response
Duty Station: Gaza Field Office
Duration: Based on project timeframe, with potential for extension (based on performance and funding availability)

1. Job Purpose Summary and Objectives

The Enterprise Development Specialist will be responsible for supporting the design, implementation, and monitoring of enterprise and small business development activities under the Gaza Emergency Response. This includes capacity-building of micro, small, and medium enterprises (MSMEs), entrepreneurship promotion, and value chain strengthening. The specialist will ensure that interventions contribute to sustainable economic recovery, resilience-building, and livelihood restoration, with a strong focus on gender equality, inclusion, and local ownership.

2. Roles and Responsibilities

• Lead the planning and execution of enterprise development components within the project framework.
• Conduct needs assessments and market analyses to identify opportunities for MSMEs, cooperatives, and entrepreneurs.
• Facilitate business mentoring, coaching, and technical assistance to targeted beneficiaries.
• Support the integration of inclusive, conflict-sensitive, and climate-resilient business practices.
• Coordinate with other stakeholders (e.g., private sector, civil society, cooperatives, women/youth groups, MFIs).
• Ensure alignment with donor requirements, CHS, and PARC’s strategic framework.
• Monitor progress and contribute to reporting, learning, and adaptive management.

3. Main Tasks and Duties

• Design business support packages tailored to MSMEs and early-stage enterprises.
• Develop training materials and deliver business development trainings (e.g., business planning, marketing, financial literacy).
• Identify and support access to market linkages, financial services, and input providers.
• Supervise the distribution and utilization of in-kind or cash-based support to entrepreneurs and MSMEs.
• Contribute to the design and facilitation of business competitions and innovation challenges.
• Conduct regular field visits and coaching sessions with supported enterprises.
• Document success stories, lessons learned, and contribute to visibility and communication products.
• Ensure data collection and analysis for project indicators related to enterprise outcomes.
• Collaborate closely with the MEAL team for quality assurance, accountability, and feedback loops.

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4. Required Academic Qualifications

• Bachelor’s degree in business administration, Economics, Development Studies, Agribusiness, Engineering or a related field.

• A master’s degree is an asset.

5. Required Experience

• Minimum 5 years of relevant experience in enterprise or livelihoods development, preferably in humanitarian or post-crisis settings.
• Demonstrated experience in MSME support, entrepreneurship programming, value chain development, or economic recovery.
• Previous experience working with international donors and NGOs, especially EU-funded programs, is preferred.

6. Skills Required for the Job

Technical Skills

• Strong understanding of business models, market systems, and inclusive economic development.
• Proficiency in business planning, feasibility studies, and financial analysis.
• Experience with cash/in-kind grant programming for businesses.
• Knowledge of climate-smart and gender-responsive enterprise strategies.

Behavioral Skills

• Strong analytical and problem-solving abilities.
• Excellent communication, facilitation, and interpersonal skills.
• Proactive, creative, and solutions-oriented mindset.
• Ability to work under pressure and adapt to rapidly changing environments.

Computer Skills

• Proficiency in Microsoft Office Suite (Word, Excel, PowerPoint).
• Familiarity with digital tools for business development and reporting (e.g., KoboToolbox, CRM tools).

7. Other Requirements and Suggestions

Languages Required

• Fluency in Arabic.
• Proficiency in English (professional writing and speaking level required for donor communication and reporting).

Gender Aspects

• Demonstrated understanding of and commitment to child safeguarding and protection from sexual exploitation and abuse (PSEA).
• Good knowledge of gender and inclusion principles.

Work Environment

• Understanding of operating in conflict or highly insecure environments.
• Field-based position with frequent travel to project sites within the Gaza Strip if required.
• Requires the ability to work in challenging and volatile contexts.

Equal Opportunity Statement

• PARC is an equal opportunity employer. We are committed to promoting diversity and inclusion and to preventing any form of discrimination based on gender, age, disability, religion, ethnicity, or social background. We encourage women and persons with disabilities to apply.

• PARC promotes a zero-tolerance policy against all forms of harassment, abuse, or exploitation.

Only applicants who have the required qualities, experience, and skills will be considered. Interested applicants must include (a) A resume (in English) and (b) a cover letter explaining their suitability for the position (in English)

Please submit your application via email.

To the attention of the HR Department no later than Saturday 26th of July 2025, including the job title (Technical Coordinator –Enterprise Development Specialist) in the subject line and cover letter.

Applications received after this date or that do not meet the qualifications above will not be considered. Only short-listed candidates will be contacted for interview.