Technical Head of Program

Job Posting Organization:
Humanity & Inclusion (HI) is an independent and impartial aid organization that has been operational since 198

• The organization focuses on addressing situations of poverty and exclusion, conflict, and disaster, working alongside people with disabilities and vulnerable populations. HI aims to respond to essential needs, improve living conditions, and promote respect for dignity and fundamental rights. With a presence in over 60 countries, HI has a budget of approximately 255 million euros and employs around 4,794 individuals worldwide. The organization is committed to inclusion and diversity, actively engaging in a disability policy to encourage the integration of people with disabilities. For more information, visit www.hi.org.

Job Overview:
The Technical Head of Program (THoP) plays a crucial role under the responsibility of the director" style="border-bottom: 1px dotted #007bff !important;">Country Director, focusing on defining and steering HI’s technical strategy in Palestine. As a key member of the Senior Management Team (SMT), the THoP ensures that design" style="border-bottom: 1px dotted #007bff !important;">program design and delivery are needs-based, inclusive, technically sound, and aligned with HI’s global frameworks and sectoral standards. The THoP is responsible for leading the development of innovative, quality programming across various sectors and collaborates closely with the Country Director, Operations Manager, MEAL, and Business Development functions. This position also involves managing the country Technical Specialists, the MEAL Manager, and the Senior Grants Officer, while interacting with both internal and external stakeholders. The THoP's mission is to ensure that HI’s programs are effectively addressing the needs of the affected populations while maintaining high technical standards.

Duties and Responsibilities:

• Strategic Leadership and Technical Positioning: Lead the development and implementation of the program's strategy (StratOp) in alignment with HI’s institutional frameworks and sectoral priorities. Ensure integration of cross-cutting themes such as MHPSS, DGA, protection mainstreaming, and conflict sensitivity across all programs. Provide strategic guidance on HI’s thematic positioning in Palestine and contribute to global technical reflections and learning from field experience.
• Programme Design and Business Development: Lead the design of new projects, ensuring technical quality, feasibility, and relevance to the context and affected populations. Ensure the development of sound theories of change, logical frameworks, indicators, and methodologies in project proposals. Collaborate with the Senior Grants Officer, Operations Manager, and Country Director to transform funding opportunities into strategic, high-quality programs.
• Technical Support and Quality Assurance: Supervise and guide technical specialists (e.g., Rehabilitation, AVR, Education, MHPSS), ensuring consistency of technical approaches across field teams. Ensure Project Managers receive regular technical support and that HI’s minimum quality standards and guidance are applied. Monitor program quality, lead the implementation of evaluation and audit recommendations, and ensure continuous improvement. Ensure technical tools, guidelines, and training materials are up to date and aligned with HI standards.
• MEAL and Accountability: Ensure alignment with HI’s Planning, Monitoring, and Evaluation (PME) policy and impact measurement frameworks. Supervise the MEAL Manager and contribute to the development of MEAL systems and tools across sectors. Promote the use of evidence, lessons learned, and good practices to inform decision-making. Ensure that accountability mechanisms to affected populations are in place and functioning.
• External Engagement and Representation: Represent HI’s technical expertise in relevant clusters, working groups, and coordination forums. Support the Country Director and technical staff in external engagement with donors, partners, UN agencies, and authorities. Contribute to evidence-based advocacy and strategic communication efforts, in line with HI's global positioning and values.
• Emergency Preparedness and Response: Lead technical preparedness efforts, including scenario planning and response strategies. In case of rapid onset or escalation, reprioritize technical support and ensure relevance and adaptability of emergency programming.

Required Qualifications:
The ideal candidate holds a Master's degree in one of HI's technical sectors of intervention and/or in international cooperation and/or humanitarian development. A minimum of 5 years of experience in humanitarian development is required, with a focus on project management in multi or complex settings. Experience in one of HI's technical sectors of intervention is essential, along with at least 5 years of overall professional experience in humanitarian emergency responses. Work experience in programming in multi-site, multi-sector programs for humanitarian and/or development programs is also necessary. Experience in the field of inclusion of people with disabilities is considered a valuable asset.

Educational Background:
Candidates must possess a Master's degree in a relevant field, such as one of HI's technical sectors of intervention, international cooperation, or humanitarian development. This educational background is crucial for understanding the complexities of the role and the context in which HI operates.

Experience:
The position requires a minimum of 5 years of experience in humanitarian development, particularly in project management within multi or complex environments. Candidates should have substantial experience in one of HI's technical sectors of intervention and a proven track record in humanitarian emergency responses. Experience in managing multi-site, multi-sector programs is essential, as is familiarity with the inclusion of people with disabilities.

Languages:
Fluency in English is mandatory for this position. Proficiency in additional languages relevant to the region may be considered an advantage, enhancing communication with diverse stakeholders and affected populations.

Additional Notes:
This is a 6-month international contract starting from September 1st, 202

• The contract includes social cover adapted to the individual's situation, such as unemployment insurance benefits for EU nationals, a pension scheme, and medical coverage with a 50% employee contribution. Repatriation insurance is provided by HI. The salary starts at 2986 € gross/month, depending on experience, with additional per diem allowances for Jordan and Palestine. Hardship allowances are provided when in Jerusalem or Gaza/West Bank. Employees are entitled to 25 days of paid leave per year and 1 day of rest and recuperation (R&R) per month. The position is single, with shared accommodation provided by HI. If the candidate is a resident in the country, a local package will be offered.