Job Description
Job Posting Organization:
The French Red Cross (FRC) has been operational in Palestine since November 2022, with its base in Ramallah. The organization collaborates closely with the Palestine Red Crescent Society (PRCS) to address health and humanitarian needs in the region. Initially, FRC was established to implement a five-year project funded by the AFD, aimed at enhancing the institutional and pedagogical development of Ibn Sina College of Health Professions in Nablus. Over time, the Delegation has broadened its scope to support PRCS in various health and humanitarian priorities, including emergency medical services, first aid, rehabilitation, disability inclusion, and health education. The FRC's approach emphasizes capacity building, technical expertise, and knowledge transfer, ensuring that PRCS can effectively respond to the evolving humanitarian context while maintaining oversight in technical, programmatic, financial, and donor aspects.
Job Overview:
The Programme Coordinator position is pivotal within the FRC's operational framework in Palestine. This role involves ensuring strategic coherence across various programs, overseeing the implementation led by PRCS, and maintaining robust relationships with donors and partners. The Programme Coordinator will facilitate proactive coordination between program and support teams throughout the project cycle, supervise the Project Manager, and identify opportunities for program development and funding. The position requires adaptability to the rapidly changing humanitarian landscape in Palestine, balancing long-term development goals with immediate response needs. The Programme Coordinator will report directly to the Head of Delegation and will play a crucial role in shaping the operational strategy of the Delegation, ensuring effective monitoring and steering of program implementation, and representing the Delegation to various stakeholders.
Duties and Responsibilities:
The Programme Coordinator will be responsible for leading all aspects of programmatic design and project implementation, working closely with technical experts and PRCS counterparts. Key responsibilities include: developing and writing high-quality project proposals and concept notes in alignment with the Delegation's operational programming; supporting the program team in planning, implementation, monitoring, evaluation, and reporting of projects; ensuring compliance with FRC's international strategy and MEAL obligations; representing FRC in partnerships and humanitarian coordination; and fostering good partnership relations and capacity building for PRCS. The role also involves managing the FRC Delegation’s technical program in health, coordinating with regional experts, and supervising a national Project Manager focused on the AFD project.
Required Qualifications:
Candidates must possess at least five years of experience in a similar role, with a strong background in program coordination and staff supervision. Experience in developing new projects, donor reporting, and contract management is mandatory. Familiarity with local partners and the Red Cross Red Crescent Movement is essential, along with experience in the MENA region and specifically in the Palestinian context. A background in health or health-related projects is highly desirable. Candidates should demonstrate strong organizational, coordination, and communication skills, as well as the ability to work effectively in multicultural environments.
Educational Background:
A degree in humanitarian or development studies, or a related field, is required. Candidates should have a solid understanding of project management tools and the humanitarian coordination system, as well as knowledge of major donors and their regulations.
Experience:
The position requires a minimum of five years of relevant experience, particularly in program coordination and management. Previous experience in supervising staff and supporting their professional development is mandatory. Candidates should also have a proven track record in project development, including writing proposals and managing budgets, as well as experience in donor reporting and contract management.
Languages:
Fluency in English and French is mandatory, both oral and written. Proficiency in Arabic is considered an asset, enhancing communication with local partners and stakeholders.
Additional Notes:
The position is classified as expatriate with a fixed-term contract under French law. The salary will be determined based on the classification of the position and the candidate's experience. Employees will receive a daily per diem that varies by country, and leave entitlements range from 10 to 15 days every six months. Health coverage includes CFE and MSH, with MedEvac/repatriation insurance provided. The position is for a duration of 12 months, renewable, with a starting date in December 202
The French Red Cross (FRC) has been operational in Palestine since November 2022, with its base in Ramallah. The organization collaborates closely with the Palestine Red Crescent Society (PRCS) to address health and humanitarian needs in the region. Initially, FRC was established to implement a five-year project funded by the AFD, aimed at enhancing the institutional and pedagogical development of Ibn Sina College of Health Professions in Nablus. Over time, the Delegation has broadened its scope to support PRCS in various health and humanitarian priorities, including emergency medical services, first aid, rehabilitation, disability inclusion, and health education. The FRC's approach emphasizes capacity building, technical expertise, and knowledge transfer, ensuring that PRCS can effectively respond to the evolving humanitarian context while maintaining oversight in technical, programmatic, financial, and donor aspects.
Job Overview:
The Programme Coordinator position is pivotal within the FRC's operational framework in Palestine. This role involves ensuring strategic coherence across various programs, overseeing the implementation led by PRCS, and maintaining robust relationships with donors and partners. The Programme Coordinator will facilitate proactive coordination between program and support teams throughout the project cycle, supervise the Project Manager, and identify opportunities for program development and funding. The position requires adaptability to the rapidly changing humanitarian landscape in Palestine, balancing long-term development goals with immediate response needs. The Programme Coordinator will report directly to the Head of Delegation and will play a crucial role in shaping the operational strategy of the Delegation, ensuring effective monitoring and steering of program implementation, and representing the Delegation to various stakeholders.
Duties and Responsibilities:
The Programme Coordinator will be responsible for leading all aspects of programmatic design and project implementation, working closely with technical experts and PRCS counterparts. Key responsibilities include: developing and writing high-quality project proposals and concept notes in alignment with the Delegation's operational programming; supporting the program team in planning, implementation, monitoring, evaluation, and reporting of projects; ensuring compliance with FRC's international strategy and MEAL obligations; representing FRC in partnerships and humanitarian coordination; and fostering good partnership relations and capacity building for PRCS. The role also involves managing the FRC Delegation’s technical program in health, coordinating with regional experts, and supervising a national Project Manager focused on the AFD project.
Required Qualifications:
Candidates must possess at least five years of experience in a similar role, with a strong background in program coordination and staff supervision. Experience in developing new projects, donor reporting, and contract management is mandatory. Familiarity with local partners and the Red Cross Red Crescent Movement is essential, along with experience in the MENA region and specifically in the Palestinian context. A background in health or health-related projects is highly desirable. Candidates should demonstrate strong organizational, coordination, and communication skills, as well as the ability to work effectively in multicultural environments.
Educational Background:
A degree in humanitarian or development studies, or a related field, is required. Candidates should have a solid understanding of project management tools and the humanitarian coordination system, as well as knowledge of major donors and their regulations.
Experience:
The position requires a minimum of five years of relevant experience, particularly in program coordination and management. Previous experience in supervising staff and supporting their professional development is mandatory. Candidates should also have a proven track record in project development, including writing proposals and managing budgets, as well as experience in donor reporting and contract management.
Languages:
Fluency in English and French is mandatory, both oral and written. Proficiency in Arabic is considered an asset, enhancing communication with local partners and stakeholders.
Additional Notes:
The position is classified as expatriate with a fixed-term contract under French law. The salary will be determined based on the classification of the position and the candidate's experience. Employees will receive a daily per diem that varies by country, and leave entitlements range from 10 to 15 days every six months. Health coverage includes CFE and MSH, with MedEvac/repatriation insurance provided. The position is for a duration of 12 months, renewable, with a starting date in December 202
- A mandatory driving license is required. The French Red Cross encourages female candidates to apply and reserves the right to close recruitment before the advertisement deadline.
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