LGU Engagement Manager

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Position Title: LGU Engagement Manager
Location: Gaza
Country: Palestine
Deadline Date:

Job Details

Job Posting Organization:
The organization is focused on enhancing local governance and community engagement in the West Bank and Gaza (WB&G) region. It aims to improve municipal service delivery and promote civic engagement through collaboration with local government units (LGUs), civil society organizations (CSOs), and the private sector. The organization operates in various regions within Palestine, working closely with international donors to implement programs that align with national priorities and guidelines.

Job Overview:
The LGU Engagement Manager is responsible for overseeing the implementation of project technical activities and coordinating with local government units (LGUs) within their assigned region. This role requires close collaboration with technical component staff and supervision by the Regional Cluster LGU Engagement Team Leader. The Manager will engage with local representatives from LGUs, civil society organizations (CSOs), the private sector, and donors to implement cross-municipal activities. The position is crucial for ensuring that municipal services are delivered effectively and that there is a strong emphasis on financial management, social accountability, and civic engagement. The Manager will also play a key role in developing training materials and mentoring LGU staff to enhance their capabilities in governance and service delivery.

Duties and Responsibilities:

• Manage the provision of technical support to improve municipal service delivery, financial management, social accountability, and civic engagement in the assigned region.
• Represent and manage day-to-day liaison activities, maintaining relationships with Palestinian counterparts and implementing partners.
• Oversee resources for all technical operations in the assigned region, including coaching LGU staff, CSOs, and private sector representatives in accordance with the developed engagement plans and Assistant Packages (APS).
• Develop and direct mentoring and training activities for LGU staff and relevant partners including CSOs and the private sector.
• Assist in developing materials for training and management skills development.
• Facilitate coordination of ALG activities across regions, the Ramallah project headquarters, and relevant LGU, CSO, and private sector representatives.
• Support LGUs in establishing or improving mechanisms for good governance, transparency, and accountability to citizens.
• Support LGUs in establishing sound public-private partnerships with relevant private sector firms in the assigned region.
• Perform other duties as assigned.

Required Qualifications:

• Bachelor’s degree in international development or a related field, or equivalent work experience; an advanced degree is preferred.
• A minimum of 9 years’ experience in program management, local governance, or citizen engagement on international donor-supported programs of similar scope and complexity, specifically in the West Bank and Gaza or MENA region.
• At least 4 years of the 9 years of total relevant experience should be focused on direct experience supporting municipal development.
• Willingness and ability to travel within the assigned cluster and to Ramallah is required.
• Fluency in English and Arabic is required.

Educational Background:
The position requires a Bachelor’s degree in international development or a related field. An advanced degree is preferred, indicating a higher level of expertise and understanding of the complexities involved in local governance and community engagement.

Experience:
The ideal candidate should have a minimum of 9 years of experience in program management, local governance, or citizen engagement, particularly in international donor-supported programs. This experience should include at least 4 years focused specifically on municipal development, demonstrating a deep understanding of the challenges and opportunities within this sector. The candidate should also be willing to travel within the assigned cluster and to Ramallah as part of their responsibilities.

Languages:
Fluency in both English and Arabic is mandatory for this position, as effective communication with local stakeholders and international partners is essential. Proficiency in additional languages may be considered an asset but is not required.

Additional Notes:
The LGU Engagement Manager will report to the Regional Cluster LGU Engagement Team Leader. The job may involve full-time engagement with a focus on collaboration with various stakeholders, including local government units, civil society organizations, and the private sector. The position may also require flexibility in working hours to accommodate meetings and activities across different regions.