UNRWA, the largest United Nations operation in the Middle East with over 30,000 staff working across five areas of operation, is looking for professionals like you.

The main responsibilities include:

In accordance with established Agency policy and procedures, the incumbent:

• Assists the Projects Officer in identifying and reviewing project needs, prepares individual project proposals and maintains the Field's project master list;
• Coordinates and follows up on project implementation with the programme and concerned service departments and in reporting to the Projects Officer any delays or problems hindering the implementation of projects;
• Coordinates with the concerned department in drafting project proposals, project progress and final reports;
• Monitors and controls financial expenditure of projects in coordination with the Administrative Officers of the programme and service departments, the Field Finance Officer and HQ Finance Department. Assists the Projects Officer in developing alternative plans in coordination with the departments to utilize balance of funds remaining after the completion of projects.
• Collects data and information on the progress of project implementation for use in the monthly monitoring report;
• Assists the Projects Officer during donor/s visits.
• Performs such other duties as may be assigned

Conditions of service:

Monthly basic salary $ 1311.8 plus an allowance of 1000 NIS payable in JD at UNRWA rate. Other benefits include:

• Provident Fund contribution (7.5 % of basic salary staff member contribution, 15% of basic salary paid by the Agency).
• Dependency allowances (if applicable).
• 30 days of annual leave.
• Compulsory medical insurance.

To qualify for this position, you will need:

Education: A university degree, preferably in social sciences, project management, business administration, development, engineering or architecture;

Work experience: At least three years of relevant experience in grants management, project management, project coordination and/or fundraising and donors relation.

Language(s): Excellent command of spoken and written English and Arabic essential.

You will also need to demonstrate the following competencies:

• Excellent communication skills.
• Excellent report writing skills;
• Proven ability in establishing effective internal work relationships at all levels and in managing/leading a team.
• Demonstrated skills in working with others and ability to handle sensitive issues;
• Direct involvement with or exposure to a unionized environment;
• Creativity and ability to take initiative.
• Ability to work under pressure.
• Good knowledge in project management cycle and results based management.
• Excellent command of relevant computer applications including word-processing, spreadsheets and databases.
• Demonstrated skills in financial tracking and monitoring.

How to apply:

To start the application process, applicants are required to register at http://jobs.unrwa.org by creating a personal profile and completing UNRWA Personal History Form. Only applications received through http://jobs.unrwa.org will be considered. Due to the large number of applications received for UNRWA vacancies, only applicants short-listed for interview will be contacted

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