Occupied Palestinian Territories : Early Recovery Technical Coordinator - Gaza

Fixed term | 6 months | ASAP

Acted

Who we are

Acted works with 19 million people across 43 countries at the intersection of humanitarian, development, climate and environmental programming. We draw on deep contextual knowledge and embrace emerging technologies to save lives, alleviate suffering, and protect and restore our planet. Working in collaboration with a growing ecosystem of local, national and international partners, we pursue one shared objective: a 3Zero World – Zero Exclusion, Zero Carbon and Zero Poverty.

Who we are looking for

You bring the core competencies required for classical humanitarian and development work, alongside an active climate and environmental conscience, and you can navigate the challenges that arise when human and environmental suffering intersect. You have an entrepreneurial mindset: you see opportunities, connect dots, adapt your approach to different environments, and take measured risks in pursuit of results. You balance principles with pragmatism, and ambition with humility.

Acted Occupied Palestinian Territory - OPT

Acted has been present in the West Bank since 2007 and in the Gaza Strip since 2008. With its office in Jerusalem, Acted has been responding to humanitarian needs and development challenges in the Occupied Palestinian Territory through an integrated approach. In view of the worsening of the humanitarian situation in recent years, and even more so since 7 October 2023, Acted is mobilized to respond to the basic needs of the populations affected by the conflict.

You will be in charge of

The Technical Coordinator is responsible for the provision of coordination and support as well as strategic planning and technical guidance on activities. He/She plays a leading role in providing technical inputs to the strategy and project development at the local and national level. Moreover, he/she supports the Project Teams in the planning, design, implementation, supervision, and potential expansion/development and administration of technica interventions.

Main duties

1. External Positioning

• External Relations

• Project Development

2. Internal Technical Support and Coordination

• Coordination

• Technical Leadership

• Staff Capacity Building

Expected skills and qualifications

• Degree in relevant field of expertise;

• At least 5 years of experience in project implementation on the field, preferably in an international context;

• Being a strong team player;

• Familiarity with the aid system, and ability to understand donor and governmental requirement;

• Excellent communication and drafting skills;

• Ability to coordinate and manage staff and project activities;

• Proven ability to work creatively and independently both in the field and in the office;

• Ability to organize and plan effectively;

• Ability to work with culturally diverse groups of people;

• Ability to travel and work in difficult conditions and under pressure;

• Fluent English skills required;

• Knowledge of local language and/or regional experience is an asset.

Terms of reference

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Conditions

• Salary between 3200 and 3400€ monthly (before income tax), depending on the level of education, security level, etc as well as a monthly living allowance of $300

• Accommodation and food provided in Acted guesthouse

• Pension, health insurance, life insurance and repatriation assistance (& unemployment insurance for EU citizens)

• Flight tickets every 6 months & visa fees covered

• Contribution to the luggage transportation: up to 100 kgs, depending on the length of the contract

• Rest & Recuperation (R&R) every 2 months, flight tickets covered up to $500 and allowance of $200

• Annual leave of 25 to 43 days per year

• One week pre-departure training in Acted HQ, including a 4-days in situ security training

• Tax advice (free 30-minute call with a tax consultant)

• Psychological assistance

• This position is classified as an international staff position under Acted’s recruitment framework. Eligibility for an international contract is therefore required.