Project Delegate (m/f/d), Emergency Aid, Palestinian Territories

The German Red Cross (GRC) is part of a worldwide community assisting victims of conflicts and disasters and people affected by social or health related crises. The Red Cross / Red Crescent Movement provides vulnerable people with assistance without discrimination and adheres to the seven Fundamental Principles of the Movement: Humanity, Impartiality, Neutrality, Independence, Voluntary Service, Unity and Universality. The German Red Cross assists in disaster response, rehabilitation, and capacity building projects on appeals of their sister organisations within the Movement. The GRC acts before, during and after humanitarian crisis and supports Red Cross and Red Crescent Societies in various regions and sectors to meet the needs and improve the lives of vulnerable people.

Project Delegate (m/f/d), Emergency Aid, Palestinian Territories

GRC is currently seeking a Project Delegate (m/f/d) for the coordination of its Emergency Response projects to the humanitarian crisis in Gaza. The Project Delegate will be in charge of technically supporting and managing the project cycle of the GRC Emergency Aid projects, implemented with the Palestine Red Crescent Society (PRCS).

The cooperation between the GRC and the Palestine Red Crescent Society (PRCS) started in 1996 and consolidated with a permanent delegate presence in 2007. GRC Office is located in PRCS HQ in Ramallah and is currently composed of 3 international delegates and two local staff.

Starting date: February 2024 (or as soon as possible)

Duration: 12 months (with possibility of extension)
Location: This position will be based in Ramallah, with possible travels to Egypt or to the Gaza Strip depending on needs and based on ongoing security assessments by the ICRC

Main duties & responsibilities:

Project Management

• Together with the Head of Office, define the logic of intervention, based on PRCS strategy and the most efficient modalities of aid delivery and implementation for the affected population.
• Ensure regular monitoring of the different component of the project implementation.
• Ensure quality and timely narrative and financial reporting in compliance with GRC and back-donors’ policies and regulations.
• According to PRCS needs, support PRCS MEAL activities by suggesting tools or methodologies to enhance their external communication.
• Provide mentorship, capacity strengthening and technical support across the project management cycle for PRCS project staff, which is ultimately implementing the project activities.
• Contribute to internal and external communication about and visibility of the projects and the humanitarian context in general.
• Follow-up development of the emergency response operations on the ground notably but not limited to in terms of needs, access, logistic, through reports of the different UN clusters, IFRC and PRCS.
• Foster PRCS involvement with other humanitarian stakeholders at the appropriate levels.
• (If security situation allows) undertake regular monitoring field visits with PRCS, meet with relevant actors including branches, local committees, etc. in order to assess the efficiency of the response and consequently advise on appropriate strategies.
• Assist in the identification of new modalities of emergency response and support in developing project proposal for donor submission.

Required Competencies & Skills:

• University degree or advanced degree in a relevant field.
• At least five years’ experience in designing, implementing, and managing humanitarian programs and activities.
• Proven track of records in implementing Emergency response.
• Experience in WASH, Shelter, or Health is seen as a very strong asset.
• Ability to mentor and guide staff and provide technical support and capacity building.
• Strong programme management skills, including planning, activity tracking, finance management, monitoring, and evaluation.
• Experience and belief in working hand in hand with national or local partner organisations.
• Experience in managing donor-funded projects, preferably German Donor (MoFA) funded projects.
• Experience in working with the Red Cross / Red Crescent movement would be a strong asset.
• Excellent communication skills, the ability to build relationships at all levels, taking into account cultural and language differences.
• Flexibility and adaptation to change, proven ability to work and live in a challenging environment under changing security regulations.
• Experience in working in MENA region or fragile, volatile and conflict context will be a strong asset.
• Flexibility and adaptation to change, proven ability to work and live in a challenging environment under changing security regulations.
• Oral and written fluency in English (knowledge of Arabic is an asset).
• Ability and agreement to adhere to the Red Cross Red Crescent Fundamental Principles.
• Ability to complete a thorough medical screening process ‘working abroad under specific climate and health conditions’.
• Valid International Driving Permit.

What we offer you:

You will be part of a highly motivated professional and multicultural team. We offer you a compensation package according to the collective employment agreement of the GRC, an expatriation allowance during your mission as well as an allowance to cover your accommodation. In addition to a full insurance package, GRC is covering Rest & Relaxation (R&R). You will benefit from a comprehensive training package and receive briefings and coaching prior as well as during and after your mission. Medical check-ups and Psychosocial Support Service are included in your assignment.