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Overview

We are currently recruiting a Program Director to join our Program team.

This is an [office-based position] in [Amman – Jordan with 50% of Travel to Ramallah].

At Relief International, we are committed to building a representative, inclusive and authentic workplace. We strongly encourage applications from candidates from minoritized backgrounds those who bring lived experience of the contexts in which we work.

We are proud to be a global recruiter, hiring people from around the world. We offer competitive salaries and benefit packages for all staff, that are applied fairly and transparently. This means we are unable to advertise the salary as it is dependent on the local job market of the staff member, we will inform shortlisted candidates of the salary range as part of the selection process.

This role is classified as requiring [advanced] pre-employment checks.

About Relief International

Relief International is an international non-profit organization that partners with communities impacted by conflict, climate change and disaster to save lives, build greater resilience and promote long-term health and wellbeing. We work in 16 countries across Africa, Asia, and the Middle East, providing Health and Nutrition, WASH (Water, Sanitation, and Hygiene), Education and Livelihoods programming that creates the foundation for community resilience.

About the Opportunity

Relief International is hiring a Program Director to oversee high-quality programming in the Occupied Palestinian Territories (oPt) as part of the Senior Management Team. The role involves leading program implementation, managing budgets, ensuring donor compliance, and fostering partnerships. Working closely with the Country Director, the Program Director will play a key role in developing impactful, evidence-based programs that address humanitarian and development needs in a dynamic and complex context.

Your Responsibilities

This role includes the following responsibilities.

• Oversee high-quality programming in the Occupied Palestinian Territories (oPt) as part of the Senior Management Team.
• Lead program implementation, manage budgets, and ensure compliance with donor regulations.
• Develop high-impact, evidence-based programs and support fundraising efforts.
• Establish robust monitoring and evaluation systems to ensure accountability and learning.
• Represent Relief International in external forums and foster strategic partnerships.

  About You

  You will bring the following experience and skills.

  • Advanced degree in a relevant field such as program management, humanitarian studies, or international development (or equivalent work experience).
  • Proven experience in program development, implementation, and management in humanitarian or development contexts.
  • Strong knowledge of institutional donors, including BHA, ECHO, EU, FCDO, and UN agencies, with a successful track record in proposal development and compliance.
  • Demonstrated expertise in at least two of Relief International’s thematic sectors: Health, Nutrition, WASH, Livelihoods, or Education.
  • Exceptional interpersonal and leadership skills with experience in managing and developing diverse teams.· Strong problem-solving abilities with a creative and solution-oriented mindset.
  • Fluency in English, with Arabic language skills considered an advantage

    Research shows that women and people of colour are less likely to apply to jobs, unless they meet every single requirement. If you’re excited about this role, but your experience doesn’t align with every criteria described, we encourage you to apply anyway, you could be exactly what we need!

    How To Apply

    To apply for this post, click on the “Apply” button in the job advert page.

    • You will be asked to upload a CV and Cover Letter.
    • The cover letter should be two pages, and explain why you are interested in this post with Relief International and how your skills and experience make you a good fit.

      Closing Date

      January 8th 2025. or/and Please apply immediately we will be reviewing applicants on a rolling basis, therefore we may withdraw the position from the jobs board before the closing date.

      [Or]

      As this is an emergency response role, we will be reviewing applicants on a rolling basis, please apply today as we may withdraw the position from the jobs board before the closing date.

      As a humanitarian organization, Relief International is committed to the safeguarding of all those we come into contact with through our work. We are committed to the core humanitarian principles regarding prevention of sexual exploitation and abuse. Relief International expects all staff and volunteers to share this commitment and uphold the values and behaviors outlined in the Code of Conduct.

      Recruitment to all roles in Relief International include a criminal records self-declaration, references, and other pre-employment checks, which may include police and qualifications checks.