Programmes Manager, AJYAL FOUNDATION FOR EDUCATION Full Time

Reports to: CEO

Salary: £45,000 – £52,000 depending on experience

Ajyal Foundation is seeking to hire a professional with experience/knowledge in mental health and/or education to oversee the development, management, implementation and evaluation of Ajyal’s programs and projects in Gaza and across Palestine. During the war on Gaza, Ajyal has supported tens of thousands of children through psychosocial activities and emergency intervention supporting the welfare of displaced children, including the provision of food, clothing and urgent essentials.

You will be working in a fast-paced environment as part of a small, tight-knit team that’s working to develop and deliver immediate emergency support interventions, and short and long term projects in close cooperation with Foundation’s team and leadership and with our partner organisations to support the education and mental welfare of displaced children, primarily in Gaza and other parts of Palestine, and other refugee communities.

They will work closely with the Senior Management, Projects Team, the Research and Training Programme, communications team to ensure projects achieve Ajyal’s strategic priorities and objectives and offer unique response to address needs and gaps in support services for beneficiary communities, and communicating Ajyal’s impact and added value.

You will bring your experience in all elements of management, strategic thinking and planning, project development and implementation, evaluation, learning and reporting. You will play a key role in ensuring Foundation’s projects and interventions address the needs of our beneficiaries, align with Foundation’s values and policies, adhere to regulations and reflect best practice in these sectors. This position requires strong leadership, excellent project management skills, financial acumen and the ability to work collaboratively across teams and with external partners.

KEY DUTIES AND RESPONSIBILITIES:

• Develop and oversee Ajyal’s projects and ongoing initiatives supporting mental health, education and the cultural programme.
• Support the senior management in creating and setting organisational budgets, ensuring they are aligned with the Foundation’s annual targets, needs and resources and fundraising strategy.
• Develop connections and partnerships to support Ajyal’s projects and raise its profile.
• Produce and update project and impact reports (including donor and other stakeholder reports).
• Liaise between Ajyal and their local partners to oversee the implementation of Ajyal’s programmes and projects.
• Support and collaborate with the Fundraising and Communications Team to develop, design and enact fundraising plans and strategies.
• Work with senior management to develop strategies for the sustainability and growth of the Foundation and oversee their implementation.

Experience, Skills, And Knowledge

Essential Requirements and Experience:

• Minimum Master’s degree in development or humanities.
• Arabic and English fluency.
• Minimum 5 years of project development and coordination experience.
• 5 years of experience working on mental health and/or education projects.
• Command in budgeting and resource management.
• Strong experience in reporting and communicating for impact and presenting clear and effective reports for stakeholders.
• Experience in monitoring, evaluation and impact measurement.
• Experience and understanding of funding streams, including Trusts & Foundations and public fundraising.
• Experience in guiding and supporting team and volunteers, including remote oversight and support.
• Experience working on projects in the MENA region.
• Excellent administration and organisational skills.
• Strong understanding of the root issues affecting the communities that the foundation strives to support.
• Knowledge and understanding of UK charity eco-system.

Experience, Skills, And Knowledge (continued)

Desirable:

• Experience in working on projects supporting children impacted by war, violence and displacement.
• Experience working in a tight-knit, diverse and geographically dispersed team.
• Working knowledge of Hebrew.

Personal Attributes:

• Motivated and solution focused mindset
• Excellent communicator and a good listener
• Relationship builder, especially with children and young people
• Diplomatic, sound judgement and advice
• Dedication and commitment to Ajyal’s mission and vision
• Integrity
• Positive and proactive attitude

How To Apply

All applications should be submitted by an email via the button below.

To apply for this post, please submit your CV and cover letter. The cover letter should be no more than two pages long and explain why you are interested in this post and how your skills and experience make you a good fit. Please title the email with the job title to which you are applying.

Timeline

First interviews will be done online on a rolling basis until the position is filled. We encourage all interested candidates to apply as soon as possible.

Selection Process

All candidates will receive an update regarding their application after the closing date. We advise candidates to add the role email to their safe senders list and regularly check their spam folder.

Eligibility

Please note that the successful candidate must have the right to work in the UK.

If appointed, you will also be required to give your consent to the charity to receive regular updates on your criminal records status throughout your employment and to disclose any relevant convictions incurred during your time with us.

Equality Statement

Equality and diversity are at the core of Ajyal Foundation’s values. Staff are expected to work collectively and individually to promote a constructive and sensitive approach to others from a variety of backgrounds, where the work of others is valued and respected.

Queries

If you have any queries on any aspect of the appointment process, need additional information, or would like to have an informal discussion, please email in the first instance.