Position Title: Project Assistant

The Gaza Culture and Development Group (GCDG) is a non-profit and non-governmental organization established in 1990 by a group of Palestinian intellectuals aiming at promoting cultural awareness for all categories of the society. The association works on achieving sustainable development to achieve a better and sustainable future for all. It is officially registered with the Palestinian Ministry of Interior under No. 7288 since 2003. (GCDG) is recruiting a qualified candidate for the following position:

Position Title: Project Assistant

Position Type: Full time (100 %)

Location: Gaza culture and development group (GCDG), Gaza

Duration: 12 months subject to be extended based of fund availability and performance evaluation.

Expected starting Date: Based on fund secure, Expected: November 2023.

Reports to: Project Manager.

Key Responsibilities:

 Assisting the project coordinator in implementing the project work plan to meet the project objectives.

 Providing administrative support to project manager, including scheduling meetings, taking minutes, and preparing reports.

 Follow up implementing of activities with partners through trainings, meetings, workshops, campaigns, open days and other project activities.

 Organize meetings, workshops, and trainings as requested.

 Participation of the project coordinator in the effective coordination of project activities in line with the various components of the project, and with the relevant stakeholders.

 Follow up the implementation of workshops for children in partnership with various partners.

 Commitment to attend all trainings and meetings related to the project and submit reports to project coordinator.

 Preparing all administrative papers and weekly plans for the team and handing them over to the supervisor.

 Follow up on project financial statement, payments and financial reports with the participation of the project and finance officer.

 Participate in procurement in terms of planning, commissions and reports.

 Maintain effectively project participant’s database and produce reader-friendly presentations.

 Participate in feeding the project reports, sharing field challenges, complaints, success & best practices.

 Maintain efficient project documentation and archiving system of project.

 Assisting in preparing the success stories, case studies and media coverage.

 Support the implementation of MEAL activities in coordination with the MEAL Coordinator at Carrying out any other works assigned to him/her related to the project activities.

 Conduct field visits to clubs to monitor work.

 Participating in identifying the needs of clubs.

 Participating in selecting the beneficiary.

 Any other tasks requested by direct supervisor.

Qualifications and Experience:

• Bachelor degree from an accredited university in Social Sciences, Engineering, Business Administration, Development, or related field.

• At least 3 years of experience in projects Assisting and coordination and management and field work with NGOs or INGOs.

• Ability to work under pressure, independently and with minimum supervision, and as part of a team.

• Excellent interpersonal and communication skills.

• Good writing and communication skills in both English and Arabic.

• Proficiency in computer applications (MS Word, Excel).

Overall, a Project Assistant plays a critical role in supporting the successful completion of projects, ensuring that project teams are organized, on schedule, and meeting their objectives

Application Instructions:

• Gaza culture and development group (GCDG) is mainstreaming of the gender concept.

• Female and persons with disability candidates are encouraged to apply for this position.

• Interested candidates should submit their CVs, cover letter, certificates, and supporting documents in English through:

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• Deadline for applications: 15-10-2023 at 12:00 PM.

• Any Arabic applications or applications that doesn’t fulfill the requested requirements or applications after 15-10-2023 will be ignored.

• Only shortlisted candidates will be contacted.