Executive Director

Natuf is a Palestinian Non-governmental Organization that promotes community development in a healthy environment. In addition, Natuf has a proven track of experience in community development, environment and infrastructure.
Natuf was established in 2002 and staffed by academic experts and professionals who aim at reaching out to the community in different fields and at finding possible solutions for current restrictions facing development issues. Natuf organization is registered and licensed by the Ministry of Interior (license no. is 7196).
Natuf seeks a qualified candidate for its current available position (Executive Director) details and qualifications of the position as follows:

Position Title: Executive Director

Position Type: Regular Employment -Full Time

Location: Gaza Office

Duration: 6 months with possibility of extension

Starting Date: ASAP

   

GENERAL POSITION SUMMARY:

The Executive Director  will basically responsible for fundraising and writing proposals respecting to donors requirements a; manage different projects of Natuf Organization to ensure best practices of projects implementation process and methodologies. Oversee work of current employee of Natuf and other projects contracted.

We are looking for an Executive Director capable of building on our current strengths and moving the organization to new levels of effectiveness across the board. The Executive Director, in collaboration with the Board of Directors, is responsible for developing the strategic vision and plan for the organization and for ensuring its financial integrity. The Executive Director has lead responsibility for successfully carrying out the plan and for recruiting and supervising staff.

ESSENTIAL JOB FUNCTIONS:

-Follow and fill requests for proposals; work on fundraising and proposal writing.

-Work closely with the Chairman of the Board (COB), Board of Directors (BOD), donors, and partners, contribute to the development of projects plans, methodology, processing forms and implementations steps, and monitoring documentation and mechanisms.

-Complete all needed reports in close communication with program coordinators and other staff and submitting them to COB for review and approval.

-Provide needed directions and assistance to Projects Team with more focus on impact and meeting project indicators of beneficiaries in order to achieve tasks in high level of effectiveness.

-Be the focal point for Nauf partners and provide timely and complete information needed to their projects' inputs under the supervision of COB.

-Maintain constructive relationships with contractors, partners and project stakeholders, providing sufficient and timely guidance.

-Manage daily work of different projects in addition to oversee the work of staff affairs including allocation of duties and tasks, reporting, and commitment inside the organization.

-Be responsible for determining staffing needs and managing the recruitment processes, including, orientation (induction) training, and evaluation of all staff, consultants and volunteers.

-Maintain a climate of respect, transparency, ethical practice and teamwork that attracts, keeps, motivates and develops a diverse staff of top quality people.

-Maintain good methods of tracking various assets and activities' facility tools inside organization.

-Prepare, facilitate, and coordinate for Board of Directors (BOD) meetings.

-Show high level of discipline and commitment to Natuf rules and regulations without jeopardizing Natuf organization policies in any way.

-Ensure overall compliance with organizational policies and procedures, donor regulations /requirements (including reporting guidelines); Palestinian law.  Promote compliance with international best practices by providing clear guidance to all staff, maintaining up-to-date knowledge of all applicable rules and regulations.  Developing monitoring systems and tools to ensure all activities are implemented and documented in accordance with policies and procedures.

-Other duties as assigned.  Occasional work beyond office hours may be required, without additional compensation.

SUPERVISORY RESPONSIBILITY: All Natuf employees.

REPORTS DIRECTLY TO: Chair of the Board (COB).

KNOWLEDGE AND EXPERIENCE:

-At least 6 years of experience or more in managing NGOs project portfolio, finance experience, including budgeting and grant management.

-Solid knowledge of fundraising and writing proposals as these are primary needs currently.

-University degree in business administration, community development, environmental and social studies or any other related field.

-Understanding of the social, political, and economic context of the Palestinian territories, especially in the Gaza Strip.

-Excellent communication, social and team building skills.

-Excellent command of English and Arabic language is a must, verbal and written.

-High proficiency in computer, internet, and MS office literacy. 

-Age should not less than 30 years old and not exceed 40 years old.

Application Process:

Interested applicants are encouraged to submit their one-page cover letter and CV by email to:

natuf@natuf.ps

Deadline to apply: November 06th, 2014.
Please make sure to mention in the email subject, Executive Director.
No applications will be accepted if the email subject is not mentioned in the email subject line.
Only short listed candidates will be contacted.
Natuf is an equal opportunity employer.