الأحد، 18 سبتمبر 2011

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UNOPS Data Entry Clerk

The United Nations Development Programme (UNDP) is the UN’s global development network, advocating for change and connecting countries to knowledge, experience and resources to help people build a better life. We are on the ground in 166 countries, working with them on their own solutions to global and national development challenges. As they develop local capacity, they draw on the people of UNDP and our wide range of partners.
ملاحظة هامة : للتقدم لهذه الوظيفة يرجى تحميل النموذج الخاص بالمؤسسة ومن ثم تعبئته والتقدم مباشرة من خلال موقعهم فقط ،لتحميل النموذج الخاص بالمؤسسة يرجى الضغط هنا

Job ID/Title : UNOPS Data Entry Clerk (2 positions)
Brand:UNDP
Application Deadline :29-Sep-11
Duty Station :Ramallah
Duration of Initial Contract :One year with possibility of extension


Background:
The United Nations Office for Project Services Jerusalem Operations Centre (UNOPS JMOC) was established in East Jerusalem in late 2006. Amongst other things, UNOPS JMOC helps global and local partners, including ministries of the Palestinian Authority, design and implement projects that respond to the need of local people in the Occupied Palestinian Territory.
UNOPS JMOC is supporting the Canadian government with the implementation of two components of the Sharaka project, a 5-year program of assistance directed at strengthening the Office of Attorney General/Public Prosecution (OAG/PP) in order to enhance its contribution to the stability, prosperity and democratic development of the West Bank. The first component is a procurement component, which will satisfy a substantial part of the operational objectives of the project by supplying concrete and tangible support to the PA through (i) retrofitting the new OAG headquarters building; (ii) furnishing and equipping PP district offices; (iii) equipping the OAG/PP offices with IT equipment; (iv) providing videoconferencing facilities for the OAG/PP; and (v) purchasing vehicles for use by the OAG/PP. The second component is a technical legal assistance component, which will satisfy the structural, knowledge and capacity building objectives of the project by supplying assistance to the OAG/PP in the following areas: (i) supporting the creation of a Planning Unit within the OAG; (ii) strengthening the internal structure, organization, management and operational capacity of the OAG/PP; (iii) creating human rights and gender units; (iv) providing targeted training support; and (v) supporting Canada’s coordinating role for donor and implementing agency activities within the OAG.
The Canadian-funded Sharaka Project requires the services of two (2) data entry clerks to assist the Office of the Attorney General (OAG) in Ramallah and the Public Prosecution Service (PP) across the Palestinian Authority. These clerks will support the OAG/PP in its effort to automate its case management system through the input of designated file information into electronic form.
These clerks will be embedded with the OAG for the duration of the contract and will provide services directly to the Attorney General and its staff. Management of the clerks will be provided by the United Nations Office for Project Services (UNOPS), in conjunction with the OAG and the Sharaka Project. UNOPS will be responsible for remuneration and contract related matters. The Sharaka Project, headed by the Sharaka Field Director, will be the Project Authority and will be responsible for providing overall project-related direction to the firm in its support to the OAG. The OAG, through Head of Administration, will act as the Technical Authority providing daily supervision and substantive guidance to the dedicated clerks on matters of internal OAG management, needs and priorities, and will facilitate the clerks’ integration with the OAG.

Description of Responsibilities:
Summary of key functions:
The clerk core duties will include, but are not limited to, assisting OAG management to:
-Collecting and entering data into an electronic computer according to instructions;
-Verify data entered into computer by checking printouts for errors and correcting as required;
-Monitoring the system for malfunctions; and
-Performing other related duties incidental to the work described herein.

Impact of Results
-Successful completion of the tasks explained in the previous paragraph
-To have been an integral part of the successful delivery of data entry requirements on time. Completion of all data entry in accordance with the OAG office plan(s) and clients requirements. To have displayed a professional, dependable attitude that has operated toward making and keeping customers and a cooperative and positive spirit in working with other team members.

Competencies :
-Ability to maintain confidentiality and discretion concerning case information;
-Detail oriented;
-Comfortable working with basic keyboarding and computer navigation;
-Ability to type accurately and fast under pressure
-Knowledge of word processing software and systems (i.e. Microsoft Office);
-Ability to multi-task and work in an environment where there may be frequent distractions;
-Previous experience in data entry is an asset;
-Ability to work in a team;
-Ability to work effectively under conditions of limited or dual supervision, high stress and rapidly changing situations and circumstances.

Qualifications :
Education:
-Completion of Secondary school education. Post-secondary education, in Administration or other relevant discipline, is an advantage but not required.

Experience:
-One (1) or more years of experience in data entry is an asset;
-Knowledge of Palestinian justice sector, in particular prosecutions, is an advantage;
-Previous experience working in the public sector is an asset;
Previous experience working with lawyers or other legal professionals is an advantage

Language Requirements:
-Strong written and verbal communication skills in Arabic;
-Intermediate verbal communication skills in English


“UNDP/PAPP is an equal opportunity employer: applications from both internal and external men and women will be considered equally”

UNDP actively supports the Convention on the Rights of Persons with Disabilities adopted by the United Nations General Assembly


Important message to all applicants!
-Please be aware that the UNDP/PAPP will review your application only if you have uploaded Personal History Form (P.11) to your application. Please download the form from the following link: http://jobs.undp.ps.
-You will get the opportunity to upload the P-11 at when you apply for the position.
-Incomplete applications or applications received after the closing date will not be given consideration. Please note that only applications that are under consideration will be contacted.
UNDP/PAPP is an equal opportunity employer-
Applications from men and women will be considered equally

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Administration and Finance Officer

Founded in 1933, the International Rescue Committee responds to the world's worst humanitarian crises and helps people to survive and rebuild their lives. The IRC offers lifesaving care and life-changing assistance in over 40 countries and in 22 U.S. cities, restoring safety, dignity and hope to millions who are uprooted and struggling to endure. Currently, IRC is seeking an Administration and Finance Officer for managing Administration and Finance for the IRC Operations in Israel and OPT. The Finance and Administration Officer will report directly to the Program Coordinator.

Main tasks and duties :
Finance

-Assist in opening the office and establishing relevant finance and tax procedures
-Process and record daily financial transactions in the spread sheets, making sure that all ledgers are updated on daily basis.
-Track program/travel and salary advances for all staff, making sure that all advances are cleared before the end of the month.
-Prepare and post monthly spreadsheet transactions to general ledger.
-Supervise the processing of bank and cash transactions.
-Prepare cash forecast and Cash Transfer.
-Conduct Cash count on daily basis, making sure that the actual cash balance is tally with the balance at the spread sheets for all cash accounts.
-Ensure that fiscal cash, checks, blank check books and other important documents are probably safe guarded in the office's safe.
-Disburse Cash & Checks to the vendors and staff.

Administration
-Advise senior management on any changes regarding local laws and official ministries.
-Update all IRC information in the related ministries and other official registration and paper work with the government of Israel and PT.
-Support senior management in following up on all legal matters concerning IRC Palestine work and staff and help facilitate relations with the local authorities including ministries.
-Work as focal point for IRC's in-country attorneys.
-Manage contracts for service providers (travel agent, hotels & car service, etc).
-Manage lease agreements and landlord relationships for all IRC's premises.
-Follow up on tracking visas and residence permits for international staff, driving licenses and other official registrations and paperwork with the Government.

Job Requirements
1)University Degree in Finance, administration or related fields.
2)Minimum of 3 years professional experience in Finance or related fields.
3)INGO experience preferred.
4)Fluency in Arabic and English, Knowing Hebrew is preferable.
5) Strong sense of personal integrity.
6) Additional qualities: ability to multitask, ability to handle pressure well, ability to improvise, flexibility, cultural and environmental sensitivity.

TO APPLY: Please submit a Curriculum Vitae, a photo copy of your ID, and a cover letter to
Jordanrecruitmentatrescue.org

indicating the position for which you are applying in the subject line. Deadline for submission is 28/09/2011 and interviews will be conducted on a rolling basis

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communication specialist

Chemonics International seeks to fill in the communication specialist position explained below for its ongoing, three year, USAID-funded Investment Climate Improvement project (ICI) in the West Bank city of Ramallah.

The Investment Climate Improvement (ICI) Project will help foster the legal frameworks, transparent procedures, and private-sector participation that are crucial for both effective economic reform and sovereign international relationships.

Specifically, the project will be engaged in the following tasks:
-Supporting the Ministry of National Economy and Ministry of Finance to implement reforms that will fully prepare the PA for observer status in the WTO.
-Providing technical assistance to business associations, chambers of commerce, and other
interested stakeholders towards implementing business enabling environment reforms.
-Supporting the continued adoption of corporate governance standards in accord with
recognized best practices throughout the Palestinian private sector.
-Assisting the PA to increase revenue flows through public awareness campaigns and
introducing a single file approach to tax filing and collection.
Communication Specialist:

Principal Duties and Responsibilities:
-upport the development of a Communications Unit within the Ministry of National Economy.
-Oversee development of a web portal and related web content for the Ministry’s website.
-Oversee provision of capacity building and training to ministry employees on the technical services the Communications Unit will provide.
-Work with the Deputy Chief of Party and other ICI staff on implementing the project’s
communications strategy and related activities as they apply to MONE’s areas of jurisdiction.
-Other activities or responsibilities as assigned by the Chief of Party.

Job Qualifications:
-Experience designing and implementing communications strategies.
-Leadership skills including the ability to direct a team, provide training and mentorship, and work independently.
-Five years of relevant experience working with a variety of communications mediums.
-Expertise in working with internet-based communications tools.
-Excellent written and oral English skills.
-Bachelor’s degree in relevant subject.

Interested applicants please send a cover letter and curriculum vitae (resume) to:
icirecruitatwbg-ici.com
with the position title in the subject line, by. Sunday September 25, 2011. Application packages will be considered on a rolling basis. Qualified applicants will be contacted for an interview

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Terms of Reference and Scope of Services

Teachers' Training Consultants

Hebron University has received a Grant from the Quality Improvement Fund (QIF) – Ministry of Education and Higher Education and funded by the World Bank for the project entitled: "Improving the Quality of Education Programs for Higher Basic Stage – Social Sciences Major”. The Grant aims at developing the social science teacher preparation programs for the higher education basic level (Grades 5-10) at Hebron University, An-Najah University, Bethlehem University, and Al Quds University to better comply with the requirements of the Teacher Education Strategy.

Assignment Objective
Hebron University is considering the selection of highly qualified Trainers to assist in Planning and delivery of capacity-building modules to education faculty that offer social science courses at Palestinian Tertiary Education. The Trainings will be delivered in cooperation with the International Consultant under the supervision of the Project Director and the Project Steering Committee in the following areas:

-Methods of Teaching Social Science
-Technologies for Teaching and Learning
-In conducting the training, a special attention should be given to the requirements of section 2.3 of the Teacher Education Strategy and in particular to the standards that constrain the curriculum for teacher education programs identified in section 2.32 and the methods of teaching and learning at teacher education programs identified in section 2.33.

Detailed description of responsibilities
-Two training workshops; 16 hours each, will be conducted jointly by teams comprising local and international experts in the core areas of PRESET programs: Methods of teaching social science, andTechnologies for Teaching and Learning
-The consultant with cooperation with International Partner will be responsible for the following tasks:

-Plan Modules for the capacity building program and ensure their relevance to Palestinian needs
-Prepare and review training materials
-Decide on methods of presentation
-Design impact evaluation framework and tools
-Present and discuss the skills and the components of the training area in the light of contexts and international criteria
-Produce a well written document on the skills needed
-Prepare document on the vision, purposes, and content of the pre-service teaching practice
-Conduct 16 training hours*2 days
-Write recommendations in accordance with the suggested guidelines included in the teachers’ training plan that was approved by the ministry in 2009.

Deliverables:
-An action plan covering for 10 days
-Training module and materials
-Monitoring & Evaluation of the training program
-Any strategy documents that might be developed
-16 training hours * 2 training days
-Final report with recommendation

Qualifications & Skills:
Hebron University seeks a consultant with the minimum following qualifications:
-Familiar with the Palestinian education system and the Teacher Education Strategy in Palestine
-Minimum a Master degree in the field of Education
-Experience on teaching in schools and Universities related to one of the areas:

1-Methods of Teaching Social Science
2-Technologies for Teaching and Learning
-Minimum 3 years’ experience on teachers' training
-Experience with different training methodologies
-Good communication and writing skills in English and Arabic.
-Excellent Computer skills
-Experience in using Outlook
-The consultant cannot be on the Palestinian Hebron University payroll

Time Frame: November, 2011 / 10 working Days total.
Contract Type: Lump Sum contract
Interested applicants can E-mail their CVs, cover letter, to shoroqoathebron.edu no later than Friday 23 September, 2011

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الهيئة المستقلة لحقوق الإنسان
ديوان المظالم
The Independent Commission for Human Rights


تعلن الهيئة المستقلة لحقوق الانسان « ديوان المظالم » عن توفر شاغرين وظيفيين في مكتب الهيئة بمدينة رام الله:


مسؤول نظم المعلومات IT Officer and Webmaster


المؤهلات العلمية المطلوبة:
-شهادة البكالوريوس في هندسة الحاسوب أو في نظم المعلومات.
على أن تتضمن المجالات التالية:) علوم الحاسوب، تحليل البيانات، نظم المعلومات،
التشبيك وتواصل المعلومات، تحليل النظم، برمجة الحاسوب(

الخبرة العملية المطلوبة:
-خبرة لا تقل عن سنتين في مجال عمل مشابه.
-خبرة في برمجة قواعد بيانات.

المهارات والمعرفة والقدرات المطلوبة:
-معرفة جيدة باللغة العربية قراءة كتابة ومحادثة.
-معرفة جيدة باللغة الانجليزية قراءة كتابة ومحادثة.
-مهارات استخدام الحاسوب وبرامج ال Microsoft office, Excel, Power
.Point, Access, SPSS
-مهارات استخدام البريد الالكتروني والانترنت.
-أن يكون مقر الإقامة للمتقدمين للوظيفتين في رام الله.

يرجى ممن يستوفي الشروط أعلاه، إرسال السيرة الذاتية إلى الايميل التالي
jobsatichr.ps ، في موعد أقصاه يوم الأحد 25 / 9/ 2011 . سيتم الاتصال فقط
بمن ينطبق/ تنطبق عليه المواصفات المطلوبة.

الهيئة المستقلة لحقوق الإنسان تمنح فرصا متساوية للجنسين

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الهيئة المستقلة لحقوق الإنسان
ديوان المظالم
The Independent Commission for Human Rights


تعلن الهيئة المستقلة لحقوق الانسان « ديوان المظالم » عن توفر شاغرين وظيفيين في مكتب الهيئة بمدينة رام الله:

باحث قانوني

المؤهلات العلمية المطلوبة:
-شهادة الماجستير في القانون أو في حقوق الانسان، او في تخصص اخر ذي صلة مباشرة.

الخبرة العملية المطلوبة:
-خبرة لا تقل عن 3 سنوات في مجال العمل.
-خبرة في البحث العلمي / القانوني.

المهارات والمعرفة والقدرات المطلوبة:
-إتقان اللغة العربية قراءة وكتابة ومحادثة.
-مهارات في النقد والبحث.
-مهارات الاتصال الفعال والكتابة والتحليل.
-مهارات استخدام الحاسوب.
-القدرة على العمل بروح الفريق.

يرجى ممن يستوفي الشروط أعلاه، إرسال السيرة الذاتية إلى الايميل التالي
jobsatichr.ps ، في موعد أقصاه يوم الأحد 25 / 9/ 2011 . سيتم الاتصال فقط
بمن ينطبق/ تنطبق عليه المواصفات المطلوبة.

الهيئة المستقلة لحقوق الإنسان تمنح فرصا متساوية للجنسين

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Job Title: Director
Summary Description:

The director is entrusted and mandated by the General Assembly and Board to oversee implementation of BADIL's financial, administrative and program plans, and to contribute to the development of effective strategies towards the achievement of organizational objectives. The director is also responsible for planning and ensuring BADIL's funding and maintenance of proper and constructive relationships with BADIL's beneficiaries, target groups, as well as partners, donors and consultants, locally and regionally, and internationally. The Director also supervises the work of BADIL program units and assists in program implementation according to requirements. The Director cooperates with Board, unit coordinators and the Executive Secretary and chairs the work of the Executive Committee for this purpose.

Reports to:the Board

Responsible for: design and implementation of organizational plan and achievement of stated objectives

Key Competencies

-Has master degree in management, human rights or politics, and a minimum of 3 years work experience - OR - 7 years experience in working with human rights organizations,
-Believe in the basic rights of Palestinian people, in particular, the right of return.
-Has excellent knowledge and understanding of the Palestinian refugee issue,
-Has excellent computer and communication skills,
-Fluent spoken and written English
-Prepared to live in Bethlehem,
-Able to start work by October 1st ,
-Has the ability to implement the key activities (see below).

Applications must include: a cover letter explaining the candidate's motivation for working with BADIL; CV, at least 2 references, and a sample of the candidate's writing.

Applications must be sent by email to: boardatbadil.org no later than Sep 21st, 2011.

Only short-listed candidates will be contacted by BADIL.

Preference will be given to Palestinian applicants already living in Palestine.

Job description

Key Activities:
GENERAL
Tasks
1-BADIL strategy and plan
Monitor, adapt and continually develop the strategy, policies and procedures that reflect the mission and vision of BADIL
Accomplish stated organizational objectives
Prepare draft strategy and budget plans for the Board
2-Fundraising
Ensure BADIL funding and cash flow in cooperation with the Fundraiser and Finance Coordinator.
3-Organizational Management & reporting
Attend and contribute to Board and GA meetings: report of program activities/organizational performance and needs for adaptation, and contribute to strategic planning
Supervise and manage implementation of organizational annual and three-year plan and all related activities

Convene and chair EC meetings, and ensure involvement of EC members in organizational planning, management and reporting
Approve and control all organizational budgets, financial activities and contracts.
Control involvement of the BADIL Legal Support Network and or any supportive legal experts and UN/international agencies.
Control and supervise all BADIL publications and ensure timely delivery and quality
Approve all BADIL press releases, submissions and ensure correct representation of BADIL's public image
Submit reports to the Board, donors and partners as requested
Supervise maintenance of organizational records, archives, library and assets, as well as maintenance of program-related documentation (computer-based and hard copies)
Ensure a positive organizational image
4-Staff management

Cooperate with and supervise the work of all unit coordinator/managers and staff as needed.
Monitor and evaluate all BADIL staff performance
Assist the Board in staff recruitment; participate in the BADIL Employment Committee, ensure proper recruitment procedure and approve contracts with staff and consultants in conjunction with the Board.
Identify needs for and facilitate staff training; ensure guidance of BADIL staff
Ensure a positive work environment to staff in order to guarantee maximum effort and productivity, receive, document, and act on staff questions, suggestions and complaints; convene staff meetings according to need.
5-Representation
Represent BADIL's program (Brief about, advocate and lobby for BADIL mission locally and abroad) as needed or requested by the Board.
6-Personal Planning, Time Management
Manage own time to ensure effective and efficient management utilization
Prioritize tasks to ensure achievement and success of key deliverables