Support Coordinator – Ramallah – PALESTINE (H/F)

A major player in the social and solidarity economy, the French Red Cross runs a network of more than 600 establishments and services in the health, medical and social sectors and in training. It also runs 12 regional health and social training institutes.

Internationally, the FRC is active in 16 countries alongside National Societies and 2 regional platforms (PIRAC and PIROI), on the following themes Health and Disaster Risk Management.

In the same way as in the activities that it develops and implements in France, the French Red Cross at the international level includes all its missions in a sustainable humanitarian action plan.

This means that emergency, post-emergency, post-crisis and reconstruction activities are coordinated in order to be as effective as possible. The aim is to carry out actions with lasting effects and to enable the population to regain their full autonomy.

Our association also wants to strengthen its presence and the promotion of its priority commitments within the International Movement.

By joining us, you will share our commitment and ethics and develop your skills.

CONTEXT OF THE POSITION

The French Red Cross opened a delegation in Palestine in 2022, thanks to a 5-year project funded by the Agence Française de Développement (AFD).

The project consists of supporting the strategic and programmatic development of Ibn Sina College of Health Sciences in Nablus, Palestine, through the redesign of the curricular to adapt it to international LMD standards, digitalization, modernization of simulations labs and creation of a continuous training center, a research Lab and PGI action plan. The French Red Cross will work in collaboration with the University of Montreal, the Palestinian Red Crescent Society (PRCS) and the Palestinian Ministries of Higher Education and Health.

Located in the West Bank, Ibn Sina College currently welcomes 300 students and has the ambition to become a « leading college in nursing and midwifery, both locally and internationally, adopting the principles of lifelong learning for its students and health personnel, through curricula based on competencies, skills and practises based on scientific evidence ». Another component of the project includes the construction of a new school to welcome Ibn Sina College students; this part is managed by AFD directly.

Furthermore, the French Red Cross (FRC) delegation is closely working with the PRCS to develop projects aiming to support their activities in the fields of pre-hospital care and first aid services in the West Bank and recently secured funds from the CDCS. The PRCS is the lead Emergency Medical Services (EMS) provider in Palestine, both in Gaza and in the West Bank, and as such, it provides support to people in need through its fleet of ambulances, training of EMS staff for appropriate pre-hospital care response and activities at community level.

Poste

Objective of the position during the mission

• Supervise and ensure financial, accounting, and budgetary management of the delegation as well as the management of administrative and legal files.
• Supervise and ensure the set-up and follow-up of the mission’s HR policy, with the support of the Head of Delegation, and coordinate its implementation in the delegation as per the country’s legislation, HR policy and FRC staff development
• Supervise and ensure the logistics’ management of the delegation.
• Ensures that support functions are strengthened, and appropriate systems are in place to adequately support programs implementation in all aspects
• Ensure the management and the capacity building of his/her national team
• Coordinate with the Palestine Red Crescent Society on logistical, financial and administrative aspects.

General description of the tasks

Under the responsibility of the French Red Cross’ Head of Delegation in Palestine, the main tasks are as follows:

RESPONSIBILITIES

• Logistics responsibilities :
  • Logistics Coordination
  • Procurement Management
  • Equipment, Stock & IT management
  • Movements’ Management & Transports
  • Security Management
• HR, administrative and financial responsibilities :
  • Financial, budget, treasury and accounting management of the mission
  • Administrative management of the Delegation’s Human Resources
  • Administrative and legal management of the mission.
  • Line management of Support Team, capitalization & reporting
• Coordination with National Society (PRCS) :
  • Logistics Coordination with the PRCS
  • Management of the financial aspects of the partnership cycle with the PRCS

POSITIONING

Line Management

• Works under the responsibility of the Head of delegation
• Supervises the Admin and the Logistics officers

Lateral Management

• Collaborates internally with: project managers and headquarters support services
• Collaborates externally with the environment of the delegation (Palestinian Red Crescent Society, local administrative authorities, RC/RC Movement components, donors of ongoing projects, other partners…)

Rejoignez-nous

You would like to join a large association that works daily with vulnerable people !

You are looking for meaning and wish to develop yourself within a company that is committed to its values.

You attach importance to the principles and values defended and carried by the French Red Cross (Humanity, Impartiality, Neutrality, Independence, Voluntary service, Unity, Universality).

Then join us !

Date de prise de poste souhaitée

December 2024

Informations pratiques liées au poste

Conditions of employment:

• Type of status: expatriate
• Type of contract: Fixed-term contract under French law
• Salary: According to the classification of the position on the CRf grid and the experience of the candidate
• Per diem: daily per diem which varies according to the country
• Leave: 10 to 15 days minimum every 6 months – Airfare paid at 100% by CRF for home travel
• Health coverage: CFE + Mutuelle MSH (covered 100%) – covered at 75% by the CRF
• MedEvac/repatriation insurance: YES
• Other insurances: Provident insurance (death and disability)

SUMMARY

• Location: Ramallah – PALESTINE
• Duration: 12 months
• Starting date : December 2024

The French Red Cross reserves the right to close a recruitment before the closing date of the advertisement and the application deadline. Thank you for your understanding.

If we do not contact you within 3 weeks, please consider that we will not consider your application.

Female candidates are encouraged to apply.

Online training

To learn more about the Red Cross Movement, we invite you to follow two online training courses, free of charge and accessible to all. W.O.R.C. (World of Red Cross and Red Crescent): this course covers topics such as the origin and history of the Movement, its fundamental principles, the emblem, the International Federation, the ICRC and the national societies. Stay Safe aims to develop a common culture of security management within the Movement. You can find these courses on the International Federation’s Learning Platform: https://ifrc.csod.com/client/ifrc/default.aspx

QUALIFICATIONS, SKILLS, AND EXPERIENCE

• Bachelor degree in humanitarian Logistics or Business Administration/Finance.
• Minimum of 3 years of demonstrable relevant experience in a similar position.
• Strong skills in managing humanitarian supply chain, notably large scale purchases (including tenders).
• Experience and understanding of main donors’ logistics and finance requirements is essential (knowledge of AFD and CDCS procedures is considered an asset).
• Previous experience managing a team and/or facilitating staff training and on-the-job coaching is considered an asset.
• Knowledge of accounting principles, financial systems, budget/cash-flow monitoring and internal accounting controls is essential
• Ability to communicate effectively with key stakeholders, especially national partners, and adapt to a dynamic environment to achieve objectives.
• Essential computer literacy (word, excel, internet).

ADDITIONAL SKILLS AND COMPETENCES

• Knowledge of the Red Cross Movement
• Knowledge and exposure to the social and cultural values of the region.
• Interest in understanding the geopolitical context
• Pedagogy and coaching for the benefit of national staff
• Flexibility and ability to adapt quickly
• Strong interpersonal skills, and proven team-player
• Able to solve complex problems and to exercise independent judgment
• Excellent written and oral communication skills
• Good analytical skills with good attention to detail
• Commitment to and understanding of FRC’s vision, mission, and values.

LANGUAGES

• Written and oral English required
• Written and oral French required
• Written and oral Arabic preferred