Strategic & Operational Planning:
• Provide support in developing Al-Aqsa (Palestine Trust Funds) strategies, policies, procedures and programs
• Contribute effectively to the development of the PTF Strategic Framework, and operational KPIs linked to PTF strategy.
• Contribute in the development and implementation of PTF policies, procedures and guidelines
. • Provide necessary assistance in the preparation of annual administrative budget for programs and activities identified to be financed by each Trust Fund.
Project Management and Implementation:
• Assess new projects proposals and determine whether such projects are suitable for funding as per trust funds guidelines, Aqsa Fund and IsDB’s guidelines, vision, mission and objectives.
• Manage the on-going projects to ensure that the work progress is following the agreed plan and the signed contract.
• Follow up with the concerned team internally for timely disbursements of funds. • Provide necessary guidance on planning, implementation, reporting and closure. • Assess various contracts, MOUs and other legal documents prepared during the project life cycle in coordination with other departments.
• Improve projects portfolio management process, with the aim of maximizing value and successful implementation • Provide advice and technical expertise on the design and implementation process of trust funds.
Project Communication and Coordination:
• Prepare periodic progress reports on projects performance to donors and Aqsa Fund management committee
• Follow up on projects performance by travelling to sensitive areas like West Bank and Gaza as and when required. And conducting Virtual Field visits when not possible to travel • Supervise support staff and consultants in the field for timely and effective completion of projects.
• Identify the right tools, techniques, technologies and methodologies required for monitoring a running project.
• Ensure involvement of all necessary stakeholders in the assessment process of new projects. • Represent IsDB at regional and international conferences, seminars, and workshops on development programs
Emergency Response:
• Perform detailed analysis of an emergency request and ensure proper coordination with possible partners in emergency situations.
• Prepare detailed proposal memo for handling the emergency request.
• Assess the received proposals from implementation vendors for identifying the right partner for emergency projects
• Track the progress of emergency operations, review and assess the submitted progress reports
Knowledge Sharing & Innovation:
• Provide expertise and guidance to less experienced staff trust funds management techniques.
• Disseminate knowledge and technical information where and when needed.
• Prepare and present regular progress reports to keep the PTF seniors fully abreast of the latest developments in the business.