Country: occupied Palestinian territory
Closing date: 27 Sep 2015
Market Facilitation / Development Area Manager
2 positions (One based in GAZA , 2nd position based in RAMALLAH)
Completive salary
The role
Focusing on Oxfam’s SIDA funded programme supporting poverty reduction through market development facilitation; you’ll help to strengthen programmes in Gaza and the West Bank. Specifically, you’ll look at the delivery, and implementation of our market development programmes, building relationships with stakeholders, including communities, producer organisations, key private sector companies and many more. We’ll also expect you to lead this programme at all levels including (strategic, tactical and operational).
Another important aspect of your role will include managing risks, communicating Oxfam’s work and contributing to the wider regional programme.
What we’re looking for
As well as experience in economics/ agribusiness/ agricultural economics or any other development sector related to rural livelihoods, you’ll bring a strong understanding of managing commercial partnerships with a wide range of diverse partners. Confident when it comes to working with farmers / agri - workers, you know how to turn strategy into action, how to manage programmes and projects, and how to influence key stakeholders. This is a well defined role and we’re looking for someone with the drive and vision to build on our successes here so far. A commitment to our objectives is key, especially when it comes to equal opportunity and gender policies.
How to apply:
To find out more about this role and to apply, visit www.oxfam.org.uk/jobs and quote ref: INT 1821 for the West Bank position and INT 1822 for Gaza position.
Closing date: 27 September 2015 | Start date: ASAP duration of contract subject to securing funds