Makani Center Coordinator

Venture Association/Al Qadisyeh in Beddawi Camp announces the need for a Makani Center Coordinator. The project is implemented in partnership with Welfare Association Taawon - Funded by UNICEF.

Background: To enhance coordination and establish strong reporting mechanisms among partners across 10 MAKANI Centers, the MAKANI Center Coordinator plays a pivotal role. Makani Center Coordinator leads the coordination of activities and executes program communication and outreach strategies. The position involves managing information, facilitating internal operations, and maintaining/building close collaborations with sub-partners while overseeing the MAKANI platform and referral pathway.

Position Overview:

Location: Al Mobader Association -  MAKANI Center - Beddawi Camp

Reporting to: General director of the organization

Contract Duration: Up to December 31, 2024 (Renewable based on availability of funds and satisfactory performance)

Key Responsibilities:

The MAKANI Coordinator will coordinate and supervise all activities relating to the MAKANI Centre within the Palestinian Camp or gathering.

1. Work with the activities supervisors to design a timetable of activities in the center, as well as develop a plan for monitoring the quality and impact of those activities.

1. Coordinate with outreach workers and volunteers to identify vulnerable children in the camp and produce materials/host events to promote the work of the center, to the local community.  

1. Collect the logistic needs of the centers and act accordingly to ensure the center is fully equipped and meets the needs of the program (make procurement requests, check stock, support the delivery of goods to the center etc.)  

1. Organize regular meetings with the center staff in order to ensure the correct implementation of the program according to the working plan. Work together with the staff to regularly review and update the work plan, when needed. 

1. The center coordinator with the activities supervisors should regularly identify trainings needed by the center staff and report these needs. should make sure all center staff are training child protection and other basic requirements.

1. Collect the logistic needs of the centers and act accordingly to ensure the center is fully equipped and meets the needs of the program (make procurement requests, check stock, support the delivery of goods to the center etc.)  

1. Be responsible for collecting all beneficiary data (child registration forms, child attendance forms, child progress forms etc.) and sharing it on a monthly basis.  

1. Develop and implement strategies to foster community engagement and participation in MAKANI Centre activities including action plans in collaboration with the ECE staff
2. Collaborate with internal and external stakeholders to ensure the effective delivery of services and programs at the MAKANI Centre.
3. Monitor and evaluate the impact of MAKANI Centre activities on the target community, providing regular reports to the management team.
4. Provide supervision and support to MAKANI Centre staff, including volunteers and facilitators.
5. Represent Al Mobader Association in related meetings and events.
6. Ensure compliance with Al Mobader Association relevant policies, procedures, and regulations.
7. Undertake any other duties as assigned by the coordinator and management team.

Qualifications and Experience:

• - A bachelor’s degree in a relevant field (e.g., social work, community development, education, etc.) is required.
• - Preferred: At least three years of supervisory experience in community development, program coordination, or a related field.
• - Highly desirable: Experience working with vulnerable populations, particularly Palestinian children and youth.
• - Essential: Strong communication, interpersonal, and leadership skills.
• - Ability to work effectively in a multicultural and multidisciplinary team.
• - Proficiency in relevant languages (e.g., Arabic, English, etc.).
• - Full knowledge of child protection policy and commitment to all its terms, and the prevention of any kind of violence or exploitation of either gender.
• - Priority will be given to fully qualify registered Palestinian refugees’ candidates residing in Beddawi camp and its surroundings.
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• Venture Association/Al Qadisyeh has a zero-tolerance policy for any form of exploitation, sexual abuse, or maltreatment in any context or at any time. A thorough assessment will be conducted on the successful candidate’s past behavior and performance in previous roles to ensure no involvement in such serious violations.

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