IMRelief

Local Project Assistant (Food Security + Child Protection) – Gaza

Local Project Assistant (Food Security + Child Protection) – Gaza

  • Job Title: Local Project Coordinator (Gaza)
  • Organization: International Mission for Relief (IMRelief)
  • Location: Turkiye
  • Reports to: Regional Program Coordinator (Turkiye)
  • Employment Type: Full-time
  • Jobs closes on 15 May 2025
About IMRelief

International Mission for Relief (IMRelief) is a 501 c (3) nongovernmental nonprofit organization working to deliver the poor’s right to food, shelter, and clean water. Our activities are international and US-domestic. IMRelief is working in 14 countries, with primary focus on emergency response, food security, water sanitation and hygiene, and child protection.

Position Summary

We are seeking a motivated and community-oriented Local Project Assistant to support the implementation of IMRelief’s initiatives in Gaza. This role is vital for coordinating the roll-out of local projects that align with IMRelief’s mission and the needs of target communities—particularly in sectors of food security and child protection.

Key Responsibilities
  • Implement local development projects in line with IMRelief’s strategic goals, and in coordination with  the Regional Program Coordinator based in Turkiye.
  • Support the administration, management and successful delivery of existing IMRelief programmes/projects in the region, including invoicing, reporting, sourcing and mobilisation of resources and skill.
  • Develop and maintain constructive working relationships with local stakeholders, partners, and beneficiaries to ensure inclusive participation and successful project delivery.
  • Prepare periodic reports and updates for the Regional Program Coordinator based in Turkiye.
  • Monitor and evaluate project progress against objectives and timelines.
  • Oversee fund management, including tracking project budgets and coordinating the disbursement of funds in accordance with IMRelief’s financial and operational policies.

     

Qualifications
  • Bachelor’s degree in Social Sciences, Community Development, International Relations, or related field.
  • Minimum 2 years of experience in project coordination, preferably in the nonprofit or humanitarian sector.
  • Experience in food security and/or child protection sector(s).
  • Strong communication and interpersonal skills in both Arabic and English.
  • Familiarity with local community dynamics and networks in Gaza.
  • Able to work independently and manage multiple priorities with minimal supervision.

     

Desirable Skills
  • Knowledge of monitoring and evaluation frameworks.
  • Experience working with marginalized populations, including migrants, single mothers, or refugees.
  • Experience with MS-office (MS-Word, Excel, PowerPoint)

     

To Apply

Please send your CV and a brief cover letter outlining your motivation and relevant experience to info@imrelief.org by May 15th, 2025