Position: Programme Assistant (2 vacancies) 

Type: Full-time (fixed-term contract)

Reporting to: Medical Programme Lead with dotted line to GBV & Women’s Empowerment Programme Lead 

Location 1: Gaza City, Gaza Strip

Location 2: Deir Elbalah, Gaza Strip

 

Medical Aid for Palestinians (MAP) is a leading UK charity dedicated to improving the health and dignity of Palestinians affected by conflict, occupation, and displacement. With a focus on the occupied Palestinian territory and Palestinian refugee camps in Lebanon, we provide vital health and medical care to those in need, particularly in crisis zones like Gaza. As part of our commitment to meeting the growing needs of the communities we serve, we're expanding our team. 

The successful candidate will be responsible for supporting the implementation and monitoring of a UN-funded Sexual and Reproductive Health (SRH) and Gender-Based Violence (GBV) programme in Deir Elbalah & Gaza City. The role involves coordinating with staff, partners, and stakeholders to ensure smooth project rollout, arranging logistics for timely implementation, monitoring project progress through regular field visits, and managing the release and procurement of equipment and medicines. The position also requires adherence to organizational policies, including safeguarding and PSEA standards, and performing other tasks as assigned by the line manager.

We are looking for someone with strong literacy, numeracy, and analytical skills, complemented by critical thinking, problem-solving abilities, and effective communication. The ideal candidate will have demonstrable experience with humanitarian NGOs, particularly in the health or protection sectors, and a solid understanding of emergency humanitarian responses. Proficiency in project monitoring, reporting, and coordination is essential. Fluency in written and spoken English and Arabic is essential, and relevant qualifications or experience in fields such as social sciences or humanities are desirable. Please visit the application link to find the detailed job description.  MAP has a zero-tolerance policy with regard to Sexual Exploitation and Abuse by MAP‘s personnel against the people they serve. Protection from Sexual Exploitation and Abuse (PSEA) is the responsibility of everyone, and all selected candidates will be required to comply with MAP's PSEA Policy at all times. Selected candidates will therefore undergo rigorous reference and background checks against their past behaviour related to sexual exploitation and abuse, and may be required to provide additional information further on in the selection process. We offer a well-rounded benefits package that’s designed to ensure our employees feel supported and valued, both professionally and personally.