About the job

Description

Ajyal Foundation is seeking to hire a professional with experience/knowledge in mental health and/or education to oversee the development, management, implementation and evaluation of Ajyal’s programs and projects in Gaza and across Palestine. During the war on Gaza, Ajyal has supported tens of thousands of children through psychosocial activities and emergency intervention supporting the welfare of displaced children, including the provision of food, clothing and urgent essentials.

You will be working in a fast-paced environment as part of a small, tight-knit team that’s working to develop and deliver immediate emergency support interventions, and short and long term projects in close cooperation with Foundation’s team and leadership and with our partner organisations to support the education and mental welfare of displaced children, primarily in Gaza and other parts of Palestine, and other refugee communities.

They will work closely with the Senior Management, Projects Team, and the Research and Training Programme to ensure projects achieve Ajyal’s strategic priorities and objectives and offer unique response to address needs and gaps in support services for beneficiary communities.

You will bring your experience in all elements of management, strategic thinking and planning, project development and implementation, evaluation, learning and reporting. You will play a key role in ensuring Foundation’s projects and interventions address the needs of our beneficiaries, align with Foundation’s values and policies, adhere to regulations and reflect best practice in these sectors. This position requires strong leadership, excellent project management skills, and the ability to work collaboratively across teams and with external partners.

Key Duties and Responsibilities

• - Develop and oversee Ajyal’s projects and ongoing initiatives supporting mental health and education.
• Oversee Ajyal’s academic research program.
• Developing connections with academic institutions in the UK.
• Producing and updating project and impact reports (including donor and other stakeholder reports).
• Support the senior management in creating and setting organisational budgets, ensuring they are aligned with the Foundation’s annual targets, needs and resources and fundraising strategy.
• Liaising between Ajyal and their local partners to oversee the implementation of Ajyal’s programs and projects.
• Developing and managing agreements with partner projects.
• Support and collaborate with the Fundraising and Communications Team to develop, design and enact fundraising opportunities and strategies.
• Supporting Ajyal’s projects and cultural programme.
• Work with senior management to develop strategies for the sustainability and growth of the Foundation and oversee their implementation.

Experience, Skills, and Knowledge

Essential:

• Minimum Master's degree in psychology, education, or other relevant degree.
• Arabic and English fluency.
• Minimum 5 years of project development and coordination experience.
• 5 years of experience working on mental health and/or education projects.
• Experience in working on projects supporting children impacted by war, violence and displacement.
• Experience in guiding and supporting team and volunteers, including remote oversight and support.
• Experience working on projects in the MENA region.
• Excellent written and interpersonal communication.
• Excellent administration and organisational skills.
• Attention to detail.
• Takes initiative and works collaboratively.
• Ability to multitask and balance multiple priorities.
• Strong understanding of the root issues affecting the communities that the foundation strives to support

Desirable:

• Master’s degree or higher in psychology, education, or other relevant degree.
• Experience working in a tight-knit team.
• Working knowledge of Hebrew.

Personal Attributes:

• Problem solver
• Excellent communicator
• Good listener
• Relationship builder, especially with children and young people
• Diplomatic, sound judgement and advice
• Dedication to Ajyal’s mission and vision
• Integrity
• Empathetic and understanding

How to Apply

All applications should be submitted to admin@ajyalfoundation.org

For the candidate pack for this position, visit our website ajyalfoundation.org or contact comms@ajyalfoundation.org

To apply for this post, please submit your CV and cover letter. The cover letter should be no more than two pages long and explains why you are interested in this post and how your skills and experience make you a good fit. Please title the email with the job title to which you are applying. Applications will close 16th July 2025.