IsDB - Islamic Development Bank
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IDB3346 – Senior Trust Fund Management Specialist
Operations Complex
Al-Aqsa & Palestine Funds
Special & Trust Funds
Regular Staff
Saudi Arabia
Saudi Arabia – Jeddah
13-Jul-2024
Job Purpose:
To plan, review, assess, manage and coordinate approved Trust Funds Projects; work closely with donors, beneficiaries and other internal/external stakeholders to successfully implement identified projects; facilitate faster approval and implementation of emergency projects.
Key Accountabilities:
Strategic & Operational Planning:
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Provide support in developing Al-Aqsa (Palestine Trust Funds) strategies, policies, procedures and programs.
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Contribute effectively to the development of the PTF Strategic Framework, and operational KPIs linked to PTF strategy.
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Contribute in the development and implementation of PTF policies, procedures and guidelines.
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Provide necessary assistance in the preparation of annual administrative budget for programs and activities identified to be financed by each Trust Fund.
Project Management and Implementation:
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Assess new projects proposals and determine whether such projects are suitable for funding as per trust funds guidelines, Aqsa Fund and IsDB’s guidelines, vision, mission and objectives.
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Manage the on-going projects to ensure that the work progress is following the agreed plan and the signed contract.
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Follow up with the concerned team internally for timely disbursements of funds.
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Provide necessary guidance on planning, implementation, reporting and closure.
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Assess various contracts, MOUs and other legal documents prepared during the project life cycle in coordination with other departments.
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Improve projects portfolio management process, with the aim of maximizing value and successful implementation.
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Provide advice and technical expertise on the design and implementation process of trust funds.
Project Communication and Coordination:
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Prepare periodic progress reports on projects performance to donors and Aqsa Fund management committee.
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Follow up on projects performance by travelling to sensitive areas like West Bank and Gaza as and when required. And conducting Virtual Field visits when not possible to travel.
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Supervise support staff and consultants in the field for timely and effective completion of projects.
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Identify the right tools, techniques, technologies and methodologies required for monitoring a running project.
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Ensure involvement of all necessary stakeholders in the assessment process of new projects.
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Represent IsDB at regional and international conferences, seminars, and workshops on development programs.
Emergency Response:
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Perform detailed analysis of an emergency request and ensure proper coordination with possible partners in emergency situations.
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Prepare detailed proposal memo for handling the emergency request.
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Assess the received proposals from implementation vendors for identifying the right partner for emergency projects.
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Track the progress of emergency operations, review and assess the submitted progress reports.
Knowledge Sharing & Innovation:
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Provide expertise and guidance to less experienced staff trust funds management techniques.
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Disseminate knowledge and technical information where and when needed.
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Prepare and present regular progress reports to keep the PTF seniors fully abreast of the latest developments in the business.
Academic and professional qualifications:
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Bachelor’s degree in Engineering. (Preferably Civil, Architecture, Industrial).
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Minimum 8 years of relevant experience, of which minimum of 4 years in a development sector.
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Demonstrated experience in managing development and relief programs/operations especially in areas impacted by conflict.
Skills & Necessary Knowledge:
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Demonstrated knowledge of the economic and social challenges in Palestine.
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good relationship with different stakeholders in Palestine.
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Experience and knowledge of project fundraising and partnership with focus on trust funds and developmental endowments.
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Analytics on performance of funds and reports.
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Sound knowledge of operations including project cycle and project approval process of multilateral development banks.
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Ability to work in multi-cultural environment.
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Ability to present ideas and mobilize support around them.
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Ability to travel to the Palestinian territories on a frequent basis.
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Excellent computer skills with expertise on MS Office & SAP.
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Sound knowledge of banking activities, standards and procedures.
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Passion for Excellence.
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Problem Solving.
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Stakeholder Management.
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Strategic Planning.
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Country Portfolio Assessment.
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Economic Analysis and Assessment Fund Management.
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Fund Mobilization.
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Business Process Knowledge.
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Development Effectiveness.
Languages:
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English – Mandatory
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Arabic – Mandatory
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French – Preferred
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