عن المشغل

The Palestinian Employment Fund (PEF) is a national institution was established by Presidential Decree No. 9 of 2003 as a national institution with legal personality and financial authority to contribute to economic growth by activating and motivating labor market policies, as well as implementing programs and projects aimed at creating and generating sustained job opportunities.

الوصف الوظيفي

Position Type: Full-time Employment
Location: Ramallah Office
Duration: 9 months with possibility of extension
Department: Entrepreneurship Office

 

The Palestinian Employment Fund (PEF) was established by Presidential Decree No. 9 of 2003 as a national institution with legal personality and independent financial authority to contribute to economic growth by activating and motivating labour market policies and implementing programs and projects aimed at creating and generating sustained job opportunities.

PEF (Ramallah Office) is seeking a qualified, experienced, results-oriented Director of Entrepreneurship Office to carry out duties and tasks according to the scope of work of this assignment.

 

GENERAL POSITION SUMMARY:

The Director of Entrepreneurship Office will be responsible for leading the design, management, and strategic development of entrepreneurship initiatives implemented by PEF. This includes strengthening the national entrepreneurship ecosystem, promoting innovation and startup growth, and supporting small and medium enterprises to enhance employment generation and economic empowerment. The Director will oversee the planning and coordination of entrepreneurship programs in alignment with national priorities and donor-funded projects.

متطلبات الفرصة

ESSENTIAL JOB FUNCTIONS:

§  Lead the development, implementation, and monitoring of national entrepreneurship programs and projects.

§  Supervise the Entrepreneurship Office team to ensure effective coordination and timely delivery of results.

§  Design interventions that promote startup creation, innovation, and SME sustainability.

§  Build and maintain strategic partnerships with donors, investors, accelerators, and private sector actors.

§  Oversee the development and operation of the Entrepreneurship Portal to enhance access to entrepreneurship services.

§  Coordinate with relevant departments and partners to ensure complementarity between programs and projects.

§  Develop project proposals, concept notes, and progress reports for donor submission and management review.

§  Monitor project performance, budgets, and outputs in line with PEF’s strategic framework.

§  Promote inclusion of women and youth in entrepreneurship and innovation programs.

§  Represent PEF and the Entrepreneurship Office in relevant national and international meetings, workshops, and events.

§  Contribute to visibility, communication, and outreach strategies to highlight achievements and best practices.

§  Perform other duties as assigned by the Minister of Labor / Chairwoman of PEF.

الشروط

SUPERVISORY RESPONSIBILITY:

§  Yes. (The Director of Entrepreneurship Office supervises all staff, consultants, and interns within the unit.)

§  POSITION REPORTS TO:

§  Minister of Labor – Chairwoman of the Palestinian Employment Fund

 

§  REQUIRED QUALIFICATIONS, KNOWLEDGE, AND EXPERIENCE:

§  Master’s degree (or Bachelor’s with extensive experience) in Business Administration, Entrepreneurship, Economics, or related field.

§  Minimum of 5–7 years of experience in entrepreneurship development, startup support, or SME promotion.

§  Proven experience in project management and partnership coordination with donors and development agencies.

§  Strong understanding of Palestine’s economic, innovation, and entrepreneurship landscape.

§  Excellent leadership, communication, and strategic planning skills.

§  Strong analytical and problem-solving abilities.

§  Proficiency in English and Arabic (spoken and written).

§  Excellent command of Microsoft Office and relevant management tools.

 

SUCCESS FACTORS:

Visionary leadership and strategic thinking.

Ability to build strong networks and partnerships.

Strong teamwork and coordination skills.

Excellent time management and ability to work under pressure.

High sense of professionalism, accountability, and innovation.

For those interested in applying, please submit an updated CV and a one-page cover letter by submitting your application through the Palestinian Employment Fund's portal.