Deputy Director of UNRWA Affairs (Ops), Gaza

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Is responsible for managing Field operations cluster which includes finance, administration, human resources, procurement & logistics, and/or other functions and is the principal adviser to the Field Director on these functions; depending on field specificity, the Director of UNRWA Affairs may split the portfolios in varying configurations to meet field needs. Leads and manages, in close collaboration with other senior staff in the Field, the development, preparation, coordination and monitoring of Field Plans (Strategic and Annual Operational) and Budget, Medium-Term Strategy for the operations functions in his/her Field, ensuring integrated approach to the management of operations services and exercising decision-making authority over human and financial resources and capital assets of the Field, in line with UNRWA regulatory framework. Provides support and advice to the Director of UNRWA Affairs in implementing the Agency s reform plans; leads the implementation of pertinent reform initiatives in his/her organizational cluster; coordinates the work of cross-functional teams to achieve field-wide outcomes and promotes integration of cross-cutting issues into the field operation service framework. Provides guidance and support to senior administrative staff in his/her own area; mentors and evaluates for training purposes, as necessary. Liaises with government and local authorities to ensure their cooperation in facilitating the Agency s operations; assists the Director of UNRWA Affairs in managing and promoting inter agency and donor relations. As assigned, acts for the Director of UNRWA Affairs during his/her absence, with full responsibility for the management of the Field; undertakes relieving assignments, as required. Where applicable, acts as the Field security focal point and liaises with the Agency s Director of Security and Risk Management and the Office of Security and Risk Management in the Field, where available.