Senior Access and Liaison Lead

Senior Access and Liaison lead -40 hrs per week – 12 months

Estimated start date: ASAP

Based in Jerusalem

Deadline for Application: 25th March 2025

***Due to the urgency to fill this role, applications will be reviewed on a rolling basis. Kindly note that the position might be filled before the vacancy announcement is closed; therefore, early applications are encouraged.***

Oxfam is a global movement of people working together to end the injustice of poverty.

We are an international confederation of 19 organizations (affiliates) working together with partners and local communities in the areas of humanitarian, development and campaigning, in more than 90 countries.

All our work is led by three core values: Empowerment, Accountability, Inclusiveness. To read more about our values

Oxfam is committed to preventing any type of unwanted behavior at work including sexual harassment, exploitation and abuse, lack of integrity and financial misconduct; and committed to promoting the welfare of children, young people and adults. Oxfam expects all staff and volunteers to share this commitment through our code of conduct. We place a high priority on ensuring that only those who share and demonstrate ourvalues are recruited to work for us.

The Role

The Senior Access and Liaison Lead is a key figure in the AIDA Secretariat and responsible for leading all AIDA negotiations with relevant authorities within the Israeli administration. The Senior and Access Lead will:

1. Lead the development of the AIDA Access strategy for WB and Gaza (Focal point)
2. Lead relationship development with Key line ministries related to INGO operations, registration and visas including MFA, COGAT, MoD, CLA etc…
3. Work closely with UN agencies to co-chair various access working groups and develop joint positions to support INGO access in to the oPts

What we are looking for

ESSENTIAL

Generic competencies

1. Experience in a complex and volatile humanitarian/recovery context;
2. Documented results related to the position’s responsibilities;
3. Knowledge about own leadership, coordination and facilitation skills/profile;

Professional skills & competencies

1. Relevant MA Degree(s);
2. At least 8+ years of relevant work experience in access and coordination within a large NGO/INGO/UN or civil society coordination structure;
3. Strong knowledge of the key challenges facing humanitarian and development sectors in Palestine; (familiar with the context and have experience in it).
4. Demonstrated track record of addressing INGO access challenges in complex crises.
5. Demonstrated experience of building relationships with military institutions and UN agencies.
6. Strong understanding of the legal landscape for INGOs operating in the oPts and relevant legal background necessary to support INGOs in navigating bureaucratic access challenges.
7. Strong understanding on the structure and hierarchy of key line ministries and institutions within the Israeli government infrastructure.
8. Considerable knowledge of the diplomatic structures in Palestine and in relevant countries and key capitals;
9. Sound understanding of political, development, humanitarian and human rights issues, programming and operations in Palestine and Israel;
10. Demonstrated experience facilitating effective meetings, workshops and training;
11. Excellent verbal and written communication, networking and influencing skills;
12. Excellent ICT and information management skills, including MS Office, database management and survey design
13. Fluency in English and Hebrew

Desirable

• Israeli law degree
• Fluency in Arabic and/or Hebrew strongly desired

What we offer

The employee will be contracted by Oxfam with a competitive, fair and comprehensive pay and benefits package that is justifiable to our donors. Salary offered will be subject to funding available and competences.

How to apply

Interested candidates can apply for the job application by clicking Hereby no later than 25th March 2025.

We have an urgent need to fill this position as soon as possible. We will be reviewing applications as they are received on rolling basis. Candidates who meet the required criteria will be contacted for an interview. Once a successful candidate is selected, we will no longer be considering new applications. If you are interested in the role, please submit your application promptly.

Oxfam is committed to safeguarding and promoting the welfare of children, young people and adults and expects all staff and volunteers to share this commitment. We will do everything possible to ensure that only those that are suitable to work within our values are recruited to work for us.