LGU Engagement Manager, USAID/West Bank & Gaza Accountable Local Governance (ALG) Activity

Position Purpose

The LGU Engagement Manager will oversee the implementation of project technical activities and coordinate with LGUs within their assigned region. This role involves close collaboration with technical component staff and supervision by the Regional Cluster LGU Engagement Team Leader. The Manager will engage with local representatives from LGUs, civil society organizations (CSOs), the private sector, and donors to implement cross-municipal activities.

KEy Duties & Responsibilities

• Manage the provision of technical support to improve municipal service delivery, financial management, social accountability and civic engagement, and implementation of national-level priorities and guidelines in the assigned region.
• Represent and manage day-to-day liaison activities, maintaining relationships with Palestinian counterparts and implementing partners.
• Oversee resources for all technical operations in the assigned region, including coaching LGU staff, CSOs, and private sector representatives in accordance with the developed engagement plans and Assistant Packages (APS).
• Develop and direct mentoring and training activities for LGU staff and relevant partners including CSOs, and private sector
• Assist in developing materials for training and management skills development.
• Facilitate coordination of ALG activities across regions, the Ramallah project headquarters, and relevant LGU, CSO, and private sector representatives.
• Support LGUs in establishing or improving mechanisms for good governance, transparency, and accountability to citizens.
• Support LGUs in establishing sound public-private partnerships with relevant private sector firms in the assigned region.
• Other duties as assigned.

Qualifications

• Bachelor’s degree in international development or related field, or equivalent work experience; advanced degree preferred.
• 9 years’ experience in program management, local governance, or citizen engagement on international donor-supported programs of similar cope/complexity, in WB&G or MENA required.
• At least 4 years of the 9 years of total relevant experience should be focused on direct experience supporting municipal development.
• Willingness and ability to travel within the assigned cluster and to Ramallah is required.
• Fluency in English and Arabic required.

The LGU Engagement Manager will report to the Regional Cluster LGU Engagement Team Leader.