About the Role:

• Position: Startup Manager
• Location: Al-Quds Business Center for Technology Innovation and Entrepreneurship, Jerusalem
• Reports to: Incubator Director
• Job Type: Full-Time

Role Overview:

The Startup Manager will lead and support startups within the Al-Quds University Business Center for Technology Innovation and Entrepreneurship, guiding early-stage companies through ideation, development, and scaling phases. The role requires a dynamic individual with a strong entrepreneurial spirit and the ability to mentor, develop strategic plans, and connect startups to necessary resources and networks.

Key Responsibilities:

Startup Support and Mentorship

• Provide tailored mentorship to startup founders, helping refine business models, go-to-market strategies, and value propositions.
• Conduct one-on-one sessions with startups to address specific challenges in product development, marketing, and scaling.
• Foster a collaborative environment, encouraging knowledge sharing among startups.

Program Development and Execution

• Develop and implement incubation programs, including workshops, seminars, and training sessions that address startups’ evolving needs.
• Collaborate with educational partners and industry experts to enhance program content and provide relevant, up-to-date information.
• Manage the day-to-day operations of startup programs, including scheduling, communications, and progress tracking.

Network and Ecosystem Building

• Build and maintain relationships with investors, industry experts, mentors, and alumni to provide valuable resources for startups.
• Coordinate networking events, demo days, and investor pitch sessions to showcase startups and foster connections.
• Collaborate with other business centers and incubators, including Birzeit University and Al-Najah University, to expand support options for startups.

Resource Management and Fundraising

• Identify and secure resources, including financial, technical, and advisory support, to aid startups in growth.
• Assist startups in developing funding strategies and connect them to potential investors.
• Work closely with investors in the incubator’s network, including prominent supporters of Palestinian startups, to facilitate investment opportunities.

Strategic Planning and Growth

• Develop and implement long-term strategies to ensure the sustainability and success of startups within the incubator.
• Track and report startup progress, providing insights on metrics, challenges, and successes to the Incubator Director.
• Collaborate on the creation and adjustment of strategic plans, ensuring alignment with Al-Quds University's broader mission and objectives.

Qualifications:

• Bachelor’s degree in Business Administration, Entrepreneurship, or a related field; a Master’s degree is a plus.
• 5+ years of experience in startup management, business incubation, or entrepreneurship, with a successful track record in supporting early-stage companies.
• Deep understanding of the startup ecosystem and the unique challenges and opportunities for startups in Palestine and the broader MENA region.
• Strong network of contacts within the startup ecosystem, including investors, mentors, and industry professionals.
• Excellent communication, leadership, and organizational skills.
• Ability to work effectively in a dynamic, fast-paced environment and adapt to changing startup needs.

Additional Skills:

• Knowledge of digital marketing, product development, and startup financing strategies.
• Familiarity with digital platforms and tools used for startup management and performance tracking.
• Bilingual proficiency in Arabic and English

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How to Apply:

Interested candidates are encouraged to apply by clicking the "APPLY NOW" button above. 

Dreaming of Studying at Harvard University?

We’re thrilled to host the Harvard Kennedy School (HKS) for a special session that will be held at our offices - offering essential information about HKS’s Master’s Degree programs. Led by Elisha Gechter, Senior Program Manager for Fellowships Curriculum, the session will cover variety of topics including admissions procedures, student life, financial aid, and specific fellowship opportunities.

Why Attend?

For us at JINNOVATE, this event is more than just sharing information - it reflects our vision to serve as a platform for young people from East Jerusalem and the surrounding area to explore new opportunities, pursue their dreams and make a meaningful impact. This is our commitment – to be the bridge that helps fulfill this vision by working with top institutions from the globe, including academia, medical centers, VC’s and government entities. Joining Elisha will be Jinnovate’s founder and CEO, Mahmoud Khweis, an HKS graduate and current faculty researcher. His journey exemplifies the power of academic education—a path he now brings to Jinnovate.

Event Details:

• When: Thursday, November 14 | 9:00 - 10:30 AM
• Where: Jinnovate Offices, 3 Asfahani St, 6th Floor, Jerusalem
• Zoom option available (RSVP required)

Don’t miss this opportunity to take a step toward Harvard—RSVP and Join us by clicking the "APPLY NOW" button above

Location: Ramallah, Palestine

Job Type: Full-time

Department: Marketing

Job Summary

We are looking for a dynamic and experienced Digital Marketing Manager to join our team. This role will focus on Social Media Marketing, SEO, and Performance Marketing to drive brand awareness, engagement, and growth for our product. The ideal candidate will have a strong analytical mindset, a deep understanding of digital marketing trends, and the ability to execute strategic campaigns that deliver measurable results.

Key Responsibilities

Social Media Marketing

• Develop and implement social media strategies across key platforms (e.g., Facebook, Instagram, LinkedIn, Twitter, etc.) to enhance brand presence and drive product sales
• Manage content calendar, create engaging content, and oversee community management
• Analyze and report on social media performance, using insights to improve and optimize campaigns

Search Engine Optimization (SEO)

• Conduct keyword research, competitor analysis, and on-page and off-page optimization
• Collaborate with content creators to ensure SEO best practices are followed in all website and blog content
• Monitor website performance and organic search traffic, implementing strategies to improve rankings and increase organic visibility
• Utilize SEO tools to optimize our ranking

Performance Marketing

• Manage and collaborate with our performance marketing agency to ensure campaigns align with brand goals, meet KPIs, and adhere to budget allocations
• Analyze data to track ROI and make data-driven decisions to enhance campaign effectiveness
• Continuously optimize ad copy, targeting, and creative assets to improve cost-per-acquisition (CPA) and return-on-ad-spend (ROAS)

Analytics and Reporting

• Track, measure, and report on campaign performance across all digital channels, leveraging analytics tools like Google Analytics and social media insights
• Provide actionable insights and recommendations to improve overall marketing effectiveness

Collaboration and Strategy Development

• Work closely with the content, design, and product teams to develop aligned and cohesive marketing strategies
• Stay current with digital marketing trends and emerging platforms to propose innovative strategies

Qualifications

• Bachelor’s degree (or relevant professional experience) in Marketing, Communications, related fields
• Language: Must be proficient in English and Arabic
• 3+ years of experience in digital marketing, with expertise in Social Media Marketing, SEO, and Performance Marketing
• Proven experience managing successful social media and paid ad campaigns. ● Strong analytical skills with experience in Google Analytics, social media insights, and advertising platforms
• Knowledge of SEO tools (e.g., SEMrush, Ahrefs, Google Search Console) and paid advertising platforms (e.g., LinkedIn Ads, Google Ads, Facebook Business Manager)
• Excellent communication skills, with the ability to present ideas and insights clearly and effectively

Preferred Skills

• Experience with SaaS product sales
• Certification in Google Analytics, Google Ads, or similar platforms
• Experience with marketing automation tools and CRM systems
• Creative mindset with a focus on data-driven decision-making

How to Apply:

Interested candidates are encouraged to apply by clicking the "APPLY NOW" button above. 

عن الهاكاثون:

انضموا إلينا في فعالية مكثفة تجمع المهندسين والمصممين وصانعي التغيير للابتكار وتطوير حلول حقيقية لأشخاص حقيقيين. يهدف هذا الهاكاثون إلى تحفيز روحك الإبداعية وفتح المجال أمام مشاريع ذات أثر حقيقي، خاصةً للراغبين بالمشاركة في مسابقة "تحدي الابتكار" ويحتاجون لمساعدة في تحديد الحالات التي يرغبون بتطوير حلول لها. يركز الهاكاثون على توليد الأفكار وتطوير النماذج لحلول تواجه تحديات حقيقية للأشخاص ذوي الإعاقة في مجالات الحياة اليومية المختلفة.

ما الذي ستحصل عليه؟

•  إرشاد مباشر من خبراء ومختصين
•  ورش عمل وموارد لتطوير الحلول بعد الهاكاثون.
•  فرصة لعرض فكرتك والانتقال بها مباشرة إلى مسابقة تحدي الابتكار.

مشاركتكم ليس فقط فرصة لإحداث فرق وكسب خبرة قيمة، بل ستحصلون أيضًا غلى فرصة الدخول في مسابقة "تحدي الابتكار" وفرصة الفوز بجوائز نقدية

طريقة التقديم:

هل أنت مستعد للابتكار؟ سجل الآن من خلال النقر على زر "تقدم لهذه الفرصة" أعلاه.

عن التدريب:

تقدم RISE ألمانيا كل عام حوالي 300 منحة مدة كل منها هي ثلاثة أشهر. وهو تدريب موجه للطلاب الدوليين بشرط انضمامهم مسبقًا إلى جامعة في المملكة المتحدة، أو كندا، أو الولايات المتحدة، أو أيرلندا. سيكمل المشاركون تدريبهم في أفضل الجامعات الألمانية والمعاهد البحثية حيث يتم مطابقة الطلاب مع الجامعة المضيفة وفقًا لمجال اهتمامهم. سيحصل المتدربون على بدل شهري، تأمين صحي، وتكاليف السفر. بالإضافة إلى الفوائد المالية والبحثية، سيكون للمتدربين أيضًا فرصة لاستكشاف الثقافة الألمانية وتعلم اللغة الألمانية ومشاركة ثقافاتهم مع زملائهم المتدربين.

سيكون البرنامج باللغة الإنجليزية ولا حاجة لشهادة IELTS/TOEFL أو أي شهادة كفاءة باللغة الإنجليزية من جامعتك، ولكن يجب أن يكون لدى المتدربين معرفة جيدة باللغة الإنجليزية.

المعلومات والتفاصيل:

• الدولة المستضيفة: ألمانيا.
• الجهة المستضيفة: برنامج RISE Germany للتدريب الصيفي.
• عدد المنح: 300 منحة سنوية.
• مدة البرنامج: 3 أشهر.
• مجالات التدريب: البيولوجيا، الكيمياء، الفيزياء، علوم الأرض، الهندسة، أو مجال ذي صلة.
• تواريخ التدريب: من 15 مايو إلى 15 يوليو 2025.
• آخر موعد للتقديم: 30 نوفمبر 2024.

جدول زمني مهم:

• خطابات التوصية: 15 أكتوبر – 15 ديسمبر 2024
• تقييم من قبل لجنة الاختيار: 13 – 24 يناير 2025
• إعلان المتدربين: فبراير/ مارس 2025

المميزات والفوائد:

• منحة شهرية بقيمة 992 يورو.
• تأمين صحي.
• تأمين ضد الحوادث.
• تأمين المسؤولية الشخصية.
• بدل إضافي قدره 160 يورو للسفر إلى اجتماع هايدلبرغ.
• تكاليف السفر الدولي.
• مبلغ تناسبي للإقامة التي تقل عن 23 يومًا في الشهر.
• مساعدة سكنية من الجامعات/المؤسسات البحثية الشريكة.

معايير الأهلية:

•  أن يكون المتقدم طالبًا جامعيًا.
• أن يكون الطالب مسجلًا في مجالات علوم الحاسوب، الأحياء، الفيزياء، الكيمياء، علوم الأرض، أو الهندسة (أو مجال ذي صلة).
•  أن يكون الطالب مسجلاً في جامعة في المملكة المتحدة، كندا، الولايات المتحدة، أو أيرلندا.
• يجب أن يكون الطالب قد أكمل عامين من دراسته الجامعية وقت تقديم الطلب.

المستندات المطلوبة:

• السيرة الذاتية.
• كشف الدرجات الرسمي.
• خطاب تحفيزي (مختلف لكل مشروع).
• إثبات التسجيل من الجامعة/ شهادة التسجيل.
• خطابات توصية.
• قائمة المواد الدراسية.

كيفية التقديم:

• اضغط على "تقدم لهذه الفرصة".
• إنشاء حساب في قاعدة بيانات RISE.
• إكمال نموذج الطلب عبر الإنترنت.
• تحميل الوثائق المطلوبة.

آخر موعد لتقديم الطلبات للمشاركة في تدريب RISE هو 30 نوفمبر 2024.

MA'AN Development Center is looking for an Experienced, Qualified & Dynamic candidates for the position of Director of Programs

Job Purpose:

To lead our diverse portfolio of development and humanitarian projects, with a strong focus on building resilience, empowering communities, especially women & Youth and addressing urgent humanitarian needs. We are looking for an inspiring leader who can drive impact across the West Bank and Gaza Strip in cooperation with the director of programs in Gaza.

Main Role:

The role of the Director of Programs is to work with the Director General and the Programs Team in carrying out MA’AN’s mission, strategic goals and objectives and developing and sustaining the center as a professional, efficient and effective development organization working for the resilience of our people, through supervising a wide range of programs.

Major Duties:

• Contributing to the strategic planning and direction of MA’AN Center.
• Working with the Director General on developing the fundraising strategy.
• Developing MA'AN's opportunities for cooperation with international NGOs through increasing access to global information.
• Initiating and setting goals for programs according to the strategic objectives of MA’AN Center.
• Planning, with Programs Managers, the different programs from start to completion involvingdeadlines, milestones and processes.
• dentifying and creating new strategic partnerships and expanding MA’AN’s relations with international and local NGOs and Governmental bodies
• Working with the Director General, Programs Managers, MEAL Officer & Resource Development Manager in formulating new programs, projects and proposals.
• Overseeing the planning, implementation, and evaluation of a wide range of development and humanitarian programs, ensuring alignment with organizational goals and international standards.
• Leading and mentoring program teams to achieve strategic objectives, maintain high-quality project outcomes, and foster professional growth.
• Developing and sustaining partnerships with stakeholders, including local communities, government entities, and international donors, to enhance program reach and effectiveness.
• Monitoring financial performance and budgeting for program activities, ensuring transparency, compliance, and efficient resource allocation.
• Driving program innovation and adaptation in response to emerging needs and challenges, while strengthening the resilience and sustainability of supported communities.
• Developing projects budgets and operations in cooperation with the program team.
• Developing and updating programs policy papers.
• Advocating and lobby for the rights of the Palestinian community at the national and international level.

Human Resource Management

• To lead the Program Team in carrying out MA’AN’s mission and plans.
• To be responsible for the planning, supervision of the delivery and overall success of each program.
• To supervise programs managers and inform management on progress, performance and anychallenges facing the implementation processes.
• To effectively develop and manage the human resources under his/her direction.
• To build the capacity of MA’AN staff and partners in Project Cycle Management.
• To develop and conduct performance appraisals of staff under his/her supervision.
• To develop, with the Program Team, the annual work plan & supervise its implementation.
• To assist in directing and coordinating activities of project personnel to ensure project progress is on schedule and within prescribed budget.

Program Management

• To effectively develop and manage MA’AN’s overall program including developing annual work plans, assigning resources, and identifying the scope of work.
• To co-ordinate between the program areas to ensure maximum impact of the activities and interventions among MA’AN branch offices.
• To review agreements, contracts, documents, work practices, and completed work and identify areas where changes might be necessary.
• To prepare the due diligence requested by the partner organizations.
• To prepare progress & financial reports in English and Arabic on the achievements and progress of the programs.
• To contribute to the management of various programs & projects.
• To ensure the implementation of activities are carried out in accordance with the project parameters.
• To ensure an effective monitoring and evaluation system is implemented and maintained.
• To develop and update the project-monitoring plan and monitor the indicators of the project.
• To contribute with the MEAL Officer designing and implementing the M&E activities of the Project.
• To develop & review the Monitoring Plans, with the MEAL Officer monitor and impact indicator for the project success.
• Monitor and evaluate overall progress on achievement of results.
• Monitor the sustainability of the project's results.
• Provide feedback to the Program Manager on program strategies and activities.
• To assist in preparing quarterly and annual progress reports.
• Networking:
• To identify and create new strategic partnerships.
• To represent MA’AN in local and international networks.

Qualifications and Experience:

• Education: Master’s degree in international development, Social Sciences, economics, project management, public relations, or a related field.
• Experience: At least 8 years of progressive experience in program management, with 5 years in a senior leadership role in development or humanitarian sectors, preferably within Palestine or theMENA region.

Knowledge & Skills:

• Skills: Proven expertise in program design, project cycle management (PCM), monitoring and evaluation, budget management, and partnership development.
• Exceptional leadership and communication skills with a collaborative, culturally sensitive approach.
• Extensive knowledge and understanding of NGO sector.
• Excellent management, financial management and administrative competencies.
• Excellent written and spoken Arabic and English.
• Extensive experience in report and proposal writing in English.
• Creative and innovative approach in developing new ideas and programs.
• Proficiency in Word, Excel and MS Project.
• Proficient skills in cooperation and team building. 

Personal Attributes:

• Readiness to work within a team.
• Willingness to work under stress and multiple competing demands.
• Ability to form good

Application Process:

Interested candidates can apply by filling out the form through the "Apply Now" button above. Only short-listed applicants will be contacted. MA'AN Development Center is an equal opportunity employer and encourages women to apply for all positions. MA’AN has a zero tolerance to Sexual Exploitation and Abuse and violation against Children, Protection is everyone’s responsibility based on MA’AN policies and regulations.