TITLE: Response cash project officer
DIVISION: Local
HIRING MANAGER: Response lead, HIAS Israel
SUPERVISOR: Response cash project coordinator, HIAS Israel
LOCATION: Tel Aviv-Israel
LENGTH OF POSITION: 6 months
POSITION SUMMARY
The Emergency Cash officer will play a pivotal role in the implementation and coordination of cash assistance programs in response to humanitarian emergencies. Reporting directly to the Cash Project Manager, the Emergency Cash Coordinator will be responsible for ensuring the effective delivery of cash relief to affected populations. This position involves close collaboration with internal teams, external partners, and relevant stakeholders to guarantee the timely and targeted provision of financial support.
This position offers an opportunity to contribute significantly to the effective and timely delivery of cash assistance programs, making a meaningful impact on the lives of those affected by the Israel-Gaza emergency.
KEY RESPONSABILITIES:
1. Program Implementation:
- Implement cash assistance programs in accordance with project strategy, budget and workplans.
- Support the Cash Project Manager to develop detailed project workplans
- Alongside Cash Manager conduct regular needs assessments and market monitoring
- Identify and register eligible beneficiaries and distribute cash
- Ensure the accuracy and security of beneficiary data and information.
2. Coordination and Collaboration:
- Collaborate with internal departments, partner organizations, and local authorities to coordinate cash interventions effectively.
- Alongside Cash Manager Participate in coordination meetings and maintain positive relationships with relevant stakeholders.
3. Monitoring and Evaluation:
- Alongside MEAL team with support from Cash Manager support MEAL team to implement monitoring and evaluation systems to track the impact and effectiveness of cash assistance programs.
- Alongside MEAL team and Cash Manager support collection of client feedback and adjust programming as needed
4. Financial Management:
- Work in collaboration with the finance team to manage cash disbursements, ensuring compliance with financial regulations and accountability standards.
- Provide regular updates to the Cash Project Manager on budget utilization and financial reporting.
5. Risk Management:
- Identify and mitigate potential risks associated with cash assistance programs, including fraud and security concerns.
- Implement measures to ensure the safety and security of cash distributions.
6. Reporting:
- Prepare and submit timely and accurate reports to the Cash Project Manager, detailing program progress, challenges, and achievements.
- Contribute to the preparation of donor reports and proposals as required.
QUALIFACATION AND EXPERIENCE:
- Bachelor's degree in a relevant field (International Development, Business, Economics)
- 2+ years experience in cash-based programming and emergency response.
- Familiarity with financial management and budgeting.
- Strong project management skills with the ability to manage multiple tasks simultaneously.
- Excellent communication and interpersonal skills.
- Ability to work in a fast-paced and challenging environment.
- Fluency in Hebrew; knowledge of additional languages, especially English, is an asset.
- Commitment to humanitarian principles and values.
DISCLAIMER
This job description is intended to describe the general nature and level of work being performed. It is not an exhaustive list of all responsibilities, duties, skills required or permanent location. Location is subject to change based on programmatic needs. Flexibility is essential as we grow and develop. The successful candidate must be comfortable in a fast-paced, changing work environment with many crucial deadlines. All team members may be required to perform duties outside of their normal work hours of responsibilities as needed.
HIRING PROCESS
We are committed to a fair and respectful hiring process, and we do our absolute best to respond to every applicant. We prioritize communication and transparency with all candidates, even those who are not moving forward. Here’s a snapshot of our hiring process:
Step 1: Submit your application!
Step 2: Phone screen with a Human Resources staff person.
Step 3: Interview with the hiring manager.
Step 4: Interview with a panel of HIAS employees.
Step 5: Reference check.
Step 6: Offer and background check.
Step 7: Start your professional journey with HIAS!
Note: Some of our hiring processes may vary, and not all candidates will advance to each step.
ABOUT US
Over one hundred years ago, the Jewish community founded HIAS (originally the Hebrew Immigrant Aid Society) in New York City, the immigrant gateway to America. Supporting Jews fleeing persecution and poverty in Eastern Europe, our founders were guided by the traditions, texts and history of the Jewish people—a history of oppression, displacement and diaspora. HIAS has since helped generations of Jews facing violence because of who they were, and HIAS remains committed to helping Jewish refugees anywhere in the world. Today, our clients at HIAS come from diverse faiths, ethnicities and backgrounds, as do our staff. We bring our experience, history and values to our work across five continents, ensuring that refugees today receive the vital services and opportunities they need to thrive.
HIAS is a learning community, committed to diversity and inclusion. We do our work with integrity, accountability, transparency and a commitment to the highest ethical standards. We seek employees from diverse backgrounds and life experiences to join our teams located in the United States and across the globe. People who identify as BIPOC, people with disabilities, people from the LGBTQ+ community and people with lived experiences of forced displacement or immigration are all encouraged to apply. We are committed to building a diverse workforce that reflects our vision, mission and values.
VISION
HIAS stands for a world in which refugees find welcome, safety and opportunity.
MISSION
Drawing on our Jewish values and history, HIAS provides vital services to refugees and asylum seekers around the world and advocates for their fundamental rights so they can rebuild their lives.
VALUES
Welcome • Acogimiento • Hospitalité • ????? ?????? (Hachnasat Orchim)
We Welcome the Stranger
Justice • Justicia • Justice • ??? (Tzedek)
We Pursue Justice
Empathy • Empatía • Empathie • ??? (Chesed)
We Approach our Clients with Empathy
Partnership • Compañerismo • Coopération • ?????? (Chevruta)
We Believe in Changing the World through Partnership
Courage • Coraje • Courage • ???? (Ometz)
We Act with Courage to Build a Better World
Resilience • Resiliencia • Résilience • ??? (Ruach)
We Adapt and Thrive, Continuously Demonstrating our Resilience
DIVERSITY
HIAS is committed to a diverse and inclusive workplace. All qualified applicants will be considered for employment without regard to race, color, national origin, ethnic background, ancestry, citizenship status, religious creed, age, sex, gender, sexual orientation, physical disability, mental disability, medical condition, genetic information, marital status, registered domestic partner or civil union status, familial status, pregnancy, childbirth, military status, protected veteran status, political orientation or other legally protected status.
