David Issa Email & Phone Number

Palestinian Authority

As the Program Manager at Right To Play, I lead the planning, implementation, and strategic development of play-based programs that empower children in Palestine. Working as part of the Senior Management Team, I collaborate with partners, local stakeholders, and donors to ensure impactful and sustainable programs.Key Responsibilities:- Strategic Planning & Program Development: Designing and executing program strategies that address the needs of children and communities, aligning with Right To Play's global objectives.- Program Quality & Reporting: Managing robust Monitoring, Evaluation, and Learning (MEL) systems, ensuring compliance with donor requirements, and providing quality reports and updates.- Partnerships & Advocacy: Building linkages with NGOs, CBOs, and government entities, advocating for play-based approaches in child development, and enhancing the program’s visibility and impact.- Emergency Response: Supporting the development of emergency response and contingency plans, working closely with global and local teams to address crises effectively.- Financial & Team Management: Overseeing budget planning, financial reporting, and compliance, while leading and developing a team of professional staff to achieve program goals.- Policy Compliance: Implementing Right To Play’s safeguarding policies and promoting child-centered, gender-sensitive, and environmentally sound practices.Driven by a passion for using play to transform lives, I am dedicated to fostering positive change and exploring new collaborative opportunities in child development.

Palestinian Authority

In my role as Disaster Risk Reduction Project Manager at Humanity & Inclusion (HI), I spearheaded initiatives that empowered persons with disabilities and vulnerable groups to build resilience in the face of disasters. I took pride in establishing and leading the Multi-Disciplinary Rehabilitation Task Force (MDRTF), creating a coordinated network for delivering life-changing rehabilitation services during crises.Key Achievements & Responsibilities:- Strategic Project Leadership: Designed and implemented impactful disaster risk reduction projects, effectively coordinating volunteer mobilization and prepositioning essential supplies to ensure communities were well-prepared for emergencies.- MDRTF Establishment: Founded and led the MDRTF, bringing together key stakeholders to provide holistic rehabilitation support. Developed referral systems among task force members to enhance collaboration, bridge service gaps, and strengthen emergency response.- Partnership Management: Built strong, lasting partnerships with local NGOs, CBOs, and government bodies. Developed contracts, supervised partners, and managed joint initiatives to align efforts, ensuring the program addressed real community needs.- Empowering Teams: Supervised and guided a high-performing multidisciplinary team. Designed volunteer roles and supervised their activities to support crisis response, building a proactive, ready-to-act network.- Monitoring, Evaluation, and Emergency Preparedness: Established a comprehensive MEAL framework to track progress and implement improvements. Led emergency preparedness efforts, ensuring a rapid and effective response during crises.Passionate about building resilient communities, I focused on promoting dignity and access to essential services. My work was driven by the belief that, together with strategic partnerships and a strong network, we can create an inclusive world where everyone has the opportunity to succeed.

Jerusalem

As Head of Development at Caritas Jerusalem, I led programs in Food Security, Livelihoods, Socio-Economic Development, and Vocational Training, strengthening vulnerable communities across Palestine. My role focused on strategic planning, community engagement, advocacy, and program management.Key Highlights & Responsibilities:- Program Management: Directed daily operations for Food Security, Livelihoods, Community Development, and Vocational Training. Ensured quality implementation through monitoring and evaluation, aligning initiatives with CJ’s mission.- Program Design: Developed programs in WASH, agriculture, and tourism. Engaged stakeholders through committees, building networks to enhance impact.- Community Engagement: Established local action groups, integrating stakeholders to ensure programs met community needs.- Advocacy: Led campaigns advocating for policy changes in economic development, education, and employment. Promoted community needs through media platforms.- Team Management: Supervised a multidisciplinary team, fostering collaboration. Used project management tools to track progress and optimize resources.- Strategic Planning: Contributed to strategic planning as part of the Senior Management Team. Coordinated with government units, NGOs, UN agencies, and donors to align projects.- Documentation: Managed program documentation, proposals, contracts, and reports. Acted as CJ’s spokesperson, ensuring clear communication.- Financial Oversight: Managed budgets and financial systems with the finance department. Ensured compliance with procurement standards and donor regulations.- Partnerships: Built partnerships with NGOs, CBOs, and community leaders. Led proposal writing to secure funding.Driven by a commitment to sustainable growth, I promoted self-sufficiency and resilience for Palestine’s vulnerable populations.

Palestinian Territory, Ramallah

As a Financial Officer at MDLF, I played a key role in supporting municipalities by managing the financial, technical, and institutional aspects of targeted programs to enhance their financial operations and compliance.Key Highlights & Responsibilities:- Financial Management & Compliance: Assisted in preparing and implementing financial components for various programs, guiding municipalities in applying financial policies and procedures on a cash and modified accrual basis.- Contract Management: Oversaw contracts for consultancy firms and individual consultants, ensuring that all agreements aligned with project goals and were executed effectively.- Capacity Building: Directed financial management training programs, improving compliance and strengthening the financial management capacity of participating municipalities through direct support and training.- Budget Planning & Monitoring: Managed the IDTA Department's budget, prepared disbursement and procurement plans, and monitored performance through detailed plan-versus-actual reports.- Stakeholder Coordination: Collaborated directly with municipalities, offering feedback and recommendations on project developments. Reviewed Terms of Reference (TORs), Expressions of Interest (EOIs), and proposals to align with program objectives.- Financial Reporting: Prepared Financial Monitoring Reports (FMR) for the World Bank, ensuring financial documentation was accurate, compliant, and timely.In this role, I ensured effective financial management, fostered strong stakeholder engagement, and supported municipalities in building transparent and efficient financial systems.

Master Of Business Administration (Mba), Business Administration And Management, General, Distinctive Degree

Bachelor'S Degree, Finance, General