Country Operations & Program Coordinator – Syria

Arbeiter-Samariter-Bund Deutschland e.V.; Syria (VA); Remote; EUR 45,000 - 75,000; Full time

Job summary

Ein innovatives Unternehmen sucht einen Country Operations & Program Coordinator für Syrien. Diese spannende Rolle erfordert umfangreiche Erfahrung im humanitären Sektor und Projektmanagement. Sie werden als Hauptansprechpartner für die ASB-Zentrale in Syrien fungieren und strategische Prozesse leiten, um die operative Präsenz in Damaskus aufzubauen. Zudem sind Sie verantwortlich für die Umsetzung von Projekten, Fundraising und die Zusammenarbeit mit Partnerorganisationen. Wenn Sie eine Leidenschaft für humanitäre Arbeit haben und in einem dynamischen Umfeld arbeiten möchten, ist diese Position ideal für Sie.

Qualifications

• Mindestens 5 Jahre Erfahrung im humanitären Sektor.
• Erfahrung im Management von Projekten und Fördermitteln.

Responsibilities

• Koordination mit nationalen Behörden und Partnern in Syrien.
• Überwachung der Umsetzung von Projektaktivitäten in Syrien.

Skills

Projektmanagement

Humanitäre Studien

Internationale Beziehungen

Kommunikationsfähigkeiten

Analytische Fähigkeiten

Fundraising

Risikomanagement

Verhandlungsgeschick

Teamführung

Education

Hochschulabschluss in Projektmanagement oder verwandtem Bereich

Job description

Country Operations & Program Coordinator – Syria

The “Arbeiter-Samariter-Bund Deutschland (ASB)” is a German aid and welfare organisation with more than 300 branches at national, regional, district, and municipal levels all over Germany. More than 1.5 million members provide a broad social basis for our organization and more than 40,000 employees as well as over 20,000 volunteers form part of the ASB a high level of quality in areas such as rescue services, civil protection, and social services. Since its foundation in 1888, the ASB has acted as a politically and denominationally independent association ensuring a high level of continuity and reliability.

Vertragsart

temporary

Ort

Syria or Turkiye

Eintrittsdatum

01.04.2025

Unser Angebot:

Type: Remote consultancy position with frequent travel to and inside Syria
Reports to: ASB Headquarters in Cologne, Germany
Location: Locally-Based Remote Position (this position requires ideally to be based in Syria or Turkiye, working remotely without a dedicated office space)
Duration: 12-months consultancy contract (with potential extension)
Starting date: April 1, 2025
Salary: ASB offers a competitive salary commensurate with experience

Deine Aufgaben:

Key responsibilities include:

• Act as a primary liaison of ASB HQ in Syria, closely coordinating with national authorities, partners and technical teams ensuring coherent program strategies in the Syria response.
• Lead ASB's strategic process in coordination with ASB HQ to register and establish an operational presence in Damascus, Syria.
• Ensure the implementation of needs and risk assessments informing strategy development and presence in the country.
• Oversee and ensure the effective implementation, compliance, and quality delivery of ASB project activities in Syria, including partner organizations, with timely reporting to ASB HQ and donors, regular monitoring, and suggest corrective action when needed.
• Proactively pursue fundraising opportunities, proposal writing, and strategic donor engagement.
• Responsible for all operational processes in country, including Finance, HR, Admin, Logistics, IT and security.
• Supervise the recruitment of consultants, legal advisors and other support staff, in close coordination with ASB HQ.
• Conduct partner capacity assessments, support capacity-building initiatives, and ensure effective partnerships.
• Represent ASB in humanitarian clusters, coordination platforms, and liaise strategically with national and local stakeholders, partners and authorities.

Dein Profil:

Profile and Qualifications:

• Higher Education degree in Project Management, Humanitarian Studies, International Relations, or general field of study.
• Minimum of 5 years work experience in the humanitarian sector.
• Sound applied understanding of a rights-based humanitarian approach grounded in principled humanitarian standards.
• Proven strategic thinker, capable of identifying risks and opportunities for ASB’s presence and programs in Syria.
• Excellent communicator and active listener, capable of fostering effective partnerships and collaborative networks as well as representing ASB strategically.
• Demonstrated expertise in humanitarian project and grants management, fundraising, compliance, and quality assurance.
• Substantial experience in safety, security and risk management, particularly in complex and volatile context.
• Strong analytical skills, with the ability of systematically assessing partner capacities, needs and facilitating their growth.
• Previous experience in NGO registration processes is beneficial but not a requirement.
• Familiarity with coordination mechanisms including humanitarian clusters and stakeholder forums.
• Flexibility for frequent (overland travel) into Syria, ensuring effective engagement and follow-up with partners.
• Proficiency in English and Arabic.

Vielfalt und Chancengerechtigkeit sind uns ein Anliegen und werden aktiv von uns gefördert. Deswegen freuen wir uns über Bewerbungen aus allen gesellschaftlichen Gruppen, unabhängig ihrer Lebensentwürfe, kulturellen oder sozialen Herkunft, Alter, Religion und Weltanschauung, körperlichen Fähigkeiten, sexuellen Identität oder Orientierung.

JETZT BEWERBEN!

ASB is an equal opportunity employer. Qualified individuals with disabilities are encouraged to apply.
Qualified applicants should submit:

• Letter of Motivation (max. 2 pages) specifically addressing the above job description and requirements.
• CV (max. 3 pages).
• Contacts for 2 recent professional references.

Applications must be sent to: [e-mail]
Please clearly indicate in the subject line: "Country Operations & Program Coordinator Syria".
Only electronic applications accepted.
Applications not meeting the specified minimum requirements or received after closing date may not be considered.
Only those candidates short-listed for interviews will be notified. Applicants who are not selected will not receive a rejection letter.
Closing date: 21th March 2025

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