Assignment period: 01.05.2026 - 30.04.2027
Location: Damascus
Type of contract: National contract based on Syrian labour law
Type of employment: Fulltime
The Portfolio Management Unit (PFMU) of GIZ Syria supports the management, operational implementation especially with regards to overarching topics, and further developments of the bilateral portfolio in Syria. Additionally, the PFMU manages internal and external relations and partnerships across projects from a portfolio perspective, in alignment with the company strategy and priorities of the commissioning parties.
- Support the Country Director and Cluster Coordinators on relevant overarching processes and topics
- Support the integration of cross-cutting issues and foster cooperation between the projects
- Liaise with relevant stakeholders, especially in the Syrian government, build up partnerships and support the acquisition of new projects
- Provide advice and updates on activities, regulations, processes, and progress of projects within GIZ Syria (e.g., briefing documents)
- Assist in coordinating internal and external inquiries and ensure appropriate responses
- Prepare and coordinate delegation visits and support in other relevant portfolio-wide events such as the annual planning, ensuring smooth and efficient operations
- Manage the knowledge management of overarching processes relevant to the whole portfolio
- Where appropriate and reasonable, perform additional tasks upon request of the management
- University degree in social, economic or regional sciences, or relevant field.
- At least 5 years of professional experience in development cooperation or humanitarian operations, ideally in the field of portfolio management and operational planning
- 5 years working experience in an international environment on Syria or similar contexts
- Strong communication skills with the ability to work efficiently and collaboratively with both external stakeholders and internal colleagues, demonstrating a strong team-oriented approach
- Independent decision-making, excellent prioritisation and coordination skills, and ability to handle multiple tasks simultaneously, always with an interdisciplinary, solution-oriented mindset
- Willingness to learn and ability to identify improvements
- Proficiency in all MS Office applications
- Professional fluency in written and spoken English and Arabic, knowledge of German is an asset
The following minimum requirements for applications need to be fulfilled:
- Only application documents in English will be accepted. Documents in Arabic cannot be considered during the selection process.
- Mandatory documents are CV and application letter in English stating your qualifications and previous professional experiences.
The deadline for application is 04.01.2026. Only shortlisted candidates will be contacted.
GIZ is committed to diversity and gender balance. It is encouraging persons with disabilities to apply for the position.
Please submit your application to hr.syria@giz.de indicating in the subject line the respective title of the position.
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