This position is open to candidates who have the legal right to work in the Syrian Arab Republic. Please note that we are unable to provide work permits or visa sponsorships for this position."
Are you looking for an opportunity to make a difference and become part of a dedicated team of humanitarians?
NRC Syria is now seeking Protection from Violence (PfV) Project Coordinator to join the South/Central Area (Damascus).
The PfV Project Coordinator will play a pivotal role in setting up and overseeing the day-to-day operations of the new protection from violence core competency within Syria’s South and Central (SCS) Area Office. Working closely with the Area Programme Manager (APM) and with technical support from the country office PfV Programme Development Manager (PDM), the coordinator leads the implementation of the PfV programme at the Area Office in Damascus, sub-office in Homs, and the field office in Dara’a.
The PfV Project Coordinator will lead the project's planning, implementation, and documentation following established guidelines, standard operating procedures (SoPs), and policies established by NRC in the country and ensure the contextualization of the tools when required.
Please read below for more details and send us your application today!
Duties and responsibilities
Generic responsibilities:
1. Line management of the Protection from Violence project field staff
2. Adherence to NRC policies, guidance and procedures.
3. Contribute to Protection from Violence CC strategy development project proposals and provide input on needs and gaps, considering where appropriate the role of cash-based interventions and market-based programmes.
4. Manage and implement a delegated portfolio of Protection from Violence projects (activities, budget and project documentation) in line with proposals, strategies and donor requirements and ensure high technical quality.
5. Provide regular progress reports to the APM and PfV PDM.
6. Ensure that projects target beneficiaries most in need of protection, explore and assess new and better ways to assist.
7. Promote and share ideas for improvement and necessary changes in the activities.
8. Ensure the capacity-building of project staff and transfer key skills.
9. Liaise and collaborate with relevant local authorities and other key stakeholders.
10. Promote the rights of IDPs/returnees in line with the advocacy strategy.
Click on this link to download the full Job Description: Protection from Violence (PfV) Project Coordinator G7
Generic professional competencies for this position:
• Experience: A minimum of 3 years of experience in senior protection roles is required, preferably with experience in Protection Case Management, Civilian Self-Protection, and Protection Monitoring in the humanitarian sector.
• Education: A bachelor's degree in a relevant field such as political science, social sciences, development studies, or something similar is preferred.
• Previous experience working in semi-rural and rural areas.
• Documented results related to the position’s responsibilities(Plans, Reports, communication. Etc)
• Budget management and planning.
• M&E general knowledge, and ability to develop M&E plans
• Knowledge about own leadership skills/profile
• Fluency in English & Arabic, both written and verbal
Context-related skills, knowledge and experience (shall be adapted to the specific position):
• Context-knowledge: Knowledge of the context in Syria humanitarian context and NGO operations and the dynamics of the humanitarian sector is a plus
• Data Management: knowledge of data protection standards and working experience with information data management (protection).
• Sector Experience: Previous training in protection risk reduction and/or protection of civilians, case management, and Protection monitoring
• Skills: Excellent written and verbal communication skills. Solid interpersonal and teamwork skills; collaborative approach. Highly approachable, trustworthy and confidential.
• Cultural Sensitivity: Understanding the local culture and customs and working effectively in a diverse environment, including groups with disabilities and minorities.
• Advantage: Experience in start-up projects for protection programming.
Personal qualities
Behavioural competencies
These are personal qualities that influence how successful people are in their job. NRC’s Competency Framework states 12 behavioural competencies, and the following are essential for this position:
• Handling insecure environments
• Managing resources to optimise results
• Empowering and building trust
• Managing performance and development
• Planning and delivering results
NRC Leadership Profile:
• Build meaningful relations.
• Empower people.
• Act with integrity.
• Deliver results.
We can offer
- Duty station: SCS Damascus - Syria
- Contract: Till the end of December 2026. Renewable, based on funding and performance.
- Salary/benefits: Grade 7 of NRC's salary scale (NRC Grade profile)
- NRC is an equal opportunity employer. We are committed to diversity without distinction to age, gender, religion, ethnicity, nationality, or physical ability.
- We think outside the box, encourage ideas, and give responsibility to all employees at all levels. You will have many opportunities to be heard and take the initiative.
Important information about the application process:
- This position is open to internal and External candidates.
- All interested candidates matching the profile are welcome to apply.
- When creating your profile, include your full name as given on your national identification card. Complete all the system-required fields for experience, employment history, and education.
- Candidates who do not provide complete and detailed information in the online application form may not be considered.
- The application deadline is 22 June 2026.
- Submit your application and CV in English, taking care to attach your latest CV.
- We receive many applications for each vacant position, and so only shortlisted candidates will be contacted.
- Applications that do not meet the minimum standards in terms of experience or qualifications will generally not be considered.
- Unsolicited applications not related to this specific job advertisement will not be considered.
Learn more about NRC's operations in Syria here
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