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Country Representative for Syria, based in Damascus - Re-advertisement
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Job Description ترجم للعربية

Position : Country Representative

Contract duration : 24 months

Start Date : 1 August

Location : Damascus, Syria

Application Deadline: Applications close on 1 July, but early applications are encouraged and will be processed as they are received.

Responsibilities ترجم للعربية

The Country Representative’s responsibilities include:

STRATEGIC LEADERSHIP

  • Develop and execute an updated Country Strategy aligned with IMPACT’s global objectives and Syria’s evolving humanitarian context.
  • Identify strategic opportunities, consolidate ongoing initiatives, and explore new areas to maximize IMPACT’s relevance and effectiveness in Syria.

PROGRAMME & PROJECT MANAGEMENT

  • Oversee and guide project teams to ensure timely, compliant, and results-driven implementation.
  • Facilitate coordination and communication among IMPACT project teams and partner organizations, enabling efficient project delivery, clear roles, and impactful outcomes.

FUNDRAISING & DONOR ENGAGEMENT

  • Actively identify and secure funding opportunities in line with the Country Strategy and in coordination with HQ.
  • Lead on proposal development and manage donor relationships, ensuring alignment with strategic objectives and program priorities

FINANCE & BUDGET OVERSIGHT

  • Ensure rigorous financial management of projects, including accurate budgeting, forecasting, and timely financial reporting to HQ.
  • Identify and mitigate financial risks, ensuring optimal and efficient use of resources.

HUMAN RESOURCES & TEAM LEADERSHIP

  • Provide leadership and guidance to the IMPACT team, fostering professional development, performance excellence, and adherence to organizational policies.
  • Ensure transparent and strategic recruitment and career management processes, coordinating closely with HQ.

REPRESENTATION & COORDINATION

  • Establish and nurture productive relationships with key stakeholders, including donors, UN agencies, NGOs, and local partners, effectively representing IMPACT’s strategic interests.
  • Actively contribute to key humanitarian forums and enhance the visibility and impact of IMPACT’s work in Syria.
  • Serve as IMPACT’s legal representative in Syria, ensuring appropriate engagement and liaison with relevant government authorities in line with registration and operational requirements.
Requirements ترجم للعربية
  • Academic Excellent academic qualifications, including a master’s degree in a relevant discipline (International Relations, Political Sciences, Social Research, Development Studies, or similar).
  • Management experience Previous experience in a senior management role in an INGO at field level. Track record in successful management of teams in humanitarian contexts.
  • Familiarity aid system Familiarity with the aid system, and the research community.
  • Communication/reporting skills Excellent communication and drafting skills for effective reporting, including proven experience in contributing to high level presentations/briefings.
  • Years of work experience At least 5 years of relevant working experience.
  • Research skills Experience in assessments, M&E, field research, evaluations an asset.
  • Multi-tasking skills Ability to multitask with tight deadlines in complex environment.
  • Level of independence A self-starter with a proven ability to work independently.
  • Cross-cultural work environment Ability to operate in a cross-cultural environment.
  • Language skills Fluency in English required.
  • Security environment Ability to operate in a complex and challenging security environment.

COMPENSATION AND BENEFITS

  • Salary : Salary between 4’800 CHF and 4’920 CHF monthly (before income tax), etc as well as a monthly living allowance of 500 USD.IMPACT salaries are strictly determined by our salary grid depending on the grade of the position and the level of education of staff. A location-dependent security and/or isolation adjustment is then applied, to recognise locations where living and working conditions are more difficult than elsewhere.
  • Accommodation : Accommodation provided in the guesthouse or through monthly living allowance for rental of private accommodation.
  • Annual Leave : Annual leave of 36 days per year. Public holidays of the country of assignment. Family/compassionate leave when applicable.
  • Pension Scheme : Enrolment in Swiss private pension fund (Swisslife – approx. 9.975% of staff gross salary
  • Insurance : Health insurance, life insurance and repatriation assistance. IMPACT prioritizes the psychological safety of staff and health insurance includes up to 1000€ per year of psychosocial counselling fees.
  • Travel : Flight tickets every 6 months & visa fees covered.
  • Relocation: Luggage allowance of 20 – 100kg, depending on the length of the contract (+ luggage and personal property insurance)
  • Predeparture Induction: Three days at IMPACT Initiatives’ HQ in Geneva + one week pre-departure training in ACTED HQ in Paris, including a four day in situ security training.
How to Apply ترجم للعربية

Pleas apply directly on the website : Country Representative for Syria, based in Damascus (Link For External Applicants) | Impact

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