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Support to health partners (hospitals, care houses, rehabilitation centers, local NGOs) for the provision of comprehensive rehabilitation services (physical rehabilitation, psychosocial support and/or prosthetics and orthotics) through training, technical supervision and donations of rehabilitation material and/or equipment.
Humanitarian Mine Action
Inclusive services for people with disabilities.
Under the line management of the program Country Director, the Senior Compliance Officer is based in Damascus.
Reports to: Programme Director
Missions / Responsibilities:
Defines and oversees the compliance action plans within his/her geographical scope.
Contribute to the development of operational strategy (StratOp) in line with HI strategy, StaTechs and Development plans including development of the StratOp monitoring tool;
Expertise
2.1. Contributes towards improving HI’s response within his/her geographical scope
Internal audits & spot checks:
Is responsible for the implementation of internal audits (random check) in compliance with HI standards;
Evaluate the adequacy of internal controls, policies and procedures through spot-checks, reviews and field-visits; provide recommendations for improvements
Verifies coherency between the systems in place on the different projects and with HI’s frameworks and standards and ensures that these systems are in line with donors’ requirements
Contribute towards new policies and procedures, as well as improving current systems; support their implementation through trainings
External audits:
Contribute to preparation for audits and follow-up support on the timely implementation of audit findings and action plans
Ensure the fulfilment donors procedures.
Lead up all internal and external audits planned for the program, linking with HQ
2.2. Contributes towards defining and improving the compliance of HI projects in line with HI’s global frameworks and technical standards
Program & policies compliances:
Conduct trainings on the Anti-Fraud, Bribery and Corruption Policy: Provide professional trainings and/or induction to all staff whenever required and assess the mission and field hubs capacity of different departments and with country and field office teams prepare, organize and supervise the plan of trainings for HI personnel in Anti-fraud, bribery, and corruption policy ensuring that all HI staff in the mission receives the trainings.
Provide technical support to all staff and advise on best practices, lessons learned and compliance management
Instill a strong culture of compliance
Provide oversight across all office functions (support services and programs) to monitor compliance with internal HI policies and procedures, local laws and donor regulations
Serve as a trusted strategic partner to the mission and hub management by providing advice, guidance on risk management through risk mitigation strategies/tools to minimize threats to the achievement of organizational objectives.
Evaluate and report against adherence to existing the humanitarian accountability standards, Child protection, Gender policy, Protection of beneficiaries from sexual exploitation and abuse, Inclusive measures, minimum standards, security, compliance, audit findings, logistics, HR and procurement policies, guidelines/manuals and established procedures of the country teams, identify gaps and suggest corrective actions.
Depending on the cases, support the internal investigation following HI Syria complaint mechanism, investigate possible fraud or fraudulent cases and provide feedbacks, in link with the HQ; analyze evidence and draft investigation reports.
Other tasks as assigned by the line manager
2.3. Contributes towards the ownership of learning frameworks and methodologies by the program and by HI in general
Provide oversight and internal training over programs compliance functions in order to ensure that compliance support is rendered in accordance with the HI policies & procedures, local laws & regulation and donors’ regulations.
Provide guidance for the implementation of audits regarding purchases and/expenses realized by HI, though the elaboration / provision of methodology, tools.
Provide oversight and guidance to the different mission stakeholders about compliance, to ensure that mission and management teams are kept abreast of the adequacy of internal controls to mitigate risk, particularly significant/high risks, to the organization.
Ensures the external representation and promotion of HI’s expertise: Represents HI compliance and audit competencies in relevant regional networks;
Note that this job description must remain flexible; the list of tasks set out above is not exhaustive and is subject to changes resulting from the diversity of Handicap international activities to respond to additional tasks or changes as identified by the line manager.
Education:
Experience:
Desirable: Previous experience with HI will be an asset
Language:
Other:
Ability to work independently on own initiative
PROFESSIONAL STANDARDS:
HI workers must adhere to the values and principles outlined in HI Code of conduct. In accordance with these values, HI operates and enforces policies on Beneficiary Protection from Exploitation and Abuse, Child. Safeguarding, Anti-fraud, bribery, and corruption.
Basic salary ranges for the position is going to be paid according to the experience and to HI salary Grid.
Federation Handicap International, operating under the name of Humanity and Inclusion (HI) is an equal opportunity employer and particularly welcomes applications from Females and persons with disabilities
The position is based in: Damascus.
Basic salary for the position: according to HI salary scale.
Closing date: Applications will be accepted until 4:30 PM at the end of working hours on 22 November 2025.
· To apply, please send your CV / resume to the below email address and use the subject: “Senior Compliance OFFICER - DAMASCUS”.
Apply here: recruitment.capital@sr.hi.org
- Incomplete applications or applications received after the deadline will be disregarded.
- Applications must be submitted in English; Arabic submissions will not be considered.
- Only shortlisted candidates will be contacted.
- The recruitment process may commence prior to the closing date if suitable candidates are identified.
- Your CV must contain 2 or 3 professional references. These should be individuals from your current or previous employment who can speak to your skills, experience, and work ethic. Ensure you have their names, titles, organizations, and contact information (phone number and/or email address) clearly listed in your CV.
All offers of employment will be subject to satisfactory references and appropriate screening checks, which can include criminal records and terrorism finance checks. HI also participates in the Inter Agency Misconduct Disclosure Scheme. In line with this Scheme, we will request information from job applicants’ previous employers about any findings of sexual exploitation, sexual abuse and/or sexual harassment during employment, or incidents under investigation when the applicant left employment. By submitting an application, the job applicant confirms his/her understanding of these recruitment procedures.