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This is a local role; no expat benefits will be provided. Applicants must indicate the location(s) they are applying for in the application form.
Program Leadership and Documentation:
Lead implementation in areas of return to ensure program objectives are achieved within their areas of responsibility.
Provide leadership for program implementation in areas of responsibility, ensure all activities are coordinated and complementary.
Identify gaps, troubleshoot problems and escalate to Program Director or other senior staff as needed.
Develop partnerships with local authorities and civil society organizations to ensure Blumont is engaged in collaborative programming within the return and reintegration space at the local and regional level.
Think strategically about partnership opportunities. Proactively develop potential areas for collaboration with a focus on localization and sustainability.
Ensure all staff members and partners engaged in projects in their geographic area of responsibility are trained on and comply with the organization's safeguarding policies and procedures.
Coordinate support functions as they pertain to achieving program outcomes (including security, HR, finance, admin and logistics).
Develop and hold relationships with key stakeholders in there are of responsibility.
Serve as a coordination center for frontline staff and program leadership in Damascus. Ensure that staff have effective means to communicate challenges and are supported to openly address mistakes. Foster an environment of collaborative problem solving with integrity.
Proactively identify operational and programmatic challenges and develop solutions in coordination with Director of Program Coordination
Respond to requests for information from Damascus based staff and other area managers. Proactively share information on best practices and lessons learned.
Any other assigned duties
Stakeholder Coordination and Communication:
Engage with key stakeholders to gather insights into community interests, needs, and concerns.
Liaise with local authorities in assigned area.
Maintain strong relationships with implementing partners, communities, and contractors.
Provide regular progress reports to the Social Cohesion Manager and Senior Protection Manager
Coordinate with relevant clusters and working groups.
Project Oversight and Management:
Track workplans of teams as they pertain to the technical aspects of project implementation in their area of responsibility.
Monitor and ensure implementing partners and contractors comply with contract agreements, quality standards, and project timelines.
Conduct regular site visits to assess progress and address challenges.
Manage project budgets, ensuring efficient use of resources.
Team Management:
Train and mentor team members and implementing partners.
Foster a collaborative environment, ensuring effective communication and problem-solving.
Manage and resolve conflicts among team members and stakeholders.
Bachelor’s degree in peacebuilding, organizational development, international development or any other relevant field.
Minimum 3–5 years of experience working with vulnerable, conflict-affected, or high-risk populations in Syria
Demonstrated experience in community engagement and social cohesion
Experience implementing reintegration or rehabilitation programs for at-risk youth
Familiarity with international humanitarian principles or development standards (e.g., INEE, IASC-MHPSS Guidelines).
Familiarity with European donor-funded projects.
Team management and leadership skills.
Capability to establish effective and respectful relationships with relevant actors.
Able to train and manage a team (to listen, advise, support, solve conflicts, motivate, etc.)
Experience with participatory fieldwork, methodologies, monitoring and reporting.
Patience, strong personal organization, effective communication skills, and ability to work collaboratively in teams, and demonstrated personal accountability.
Ability to work under pressure, independently and with limited supervision.
Experience in developing and managing project budgets.
Strong computer literacy and numeracy skills.
Fluency in written and spoken Arabic; English working proficiency is an asset.
EXPERIENCE and SKILLS:
SUCCESS FACTORS:
Project Management Skills: The ability to plan, monitor, and report on project progress, as well as manage budgets and timelines.
Program Development: Capacity to design and implement structured, engaging social cohesion, community engagement, peer support, and youth activities (sports, arts, vocational training, etc.) that promote connections and build positive relationships from diverse backgrounds.
Communication and Coordination: Effective communication and coordination with various stakeholders, including team members, implementing partners, contractors, and community members.
Conflict Mediation and De-escalation: Trained and/or experienced in resolving tensions and facilitating positive peer interactions.
Teamwork and Leadership: The ability to work collaboratively within a team, as well as leading and managing others, is necessary for achieving project goals.
Monitoring & Evaluation: Ability to track engagement and progress using appropriate tools and indicators.
Ethical Conduct: Adherence to humanitarian principles, codes of conduct, and ethical standards are essential for maintaining trust and integrity.
Safeguarding and Protection: Knowledge of child protection policies, do-no-harm principles, and safeguarding protocols.
Commitment: Every Blumont team member is expected to carry out their duties in accordance with Blumont’s code of ethics, core values, anti-harassment policy, child protection and PSEA policies.
Please note: This role is contingent upon the execution of award. Hiring decisions and employment start dates are subject to funding availability.
Other Considerations:
• Candidates will be required to provide educational certification to Blumont’s satisfaction as a requirement for this role.
• Candidates from the local area are encouraged to apply.
Interested candidates are requested to fill out and attach the most updated Resume to the link below before 18 January 2026:
LINK: https://ee-eu.kobotoolbox.org/single/91wmyJ3G
Blumont is an equal-opportunity employer, values diversity in its workforce and continually strives to improve our gender balance through initiatives and policies that encourage recruitment of qualified female candidates. Due to the large volume of applications, we receive, we are unable to respond to all applicants, therefore, only shortlisted candidates will be contacted.
Blumont will review the applications on rolling basis and may close the advertisement before the deadline if the ideal candidate was found. One or more similar/different positions maybe filled in this recruitment activity depending on the applicants’ qualifications.
Blumont’s selection process will include rigorous background checks and all team members will be expected to carry out their duties in accordance with our core values, anti-harassment policy and PSEA policies