A. Liaison and Networking

• Build and maintain relationships with UN agencies, institutional donors, INGOs, and diplomatic missions.

• Represent the organization in external meetings and coordination mechanisms based in Damascus.

  B. Establishing and Managing the Damascus Office

• Lead the establishment and registration of the organization's office in Damascus.

• Oversee the management of the office, including identifying and addressing needs and resources.

  C. Donor Mapping and Coordination

• Conduct donor mapping and establish coordination mechanisms with UN agencies and other stakeholders.

• Identify funding opportunities and foster relationships with potential donors.

  D. External Relations with Authorities

• Serve as the primary point of contact with local authorities to ensure compliance with host country requirements.

• Maintain open and transparent communication with government entities.

  E. Financial and Administrative Oversight

• Oversee the financial management of the Damascus office, including budgeting and reporting.

• Ensure adherence to donor regulations, internal policies, and local laws.

  F. Security and Risk Mitigation

• Assess and monitor the security situation, ensuring staff safety and risk mitigation.

• Develop and implement a comprehensive security management plan.

  G. Compliance and Legal Requirements

• Ensure compliance with all host country legal requirements and organizational policies.

• Monitor and adapt to changes in legal and regulatory frameworks in Syria.

  4. Key Deliverables

• Mission strategy document aligned with organizational goals.

• Establishment and registration of the Damascus office.

• Annual operational plans and budgets.

• Quarterly and annual progress reports.

• Regular donor and partner reports.

• Security management plan and risk assessments.

Essential:

• Advanced degree in International Relations, Development Studies, Business Administration, or a related field.
• Minimum of 7 years’ senior management experience in humanitarian or development settings, with at least 3 years in conflict or post-conflict zones.
• Proven experience in program design, implementation, and monitoring.
• Strong financial and administrative management skills.
• Excellent leadership, communication, and interpersonal skills.

Work Environment and Conditions:

• Willingness to work in a location different from that stated in the contract.
• Willingness to work for extra hours as necessary.

Evaluation Criteria:

• Periodic reports submitted to the direct supervisor.
• Monitoring and evaluation processes conducted by the Organizational Development Department.
• Reports of attendance, absence, and professional compliance submitted by HR Department.

Safeguarding

• Actively learns about safeguarding and integrates it into their work incl with external stakeholders and direct reports if applicable.
• Practices the values of Bahar as detailed in the Code of Conduct and safeguarding policies including respecting the dignity and well-being of community participants and fellow staff members.
• Holds themselves accountable for making appropriate decisions that impact community members and team members and takes responsibility for their personal and professional behavior.
• Encourages openness, transparency and communication in their team; encourages team members to make any reports if they have any concerns using internal reporting mechanisms (i.e. Hotline, HR etc.).
• Demonstrates a high level of integrity and treats others with respect.