Job ID
45365
Job Title
Physical Therapist
To work for
COOPI Cooperazione Internazionale
Country
Syria
City
Hamah
Field of Work
Sport/Nutrition/Physiotherapy
Job Type
Full time
Minimum Education Level
Bachelor/ License Degree
Responsibilities
Planning:
-Provide any support required by the MEAL Co to develop the MEAL plan for all projects according to Log Frames
-Contribute, when asked, to drafts/ToR/BoQ for activities implementation (background, methodology, objectives, results, activities, BoQ, Monitoring and post monitoring table linked to result framework + cash, materials, transport) and send it to PM
-Support to prepare weekly activity planning, movement plan with the PO and SPO.
-Contribute to weekly meeting
Implementation:
-Conduct regular field visits with the mobile team to assess and identify individuals with physical therapy needs within communities and targeted locations.
-Plan, design, and deliver appropriate physical therapy treatment activities tailored to each beneficiary’s condition and rehabilitation goals.
-Provide clear guidance, support, and practical advice to family members and caregivers on how to follow up and continue treatment procedures at home.
-Ensure timely and appropriate referrals of beneficiaries to external service providers and specialized medical actors when necessary.
-Monitor and evaluate the progress of each patient through follow-up visits and continuous assessment of treatment outcomes.
-Develop and document success stories from notable rehabilitation cases and share them with the Senior Project Officer for reporting and visibility purposes.
Ensure the quality, transparency, and accountability of all physical therapy interventions while maintaining the highest standards of dignity and respect toward beneficiaries.
-Maintain strict confidentiality of all beneficiary data, documentation, and case information in line with COOPI data protection and safeguarding policies.
-Prepare and submit regular progress reports on beneficiaries’ status, treatment outcomes, and field observations to the line manager.
-Coordinate closely with other technical team members (psychologists, case managers, speech therapists) to provide integrated, multidisciplinary care.
-Perform additional tasks as requested by the line manager in support of the project’s objectives.
Reporting:
-Draft/inform the PO and PM on activities accomplishment including implementation data as requested (interim, final, ad hoc, etc)
-Participate in grant closing meetings for every closed grant if required by the PM.
External Coordination:
-Support the organization of internal and donors visits to the project sites liaising with the PO.
-Support approval of agreements with the regions and required MoU with local authorities
Project development:
-Support to execute and manage of all required needs assessment (Standard, Rapid, Ad Hoc) and explo missions.
-Act as enumerators and data collectors as required
-Contribute technical inputs in new project proposals as required
-Share project ideas and concepts as deemed useful
-Propose written innovative actions in the area of intervention
-Provide any support required by the MEAL Co to develop the MEAL plan for all projects according to Log Frames
-Contribute, when asked, to drafts/ToR/BoQ for activities implementation (background, methodology, objectives, results, activities, BoQ, Monitoring and post monitoring table linked to result framework + cash, materials, transport) and send it to PM
-Support to prepare weekly activity planning, movement plan with the PO and SPO.
-Contribute to weekly meeting
Implementation:
-Conduct regular field visits with the mobile team to assess and identify individuals with physical therapy needs within communities and targeted locations.
-Plan, design, and deliver appropriate physical therapy treatment activities tailored to each beneficiary’s condition and rehabilitation goals.
-Provide clear guidance, support, and practical advice to family members and caregivers on how to follow up and continue treatment procedures at home.
-Ensure timely and appropriate referrals of beneficiaries to external service providers and specialized medical actors when necessary.
-Monitor and evaluate the progress of each patient through follow-up visits and continuous assessment of treatment outcomes.
-Develop and document success stories from notable rehabilitation cases and share them with the Senior Project Officer for reporting and visibility purposes.
Ensure the quality, transparency, and accountability of all physical therapy interventions while maintaining the highest standards of dignity and respect toward beneficiaries.
-Maintain strict confidentiality of all beneficiary data, documentation, and case information in line with COOPI data protection and safeguarding policies.
-Prepare and submit regular progress reports on beneficiaries’ status, treatment outcomes, and field observations to the line manager.
-Coordinate closely with other technical team members (psychologists, case managers, speech therapists) to provide integrated, multidisciplinary care.
-Perform additional tasks as requested by the line manager in support of the project’s objectives.
Reporting:
-Draft/inform the PO and PM on activities accomplishment including implementation data as requested (interim, final, ad hoc, etc)
-Participate in grant closing meetings for every closed grant if required by the PM.
External Coordination:
-Support the organization of internal and donors visits to the project sites liaising with the PO.
-Support approval of agreements with the regions and required MoU with local authorities
Project development:
-Support to execute and manage of all required needs assessment (Standard, Rapid, Ad Hoc) and explo missions.
-Act as enumerators and data collectors as required
-Contribute technical inputs in new project proposals as required
-Share project ideas and concepts as deemed useful
-Propose written innovative actions in the area of intervention
Qualifications
-Bachelor degree in Physical Therapy, Physiotherapy, or a closely related field.
-Minimum of three (3) years of relevant professional experience in physical rehabilitation or community-based physiotherapy services.
Prior experience working with international or local NGOs in humanitarian or development contexts is a strong asset.
-Proven ability to assess, plan, and implement individualized treatment programs.
-Strong interpersonal and communication skills, with the ability to train and guide caregivers.
-Demonstrated capacity to work effectively as part of a multidisciplinary team in challenging or high-pressure environments.
-Experience in coordinating with local authorities, CBOs, and health or protection actors.
-Excellent organizational and reporting skills.
-Knowledge of English (spoken and written) is an advantage.
-Minimum of three (3) years of relevant professional experience in physical rehabilitation or community-based physiotherapy services.
Prior experience working with international or local NGOs in humanitarian or development contexts is a strong asset.
-Proven ability to assess, plan, and implement individualized treatment programs.
-Strong interpersonal and communication skills, with the ability to train and guide caregivers.
-Demonstrated capacity to work effectively as part of a multidisciplinary team in challenging or high-pressure environments.
-Experience in coordinating with local authorities, CBOs, and health or protection actors.
-Excellent organizational and reporting skills.
-Knowledge of English (spoken and written) is an advantage.
Specific Vacancy Requirements
safeguarding statement:
COOPI is firmly committed to safeguarding and protecting the welfare of children and vulnerable adults. We maintain a zero-tolerance policy toward any form of sexual exploitation, abuse, harassment, or neglect. All staff, consultants, and volunteers are expected to uphold and promote this commitment at all times. Employment with COOPI is subject to satisfactory reference checks, criminal background screening, and full adherence to COOPIs Code of Conduct, Child Safeguarding Policy, and Protection from Sexual Exploitation, Abuse, and Harassment (PSEA) Policy
Contract Type and Duration:
This is a full-time position under a 3-month renewable contract.
Behavioral Expectations and Core Values:
-Commitment to humanitarian principles
-Respectful and inclusive behavior
-Accountability and transparency in all actions
The last date for receiving the applications is November 20 , 2025. Due to the urgency of this role, we will be reviewing CVs and interviewing candidates in advance of the closing date. For this reason, interested candidates are asked to submit their applications as soon as possible.
Only shortlisted candidates will be contacted
COOPI is firmly committed to safeguarding and protecting the welfare of children and vulnerable adults. We maintain a zero-tolerance policy toward any form of sexual exploitation, abuse, harassment, or neglect. All staff, consultants, and volunteers are expected to uphold and promote this commitment at all times. Employment with COOPI is subject to satisfactory reference checks, criminal background screening, and full adherence to COOPIs Code of Conduct, Child Safeguarding Policy, and Protection from Sexual Exploitation, Abuse, and Harassment (PSEA) Policy
Contract Type and Duration:
This is a full-time position under a 3-month renewable contract.
Behavioral Expectations and Core Values:
-Commitment to humanitarian principles
-Respectful and inclusive behavior
-Accountability and transparency in all actions
The last date for receiving the applications is November 20 , 2025. Due to the urgency of this role, we will be reviewing CVs and interviewing candidates in advance of the closing date. For this reason, interested candidates are asked to submit their applications as soon as possible.
Only shortlisted candidates will be contacted
Salary and Benefits
The indicative monthly salary for this role is 455$
and Medical Insurance
and Medical Insurance
About us
We are an independent Italian NGO founded in Milan by Father Vincenzo Barbieri on April 15 1965.
For almost 60 years we have been dedicated to breaking the cycle of poverty and to supporting populations affected by wars, socio-economic crises or natural disasters in their path to recovery and sustainable development, by making use of the professionalism of local and international operators, and through our partnerships with public and private bodies and civil society organizations.
Today we are present in 33 countries in Africa, the Middle East, Latin America and the Caribbean, with 239 humanitarian projects reaching more than 7,000,000 people. Since 1965 COOPI – Cooperazione Internazionale has helped more than 125 million people, with more than 3,000 projects in 74 countries, employing about 5,400 expat aid workers and around 67,000 local professionals.
For almost 60 years we have been dedicated to breaking the cycle of poverty and to supporting populations affected by wars, socio-economic crises or natural disasters in their path to recovery and sustainable development, by making use of the professionalism of local and international operators, and through our partnerships with public and private bodies and civil society organizations.
Today we are present in 33 countries in Africa, the Middle East, Latin America and the Caribbean, with 239 humanitarian projects reaching more than 7,000,000 people. Since 1965 COOPI – Cooperazione Internazionale has helped more than 125 million people, with more than 3,000 projects in 74 countries, employing about 5,400 expat aid workers and around 67,000 local professionals.
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Posted On
Nov 11, 2025
Expiry Date
Dec 11, 2025
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