48366

Qamishli

Full time

Under the general supervision of the Programme Specialist in Qamishli filed office, the Third Party Facilitator will:

(1) Provide technical services to ORGANIZATION programmes primarily in hard to reach areas, through ensuring regular and systematic technical advise, quality assurance and technical guidance to implementing partners and counterparts, for the efficient implementation of ORGANIZATION programmes and effective achievement of results for the benefit of Syrian children and women.
(2) Identify capacity and technical gaps of implementing partners and counterparts and provide technical support to the chief of field office and designated programme officer to ensure capacity building and on the job training as needed.
(3) Provide input to technical documents as required by CFOs and Programme Sections in Damascus, ensuring all technical input is closely aligned to national programme strategies as approved at country office level;.
(4) Conduct regular filed visits, primarily to hard to reach areas, based on requests by the Field Office to provide technical oversight and guidance to programme partners, conduct needs assessments, and gather technical information that will help inform ongoing programme development and implementation.
(5) Within 5 days following each field visit, produce a trip report according to the standard format provided by ORGANIZATION and submit the report to the designated Chief of Field Office for further dissemination and action by the relevant persons.
(6) Conduct regular situation monitoring in specific areas based on requests by the Field Office, to assess the overall humanitarian situation and document the needs of affected populations, in particular of women and children.
(7) Conduct regular visits to monitor programme activities supported by ORGANIZATION, with a focus on:

a) Assessing programme implementation by Implementing Partners through PCAs (Programme Cooperation Agreements) and SSFAs (Small-Scale Funding Agreements) as well as programme implementation by government ministries and agencies according to the ORGANIZATION Syria Country Office Annual Work Plans;
b) Verifying supplies are delivered to target beneficiaries in line with relevant programme documents, and documenting any delays and bottlenecks;
c) Conducting post-distribution monitoring (PDM) of supplies to assess beneficiaries’ feedback in terms of the quality, timeliness and relevance of supplies delivered. Other end-user monitoring of specific programmes will be conducted as required by the Field Office.
(8) Validate results data provided by implementing partners in their progress reports. Report any actual or potential deviation from implementation plans.

(9) Implement SBC activities:

a. Provide support to some of evidence generation activities such as focus group discussions (FGDs) interviews etc. Field Research: assist in conducting focus group discussions, in-depth interviews for the purpose of understanding knowledge, attitudes and behaviours. The Facilitator shall engage in facilitating interviews and local input in collaboration with the research team. The study outcomes shall provide a baseline for the C4D interventions to be adapted at the governorate level.
b. Support gathering information from affected populations on their views and concerns related to ORGANIZATION interventions.
c. Facilitation and support of awareness raising campaigns: distribution of IEC materials, social media follow up, and community meetings
d. Monitoring and reporting: monitor the implementation of awareness activities and provide monthly report, details, beneficiaries’ number and feedback. (including the 4Ws report).

(10) Any other tasks assigned by the supervisor.

The number of programme monitoring visits to be conducted are specified in the Programme Documents agreed with Partners.

Specific responsibilities for the role:

- Facilitate the development of IPs multi-sectoral joint implementation plans and ensure coordinated execution by partners to maximize programme impact.
- Support the establishment, operationalization, and periodic updating of IPs joint referral pathways, ensuring partner adherence and functionality.
- Support IPs in integrating child-centered principles across relevant sectors (Health, Nutrition, Education, Child Protection, WASH, Adolescents & Youth, SBC, Social Policy).
- Verify that planned and ongoing activities are consistent with PD objectives, child-centered outcomes, and ORGANIZATION quality standards.
- Assist IPs in identifying operational challenges, proposing adaptive solutions, and documenting lessons learned and good practices.
- Facilitate IP-led community consultations and joint planning sessions to strengthen social cohesion, participation, and local ownership.
- Support coordination among UN agencies, NGOs, and local authorities to advance area-based return and resilience strategies.
- Map interventions to identify overlaps, gaps, and opportunities for complementarity and synergy.
- Support IPs in ensuring that safe spaces and participation mechanisms for children and adolescents are functional, inclusive, and accessible.
- Facilitate the mobilization of inclusive community groups and committees.
- Maintain contextual understanding of community dynamics, social norms, vulnerabilities, and power structures to inform programming.
- Consolidate and transmit regular summaries to ORGANIZATION on IP progress, coordination outcomes, and evolving local dynamics.
- Provide contextual analysis and early alerts to inform adaptive management and updates to ORGANIZATION’s area-based strategies.
- Any other tasks assigned by the supervisor.

REQUIRED COMPETENCIES

- Demonstrates ability to facilitate effective coordination and partnership among IPs, UN agencies, communities, and local authorities, including coaching partners on harmonized, child-centered and multi-sectoral approaches.
- Applies child-centered programming principles and ethical engagement, ensuring inclusive, rights-based and participatory interventions that promote social cohesion.
- Facilitates community engagement and participation, strengthening local ownership and inclusive approaches.
- Applies adaptive problem-solving and sound judgment to address evolving challenges and support effective implementation.
- Demonstrates cultural sensitivity and strong contextual awareness in all engagements.

HR Consulting, development and outsourcing company providing its services to organizations supporting women and children in Syria.

May 12, 2026

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