Job ID
45425
Job Title
Senior technical officer Education
To work for
COOPI Cooperazione Internazionale
Country
Syria
City
Damascus
Field of Work
Humanitarian/Disasters
Job Type
Full time
Military service
Not Specified
Minimum Education Level
Bachelor/ License Degree
Responsibilities
Planning
• Support the PM in the preparation of:
- Draft detailed activities workplan
- Draft the project procurement plan
• Provide support as required by the MEAL team to develop the MEAL plan for all projects according to Log Frames
• Provide Support to prepare drafts/ToR/BoQ for activities implementation (background, methodology, objectives, results, activities, BoQ, Monitoring and post monitoring table linked to result framework + cash, materials, transport).
• Support to prepare weekly activity planning, movement plan with the PM and APM.
• Contribute to weekly meeting
• Report completed weekly activities and upcoming plans every Sunday afternoon.
1-Implementation
• Identify and report technical and managerial challenges during project implementation to the PM or relevant technical coordinators
• Support the PM in the implementation of project activities.
• Lead on technical implementation of activities within area of expertise (Education).
• Supervise contractors, consultants, and implementing partners (IPs) ensuring implementation quality, reviewing and endorsing completion reports with PM and Sector Coordinators.
• Review and approve completion reports for works completed linking with Sectoral Coordinator and PM
• Support the PM in the implementation of baseline, midterm monitoring, post-monitoring survey, end-line surveys and all data collection required for activities implementation, reporting on results and objectives as required by the PM and ToR (with Kobo when possible)
2-Reporting
• Support to draft/inform the 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)
• Share data and technical inputs via email or hard copies in timely manner.
3-External Coordination
• Delegated function to attend external national and sub-national cluster meetings and sectoral working groups when required and delegated by the HoM
• Share meeting minutes and key discussion points internally.
Provide inputs to the HoM and sectoral coordinators in the definition of the country strategy
4-Project development
• Support to execute and manage of all required needs assessment (Standard, Rapid, Ad Hoc) and explo missions.
• 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
• Support the PM in the preparation of:
- Draft detailed activities workplan
- Draft the project procurement plan
• Provide support as required by the MEAL team to develop the MEAL plan for all projects according to Log Frames
• Provide Support to prepare drafts/ToR/BoQ for activities implementation (background, methodology, objectives, results, activities, BoQ, Monitoring and post monitoring table linked to result framework + cash, materials, transport).
• Support to prepare weekly activity planning, movement plan with the PM and APM.
• Contribute to weekly meeting
• Report completed weekly activities and upcoming plans every Sunday afternoon.
1-Implementation
• Identify and report technical and managerial challenges during project implementation to the PM or relevant technical coordinators
• Support the PM in the implementation of project activities.
• Lead on technical implementation of activities within area of expertise (Education).
• Supervise contractors, consultants, and implementing partners (IPs) ensuring implementation quality, reviewing and endorsing completion reports with PM and Sector Coordinators.
• Review and approve completion reports for works completed linking with Sectoral Coordinator and PM
• Support the PM in the implementation of baseline, midterm monitoring, post-monitoring survey, end-line surveys and all data collection required for activities implementation, reporting on results and objectives as required by the PM and ToR (with Kobo when possible)
2-Reporting
• Support to draft/inform the 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)
• Share data and technical inputs via email or hard copies in timely manner.
3-External Coordination
• Delegated function to attend external national and sub-national cluster meetings and sectoral working groups when required and delegated by the HoM
• Share meeting minutes and key discussion points internally.
Provide inputs to the HoM and sectoral coordinators in the definition of the country strategy
4-Project development
• Support to execute and manage of all required needs assessment (Standard, Rapid, Ad Hoc) and explo missions.
• 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
1-Education & Technical Expertise
• University degree in a relevant field (e.g. Social Sciences, Education, Protection)
• Specialized knowledge in one or more sectors: Education.
• Familiarity with humanitarian principles and project cycle management
2-Professional Experience
• Experience supporting project planning, implementation, and reporting in humanitarian or development settings
• Proven ability to supervise contractors, consultants, and implementing partners
• Experience conducting needs assessments, monitoring surveys, and data collection
3-Skills & Competencies
• Strong planning and organizational skills (e.g. workplans, procurement plans, movement plans)
• Ability to draft technical documents: ToRs, BoQs, MoUs, monitoring tools
• Proficiency in reporting and documentation (interim, final, ad hoc reports)
• Familiarity with MEAL frameworks and log frames
• Computer literacy (Excel, Word, possibly project management tools like Agile Boards)
4-Language & Communication
• proficiency in Arabic and English (given the Syria context and COOPI’s working language)
• Strong written and verbal communication skills
• University degree in a relevant field (e.g. Social Sciences, Education, Protection)
• Specialized knowledge in one or more sectors: Education.
• Familiarity with humanitarian principles and project cycle management
2-Professional Experience
• Experience supporting project planning, implementation, and reporting in humanitarian or development settings
• Proven ability to supervise contractors, consultants, and implementing partners
• Experience conducting needs assessments, monitoring surveys, and data collection
3-Skills & Competencies
• Strong planning and organizational skills (e.g. workplans, procurement plans, movement plans)
• Ability to draft technical documents: ToRs, BoQs, MoUs, monitoring tools
• Proficiency in reporting and documentation (interim, final, ad hoc reports)
• Familiarity with MEAL frameworks and log frames
• Computer literacy (Excel, Word, possibly project management tools like Agile Boards)
4-Language & Communication
• proficiency in Arabic and English (given the Syria context and COOPI’s working language)
• Strong written and verbal communication skills
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 597$
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.
Required employees number
1
Posted On
Nov 12, 2025
Expiry Date
Dec 12, 2025
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CV Language
English
Additional questions for applicants
Q1: Have you been under any administrative, disciplinary, or criminal conviction resulting from an investigation of sexual exploitation or abuse?
Q2: Are you under investigation or have resigned before investigation closure related to sexual exploitation or abuse?
Q3: Are you in a sexual relation or married to a person under 18 years old ?
Q2: Are you under investigation or have resigned before investigation closure related to sexual exploitation or abuse?
Q3: Are you in a sexual relation or married to a person under 18 years old ?