Project Coordinator

Syria

Operations - Administrative

Not Specified

The Project Coordinator will support the coordination of project activities across multiple departments and operational locations. The role will involve daily communication with field and office teams, support to operational planning, follow-up on project actions, and coordination with external stakeholders where required.

The role will also support reporting processes, accreditation and training coordination, mobilisation planning, and tracking of project deliverables and timelines. The Project Coordinator will assist in ensuring that operational and reporting requirements are completed accurately and on time.

The Project Coordinator will be expected to work closely with operational teams and maintain a good understanding of humanitarian mine action activities, including Non-Technical Survey (NTS), EOD, Manual Clearance, Mechanical Clearance, and EORE activities.

At times, support with additional project, operational, or administrative tasks may be required. HALO is looking for a positive, organised, and proactive individual who is able to work well under pressure and as part of a team.

The Project Coordinator will be responsible for:
• Support coordination and implementation of project activities.
• Assist with operational planning, scheduling, and mobilisation activities.
• Coordinate internal meetings, action tracking, and follow-up on project priorities.
• Support communication and coordination with donors, UN agencies, local authorities, and other stakeholders where required.
• Assist with preparation and review of operational and donor reporting.
• Coordinate with IM regarding reporting workflows, project data, and information requirements.
• Support planning and coordination of accreditation and training activities.
• Track project deliverables, outputs, and operational timelines.
• Assist with procurement, logistics, and administrative coordination where required.
• Maintain organised project documentation and filing systems.
• Support operational information flow between field and office teams.
• Support project meetings, visits, and coordination events.
• Carry out any additional tasks requested by management relevant to the role.

Essential
• Previous experience in project coordination, or programme support
• Experience working in humanitarian, development, or mine action environments preferred.
• Good organisational and coordination skills.
• Good communication and interpersonal skills.
• Ability to manage multiple priorities in fast-paced operational environments.
• Good computer literacy, including Microsoft Office applications.
• Experience supporting reporting, planning, or operational coordination.
Desirable
• Previous experience working with international NGOs, UN agencies, or donors.
• Experience supporting operational activities in complex or high-risk environments.
• Understanding of humanitarian mine action activities and terminology.
• Experience coordinating between multiple departments or operational teams.
• Valid driving licence.
• English is desirable
• Strong professional discipline and accountability.
Skills:
• Strong communication and interpersonal skills.
• Good organisational and time management skills.
• Ability to work well under pressure and meet deadlines.
• Good problem-solving and coordination abilities.
• High attention to detail.
• Ability to work independently and as part of a team.
• Flexible and adaptable approach to work.

HALO Trust is the world’s largest humanitarian organization specializing in mine action. It is a non-governmental, non-political, and non-religious organization headquartered in the United Kingdom. The organization’s mission is to protect lives and restore livelihoods for communities affected by conflict by removing landmines and explosive remnants of war, enabling communities and countries to recover safely.
HALO is committed to the principle of equal opportunity and does not discriminate against any applicant on the basis of age, gender, race, religion, disability, or any other characteristic. All recruitment processes are conducted with full transparency, and selection is based solely on competence and the ability to perform the tasks. The organization encourages women and persons with disabilities to apply for positions.
HALO has been operating in Syria since 2016, implementing humanitarian mine action activities, including survey, mine clearance, and explosive ordnance risk education. The program is currently undergoing an expansion phase due to recent developments in Syria, which have created broader opportunities for humanitarian mine clearance organizations to work inside the country.

May 13, 2026

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