Job ID
52080
Job Title
Programs Coordinator
To work for
Human Aid and Development -HAND
Country
Syria
City
Damascus
Field of Work
Humanitarian/Disasters
Job Type
Full time
Minimum Education Level
Bachelor/ License Degree
Qualifications
- University degree in project management, engineering, social sciences, business administration, development studies, or a related field.
- At least 7 years of experience in program or project coordination with a humanitarian or development organization, of which at least 2 years in Syria.
- Working knowledge of the project cycle, log frames, work plans, budgets, and results-based reporting to institutional donors.
- Practical understanding of procurement, finance, and logistics procedures as they relate to project delivery.
- Strong skills in Excel, Word, and email; ability to produce clear trackers and reports.
- Ability to travel to different areas in Syria, with occasional visits to Lebanon, as required by the work. Accommodation and transportation are provided by HAND for official missions inside and outside Syria.
- Fluent Arabic and good working English, written and spoken.
- At least 7 years of experience in program or project coordination with a humanitarian or development organization, of which at least 2 years in Syria.
- Working knowledge of the project cycle, log frames, work plans, budgets, and results-based reporting to institutional donors.
- Practical understanding of procurement, finance, and logistics procedures as they relate to project delivery.
- Strong skills in Excel, Word, and email; ability to produce clear trackers and reports.
- Ability to travel to different areas in Syria, with occasional visits to Lebanon, as required by the work. Accommodation and transportation are provided by HAND for official missions inside and outside Syria.
- Fluent Arabic and good working English, written and spoken.
Specific Vacancy Requirements
- Experience with ECHO, UNICEF, UNHCR, ECW, or similar donor requirements.
- Experience supervising or coaching field teams across more than one governorate.
- Familiarity with coordination with local authorities and community structures in Damascus, Aleppo, or Homs.
- Women are strongly encouraged to apply.
- Experience supervising or coaching field teams across more than one governorate.
- Familiarity with coordination with local authorities and community structures in Damascus, Aleppo, or Homs.
- Women are strongly encouraged to apply.
Salary and Benefits
According to the salary scale approved in the organization.
About us
Human Aid and Development (HAND) is a non-governmental, non-profit humanitarian and development organization dedicated to creating positive and sustainable change for vulnerable and underserved communities. Guided by the principles of inclusion, accountability, dignity, and sustainability, HAND works to expand opportunities, strengthen resilience, and improve access to essential services for people affected by crisis and other challenging circumstances.
Building on its regional humanitarian experience, HAND established its operational presence in Syria in 2025 and is expanding its programmes to respond to evolving community needs and contribute to recovery and development efforts. HAND works with children, young people, women, persons with disabilities, returnees, internally displaced persons, and other vulnerable groups through an integrated, multisectoral approach covering Education, Youth Development and TVET, Child Protection and Psychosocial Support, Food Security and Livelihoods, Shelter and Infrastructure Rehabilitation, WASH, and Emergency Response and Basic Assistance.
With its main office in Damascus and operational presence across Damascus and Rural Damascus, Aleppo, Homs, Idleb, Hama, Latakia, and Tartous, HAND works closely with communities, local authorities, national and international partners, donors, and other stakeholders to deliver relevant, quality, and sustainable programmes. HAND is officially registered and licensed to operate in Syria under License No. 173/2025 and is also registered and operational in Lebanon.
At HAND, we believe that people are at the heart of sustainable change. We are committed to building a professional, collaborative, and inclusive working environment where dedicated individuals can contribute their expertise, develop their skills, and make a meaningful difference in the communities we serve.
Building on its regional humanitarian experience, HAND established its operational presence in Syria in 2025 and is expanding its programmes to respond to evolving community needs and contribute to recovery and development efforts. HAND works with children, young people, women, persons with disabilities, returnees, internally displaced persons, and other vulnerable groups through an integrated, multisectoral approach covering Education, Youth Development and TVET, Child Protection and Psychosocial Support, Food Security and Livelihoods, Shelter and Infrastructure Rehabilitation, WASH, and Emergency Response and Basic Assistance.
With its main office in Damascus and operational presence across Damascus and Rural Damascus, Aleppo, Homs, Idleb, Hama, Latakia, and Tartous, HAND works closely with communities, local authorities, national and international partners, donors, and other stakeholders to deliver relevant, quality, and sustainable programmes. HAND is officially registered and licensed to operate in Syria under License No. 173/2025 and is also registered and operational in Lebanon.
At HAND, we believe that people are at the heart of sustainable change. We are committed to building a professional, collaborative, and inclusive working environment where dedicated individuals can contribute their expertise, develop their skills, and make a meaningful difference in the communities we serve.
Required employees number
1
Posted On
Nov 05, 2026
Expiry Date
Nov 14, 2026
CV Language
English