Posting Title : Associate Donor Relations and Project Support Officer, P2
Job Code Title : Assoc Donor Relations & Projs Sprt Ofr
Localisation
Department/ Office : UNRWA - Administration & Support Services - Syria Location
Posting Period : : FO Syria 3 August 2026-16 August 2026
Autres informations
Job Opening number : 26-INS-UNRWA - Administration & Supp-282197-J-FO Syria (E) Staffing Exercise : N/A United Nations Core Values: Integrity, Professionalism, Respect for Diversity
Org. Setting and Reporting
UNRWA, the largest United Nations operation in the Middle East with over 30,000 staff working across five areas of operation, is looking for highly committed personnel wishing to make a change. If you are looking for a rewarding opportunity to make a tangible difference for one of the most vulnerable communities in the world, UNRWA would like to hear from you.
The incumbent reports to the Field Programme Support Officer.
Responsibilities
Supports the project manager in ensuring day to day delivery of all REPAC project components (Construction and rehabilitation of infrastructure as well as the environmental and social impact of the project). Identifies and anticipates problems or constraints with respect to budget, plans and timelines that may impede the timely delivery, quality and goals' achievement; recommends improvement thereof, as needed. Conducts frequent or ad-hoc monitoring visits to field locations and ensures that the process of project' s activities is fully adhere to and project quality is assured for the various components. Reviews, enhances and/or develops a communication strategy for the project; leads the development of communication materials to increase community awareness and donor visibility; plans and organizes community and other stakeholders outreach meetings to manage their expectations. Liaises with external factors including relevant PA line Ministries and departments. The ADRPSO will coordinate closely with relevant HQ Departments to ensure compliance with donor requirements, reporting and data consistency, and liaison with key stakeholders to maintain quality assurance across the project cycle. Contributes to the projects' management and planning to improve its deliverables, including tracking project's results against targets, and brings deviation to the Manager's attention. Contributes to the identification of best practices and lesson learnt; identifies areas of improvement using UNRWA monitoring and evaluation tools and corporate reports. Compiles data and draft reports to internal and external stakeholders, including progress and ad-hoc reports.
Competencies
Deciding and Initiating Action Applying Technical Expertise Persuading and Influencing Planning and Organizing Leading and Supervising
Formation / DiplĂŽmes
A university degree from an accredited educational institution in project management, Engineering, Business Administration, social sciences, international relations, communications or other relevant disciplines.
Job Specific Qualifications
Expérience
A university degree from an accredited educational institution in project management, Engineering, Business Administration, social sciences, international relations, communications or other relevant disciplines is required. A minimum of 5 years of progressively responsible relevant work experience in programme management, project management, monitoring and evaluation, administration or related field. Unless already serving as an international staff member in the UN Common System is required. At least two continuous years of relevant international experience outside UNRWA, and outside the country(s) of citizenship is required. Indicate your current involvement in any outside activities, as it is required. Including but not limited to employment, independent contractor/freelance consultant, board member (corporate, academic, etc), expert group, lobby, public speaking/writing (article, book, blog, social media etc), teaching, conferences, training, press statement, voluntary work, political activity, fundraising/donation for non UNRWA entity, running for public office, role in political party or orgs, owning business, work for gov./NGO/private company/charity, UNRWA partner/vendor, full/part-time, paid or not. A "yes" answer doesn't necessarily lead to exclusion from future work at UNRWA, yet misrepresentation in providing accurate/complete info can lead to disqualification/termination of appointment, if hired. Experience in managing multi-programmatic, infrastructure, shelter, or other similar construction and labor-intensive project is desirable. Working experience with UN agencies, NGOs and civil societies in the field of refugees and/or IDPs operation is desirable. Knowledge of Arabic is desirable. Languages English and French are the working languages of the United Nations Secretariat. For this job opening, English is required. Arabic is desirable. The table below shows the minimum required level for each skill in these languages, according to the UN Language Framework (please consult https:
Required Languages
Language English Reading Writing Listening UN Level III UN Level III UN Level III Speaking UN Level III Desirable Languages Language Arabic Reading Writing Listening UN Level I Assessment UN Level I UN Level I Speaking UN Level I Evaluation of qualified candidates may include an assessment exercise which may be followed by competency-based interview.
Special Notice
Type of Contract and duration:
Temporary Appointment for 9 months.
The Incumbent may be required to travel in the Agency's area of operations.
Only applications that have been fully completed in UNRWA's online e-recruitment system inspira will be considered and no late applications will be accepted. The Personal History Profile (PHP) should be completed with full work experience under the experience tabs as per the requirements in the Job Opening. All university degrees must also be stated, where applicable. UNRWA personnel must ensure adding their contract type and grade level. Given the large pool of applicants, only shortlisted candidates will be
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