Field Associate ( AlBab)

Department

Syria سوريا

Employment Type

Full-Time

Minimum Experience

Mid-level

Near East Foundation (NEF) – Syria

Job Advertisement

Title: Field Associate

Report to: Siraj Center Manager

Location: Al Bab, Aleppo

No. Of Position: Two

Position Description

The field associate is an active member of the project team. The Field Associate (FA) assists in analyzing, preparing and coordinating the requirements for training and capacity building activities, including providing direct support to the beneficiaries through frequent field visits to provide the best means of technical support, coordination of events and training meetings at project centers. The field associate also undertakes the tasks of identifying the beneficiaries and gathering their information to provide the best means of technical support and training for them.

Responsibilities:

• Implement project activities at the field level under the supervision and guidance of management.
• Execute operational work plans and tasks as assigned by the supervisor.
• Conduct regular field assessments, data collection, and data entry as required.
• Ensure that all data is accurately collected, verified, and shared promptly with the supervisor.
• Coordinate and collaborate with partners, community stakeholders, and other agencies as requested by the supervisor.
• Plan, organize, and facilitate the distribution of materials and resources as needed.
• Maintain proper records and documentation, and report any challenges, issues, or concerns to the supervisor in a timely manner.
• Provide logistical and operational support to other project activities as required.

Qualifications and Requirements

• Bachelor’s degree in business administration, economics, agriculture, social sciences, or related fields.
• Strong understanding of livelihoods, recovery, or economic development projects is an asset.
• Proven experience in working with local communities, partners, and authorities in field settings.
• Good knowledge of data collection tools and reporting systems; experience with digital data entry platforms is an advantage.
• Excellent organizational and communication skills, with attention to detail and accuracy.
• Ability to work independently and as part of a team in a dynamic and challenging environment.
• Minimum of two-year experience in field work, community mobilization, and outreach activities with international NGOs;
• Knowledge of IT tools, in particular MS Word, Excel and PowerPoint.
• Previous experience in using data collection applications such as Kobo, Akvo

NEF will accept rolling applications until the position is filled. Interested candidates are encouraged to apply as soon as possible.

To apply:

Please apply by submitting the following :

• Cover letter outlining all relevant experience, how you meet the essential criteria.
• Curriculum Vitae.
• List of three references (including one from current, or most recent, employer). You will be given further notice prior to us contacting references.

NEF welcomes and encourages applications from all genders, backgrounds, religions, cultures, nationalities and abilities.

Applicants are strongly encouraged to familiarize themselves with the Near East Foundation by visiting the NEF website at www.neareast.org.

Please note that only shortlisted candidates will be contacted.

Pre-employment Checks:

Any Employment with the Near East Foundation will be subject to the following checks before start date:

• A satisfactory Restricted Party Screening.
• Receipt of satisfactory references.
• Workplace Verification Check.

NEF's strength is its people. Our team is our fuel to achieving the innovation, quality programming, community focus, mutual trust, sustainability, and learning needed to realize our mission. To help our team thrive, we support a working structure that prioritizes flexibility, personal commitments, and staff well-being while promoting a work culture of teamwork, collaboration, respect, integrity, and excellence.

As an international organization, we value a truly diverse workforce and prioritize a culture of inclusivity and belonging. We strive to create a high-achieving work environment informed by different cultures, perspectives, and experiences. With a commitment to diversity, equality, equity, and inclusion in all we do, our aim is to ensure that people feel heard, protected, and empowered to contribute to NEF's mission from day one.

Commitment to Safeguarding

As a global organization serving some of the world’s most vulnerable communities, the Near East Foundation takes the safeguarding of its program participants, staff, volunteers, and partners seriously. To that end, the Near East Foundation is a member of the Misconduct Disclosure Scheme, and will systematically check with previous employers about any sexual exploitation, abuse, and harassment issues relating to potential new hires. We may also employ other robust pre-hire screens, including in-depth reference checks, criminal background checks, and sanctions screens.
procedures. The Near East Foundation expects all program participants, staff, volunteers, and partners to share this commitment through our code of conduct. We place a high priority on ensuring that only those who share and demonstrate our values are recruited to work for us.
By submitting an application, the job applicant confirms their understanding of this recruitment.

Location

Aleppo, Aleppo

Department

Syria سوريا

Employment Type

Full-Time

Minimum Experience

Mid-level