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Operations Manager (National Position)

Syria سوريا - Damascus, Syria

Department

Syria سوريا

Employment Type

Full-Time

Minimum Experience

Manager/Supervisor

Near East Foundation (NEF)

Job Advertisement – Syria

Position Title: Operations Manager
Location: Syria
Reporting to: Director, Syria
Contract Type: Full-time

Background:

The Near East Foundation (NEF) is seeking candidates for Operations Manager to be based in Syria. NEF is a non-profit international development organization that has supported livelihoods recovery and community-based economic development in the Middle East, Africa, and Caucasus since 1915. NEF draws on local teams, experience, and partnerships in these regions to create community-led solutions to improve livelihoods and local governance among conflict and crisis-affected groups, while maintaining neutrality and ensuring inclusiveness in our approach. Working through a network of country offices and local partners, NEF currently has operations in ten countries: Armenia, Jordan, Lebanon, Iraq, Mali, Morocco, Palestine, Sudan, South Sudan, and Syria. Our programs are organized around three pillars: Inclusive Economic Development, Climate-resilient Development, and Stabilization and Peacebuilding.

Position Description

The Operations Manager is a key and senior member of the Near East Foundation Syria team and will function as Deputy Syria Director in their absence.

The Operations Manager is responsible for overseeing and ensuring the efficient functioning of the NEF’s operational activities. The role focuses on logistics, administration, human resources, procurement, compliance, government relations and security to support program implementation effectively. The Operations Manager will work closely with program teams to ensure that operational functions align with programmatic needs and strategic objectives.

Duties and Responsibilities:

General Operations Management

• Oversee daily operational activities and ensure efficient workflow within the organization.
• Develop and implement operational policies, procedures, and best practices to improve efficiency and effectiveness.
• Ensure compliance with organizational policies, legal requirements, and industry standards.
• Conduct regular assessments and evaluations of operational procedures to identify areas for improvement.
• Develop and oversee implementation of sustainability and environmental responsibility policies where applicable.
• Maintain an up-to-date operational risk register and mitigation plans.

Procurement & Contract Management

• Oversee procurement processes, ensuring transparency, efficiency, and compliance with organizational procurement policies and donor regulations.
• Manage vendor relationships, develop supplier performance tracking systems, and negotiate contracts for goods and services.
• Ensure procurement processes are aligned with environmental and ethical purchasing standards.
• Maintain accurate procurement documentation, including vendor databases, purchase orders, and contract records.
• Conduct market research to identify cost-saving opportunities and innovative sourcing solutions.

Administration & Logistics

• Manage office administration, including facilities, equipment, and supplies, ensuring proper maintenance and functionality across all of NEF’s areas of operations.
• Maintain accurate records and documentation related to operational functions, ensuring data security and accessibility.
• Supervise administrative/ and logistics support staff and ensure they are effectively contributing to operational objectives.
• Oversee logistics, including travel arrangements, vehicle and asset management adhering to NEF and donor procedures
• Oversee event coordination for internal and external activities.

Human Resources (HR):

In coordination with the HR Manager

• Support recruitment, onboarding, and performance management processes in collaboration with the HR Regional Manager, in compliance with local law and NEF policies.
• Promote a positive workplace culture, including staff well-being, professional development, and capacity-building initiatives.
• Lead the coordination and maintenance of the full employee lifecycle that includes attraction, recruitment, onboarding, development, retention, and separation.
• Respond to and escalate employee relation issues such as personnel matters, grievances, and assist with investigation of policies and conduct violations and all hiring and firing matters.

Safety and Security (S&S):

In coordination with the Regional Safety and Security Manager

• Monitor and manage the S&S environment for NEF staff and premises; provide recommendations to the Syria Director and Regional S&S Manager.
• Provide S&S support, advice, and security briefings prior to field movements.
• Review and maintain incident reporting and mapping system.
• Ensure staff are informed of NEF’s S&S policies, SOPs, and protocols.
• Manage S&S NEF Syria WhatsApp groups.

Compliance & Risk Management

• Ensure the organization complies with all relevant regulatory requirements, internal policies, and donor guidelines.
• Support organizational risk management and crisis response planning, including security protocols and emergency preparedness.
• Ensure staff are trained in security, data protection, workplace safety, and ethical compliance policies.
• Lead the development and implementation of a business continuity plan to ensure resilience in case of disruptions.

Government Liaison & External Relations

• Act as the primary point of contact for government agencies and regulatory bodies.
• Ensure compliance with government regulations, including registration, operational permits, and reporting requirements.
• Represent the organization in meetings, consultations, and negotiations with relevant government officials and stakeholders when required.
• Facilitate the acquisition of necessary approvals, permits, and licenses required for organizational activities.
• Support advocacy efforts and strengthen partnerships with government entities to enhance program impact.
• Monitor changes in government policies and regulatory frameworks that may impact the organization’s operations.

External and Internal work relations

Internal

• Syria Director; operations, programs, and administration.
• Finance; budgets, logistics and procurement staff.
• Program Manager; program support, logistics, operations.

External

• Government institutions at the national level (Ministry of Foreign Affairs, Ministry of Labor, Ministry of Public Service; Ministry of Interior etc.).
• State and county authorities (Office of the governors, state ministry of public service, RCC, commissioners)
• Liaise with law enforcement.
• Other stakeholders as required

Qualifications and Experience

• Bachelor’s or master’s degree in business administration, Public Administration, Management, Logistics, or a related field.
• Minimum [5] years of experience in operations management, preferably in the NGO sector or humanitarian field.
• Strong knowledge of administration, procurement, HR, compliance, and logistics management.
• Excellent leadership, organizational, and problem-solving skills, with a proactive and strategic mindset.
• Strong communication and interpersonal skills, with experience working in a multicultural and multidisciplinary environment.
• Proficiency in relevant IT systems, enterprise software, and project management tools.
• Experience in risk management, legal compliance, and security policies is an advantage.
• Excellent communication skills.
• Fluency in written and spoken English and Arabic.

Key Competencies

• Strategic Thinking & Decision-Making
• Leadership & Team Management
• Organizational & Planning Skills
• Problem-Solving & Adaptability
• Communication & Interpersonal Skills

Work Environment and Conditions

• The role may require travel to project sites, partner organizations, and relevant stakeholders.
• Work may involve occasional extended hours to meet operational demands and deadlines.
• The Operations Manager will work closely with various departments, external vendors, and donors to ensure seamless execution of operational functions.
• The position may require adaptability to work in challenging environments, particularly in humanitarian or field-based operations.

Review of applications will begin on September 25, 2025. Interested candidates are encouraged to apply as soon as possible. 

To apply:

Please apply by submitting the following documents:

• Cover letter outlining relevant experience and skills based on the requirements outlined above
• Curriculum Vitae
• List of three references (including one from current, or most recent, employer)

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 these recruitment.

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Location

Damascus, Syria

Department

Syria سوريا

Employment Type

Full-Time

Minimum Experience

Manager/Supervisor

MEAL Assistant (Jarablus)

Department

Syria سوريا

Employment Type

Full-Time

Minimum Experience

Mid-level

Near East Foundation (NEF) – Syria

Title: MEAL Assistant

Reports to: MEAL Officer

Location: Jarablus, Aleppo

The Near East Foundation (NEF) is seeking candidates for a Monitoring, Evaluation, Accountability, and Learning (MEAL) Assistant position, to be based in Jarablus. NEF is a non-profit international development organization that has supported livelihoods recovery and community-based economic development in the Middle East, Africa, and Caucasus since 1915. NEF draws on local teams, experience, and partnerships in these regions to create community-led solutions to improve livelihoods and local governance among conflict and crisis-affected groups, while maintaining neutrality and ensuring inclusiveness in our approach. Working through a network of country offices and local partners, NEF has operations in ten countries: Armenia, Jordan, Lebanon, Iraq, Mali, Morocco, Palestine, Sudan, South Sudan, and Syria. Our programs are organized around three pillars: Inclusive Economic Development, Climate-resilient Development, and Stabilization and Peacebuilding.

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  Responsibilities

Data Collection

• Support data collection and internal reporting, ensuring tools are correctly understood and used by program and field teams, under guidance from the MEAL Officer .
• Collect, enter, and analyze data monthly, quarterly, and annually, ensuring accuracy and reliability.
• Identify challenges in the data collection process and report them to the MEAL Officer for resolution.
• Conduct monitoring field visits, phone verifications, and facilitate Key Informant Interviews (KIIs) and Focus Group Discussions (FGDs) using MEAL-developed tools and guidelines.
• Support in the training, guidance , and supervision of volunteers and field associates in conducting assessments and surveys (e.g., baselines, follow-ups, end-lines), using KOBO and/or AKVO tools.
• Document activities with photos, ensuring proper consent is obtained and filed according to MEAL guidelines.
• Assist the MEAL Officer by sharing field insights to ensure surveys and tools are suitable and appropriate for the local context.

Data Management and Analysis

• Verify and ensure the accuracy and completeness of collected data in collaboration with the MEAL Officer .
• Maintain a clean and accurate database, including the Digital Lending Management System (LMS) and coordinate with the MEAL Officer and IM Coordinator for reporting.
• Assist in producing reports and tools to share with project implementation teams.
• Organize and maintain a filing system for all MEAL-related files and supporting documentation, prioritizing digital records.

Learning

• Provide input to the management team on new initiatives and improvements in MEAL processes.
• Collect and prepare visibility materials (success stories, case studies, etc.) in close coordination with the MEAL Officer.
• Integrate findings from data collection and analysis into learning documents in close coordination with the MEAL Officer.
• Support the implementation of lessons learned workshops in close coordination with the MEAL Officer.

Accountability:

• Conduct awareness sessions for staff and communities on the FCRM, ensuring understanding of available feedback tools.
• Ensure beneficiaries understand project objectives, selection criteria, and available feedback channels.
• Monitor Feedback and Complaint Response Mechanisms (FCRM), ensuring accessibility, cultural appropriateness, and confidentiality.
• Conduct spot checks with beneficiaries to assess satisfaction with NEF services and staff.
• Assist beneficiaries in submitting feedback or complaints, ensuring transparency and proper follow-up.
• Document accountability-related issues, including complaints, resolutions, and lessons learned, in coordination with the MEAL team.

Other Duties

• Perform additional responsibilities as required or requested.

Qualifications and Requirements:

The successful candidate must be a self-directed individual with the following qualifications:

Basic Qualifications

• University degree in Social Science or any relevant field of study and field experience dealing with data collection, management, analysis, and reporting.
• At least one year of M&E experience in a development or humanitarian setting with a particular focus on data collection and management.
• Working knowledge of principles of results-oriented monitoring and evaluation.
• Experience using research methods with mixed-methods data collection and analysis skills.
• Ability to manage and analyze quantitative data in Microsoft Excel or similar software.
• Experience using Data collection tools such as smartphone-based data collection software, especially KOBO and AKVO software, and data bases
• Must be eligible to work and reside in Syria without NEF sponsorship.

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 documents:

• 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 these recruitment.

Location

Aleppo, NWS

Department

Syria سوريا

Employment Type

Full-Time

Minimum Experience

Mid-level

Safety & Logistics Officer (Hasakah)

Department

Syria سوريا

Employment Type

Full-Time

Minimum Experience

Mid-level

Job Title: Safety & Logistics Officer

Report to: Siraj Center Manager

Location: Al-Hasakah

The Near East Foundation (NEF) is seeking candidates for the Safety & Logistics Officer position, to be based in Al-Hasakah. NEF is a non-profit international development organization that has supported livelihoods recovery and community-based economic development in the Middle East, Africa, and Caucasus since 1915. NEF draws on local teams, experience, and partnerships in these regions to create community-led solutions to improve livelihoods and local governance among conflict and crisis-affected groups, while maintaining neutrality and ensuring inclusiveness in our approach. Working through a network of country offices and local partners, NEF has operations in ten countries: Armenia, Jordan, Lebanon, Iraq, Mali, Morocco, Palestine, Sudan, South Sudan, and Syria. Our programs are organized around three pillars: Inclusive Economic Development, Climate-resilient Development, and Stabilization and Peacebuilding.

Job Description

The Safety & Logistics Officer is responsible for the efficient execution and coordination of all procurement, logistics, and safety and security activities for the Center. This role ensures strict compliance with organizational policies and procedures, providing essential operational support to the Center Manager and project teams.

Key Responsibilities

A. Procurement and Supply Chain (Execution & Compliance)

• Procurement Execution: Execute the full procurement cycle for goods and services, including:
  • Processing and tracking all Purchase Requests (PRs) from initiation to final delivery.
  • Obtaining competitive quotations and preparing comparative bid analyses (CBAs) in line with established thresholds.
  • Drafting and issuing Purchase Orders (POs) and ensuring timely delivery.
• Vendor Management: Maintain an updated database of pre-qualified suppliers and vendors, and coordinate with them to ensure quality and timely delivery of supplies.
• Compliance and Documentation: Ensure all procurement activities are fully documented and comply with the organization’s procurement policies, donor regulations, and local laws. This includes proper filing of all supporting documents (PRs, CBAs, POs, invoices, GRNs).
• Payment Coordination: Coordinate with the Finance department to ensure timely processing of vendor payments, ensuring all necessary documentation is in place.
• Contract Coordination: Maintain records of all service contracts and leases (e.g., office space, utilities) and coordinate with the Center Manager on renewal or termination processes.

B. Logistics and Asset Management (Coordination & Oversight)

• Inventory and Stores Management: Oversee the center’s stores, ensuring proper storage, organization, and security of all supplies and equipment.
  • Conduct regular, documented physical inventory counts and reconcile them with stock records.
  • Prepare and submit accurate stock reports to the Center Manager and Operations Management as required.
• Asset Management: Maintain the center’s asset register, ensuring all assets are properly tagged, tracked, and accounted for throughout their lifecycle.
• Movement and Fleet Coordination: Coordinate the scheduling and use of center vehicles (if applicable) for staff and material movement, ensuring all trips are authorized and documented.
• Administrative Support: Provide logistical support for workshops, training, and other events, including the timely procurement and distribution of necessary materials (e.g., stationery, training kits).
• Daily Records: Prepare and submit daily logistical records, including movement plans and attendance sheets for logistics support staff, to the Center Manager.

C. Safety and Security (Monitoring & Reporting)

• Safety Monitoring: Conduct regular physical checks of the center facilities to ensure the presence and functionality of all public safety means, including fire extinguishers, first-aid kits, and emergency exits.
  • Ensure regular maintenance and servicing of all safety and protection equipment.
• Access Control: Monitor and ensure the implementation of appropriate access control procedures for all project facilities, covering employees, beneficiaries, and visitors.
• Focal Point: Act as the local safety focal point, facilitating information exchange and coordination on security matters between the Center Manager, staff, and relevant external stakeholders.
• Reporting and Documentation: Prepare and submit timely and accurate safety and security incident reports, as well as routine safety compliance reports, to the Center Manager.
• Security Support: Assist the Center Manager in implementing security protocols, including the coordination of security guards (if applicable) and the dissemination of security advisories to staff.
• Equipment Procurement: Provide technical input and assistance to the procurement process for specialized safety and security equipment.

Qualifications and Requirements

• Education: Bachelor’s degree in commerce, Business Administration, Logistics, or a related field.
• Experience: Minimum of 3 years of practical experience in procurement, supply chain management, or logistics, preferably within the NGO sector.
• Knowledge: Clear knowledge of procurement laws, regulations, and best practices. Familiarity with local market conditions and geography.
• Skills:
  • Proficiency in Microsoft Office applications (Word, Excel, Outlook).
  • Strong organizational, documentation, and record-keeping skills.
  • Ability to read, interpret, and apply policies and procedures.
  • Good arithmetic skills for accurate record maintenance.
  • Ability to deal with on-the-ground developments immediately to ensure maximum protection for team members and assets.
• Willingness to travel to field locations when required.

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 documents:

• 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 these recruitment.

Location

Al-Hasakah, Al-Hasakah

Department

Syria سوريا

Employment Type

Full-Time

Minimum Experience

Mid-level

Appel à candidatures pour la réalisation d'une évaluation externe

Department

Morocco

Employment Type

Consultant

Minimum Experience

Mid-level

Appel à candidatures pour la réalisation d'une évaluation externe

Terme de références

Projet “Growing the Youth Climate Innovation Incubator”

Septembre 2023 - Décembre 2025

La Near East Foundation (NEF) est une ONG internationale basée aux États-Unis, à Londres et à Bruxelles. Depuis 100 ans, la NEF œuvre à la construction de communautés plus durables, plus prospères et plus inclusives dans neuf pays au Moyen-Orient et en Afrique. Nos programmes s'organisent autour des thématiques du développement économique inclusif ; développement résilient au changement climatique ; et stabilisation et consolidation de la paix.

La NEF Maroc recherche des candidats qualifiés pour le réaliser l’évaluation finale du projet GYII, en suivant les instructions des TDRs ci-dessous.

1- Contexte du projet

Le projet « Growing the Youth Climate Innovation Incubator (GYCII) », porté par la Near East Foundation (NEF) en partenariat avec Emerging Business Factory (EBF), vise à mobiliser la créativité et le leadership des jeunes entrepreneurs marocains pour répondre à deux défis majeurs du pays : la crise climatique et le chômage des jeunes.

Le changement climatique accentue au Maroc la pression sur les ressources en eau, la désertification, la perte de biodiversité et la baisse de la productivité agricole. Ces phénomènes menacent un secteur clé de l’économie et de la sécurité alimentaire du pays. Parallèlement, le Maroc fait face à des défis environnementaux liés à la gestion des déchets, à la pollution et à la surexploitation des ressources naturelles.

Sur le plan socio-économique, le taux de chômage demeure élevé — près de 13 % de la population, avec des taux particulièrement importants chez les femmes (17 %), les jeunes (35 %) et les diplômés (25 %). Plus de la moitié de la population a moins de 29 ans, et l’exclusion économique des jeunes alimente des dynamiques de migration et de désenchantement.

Dans ce contexte, l’entrepreneuriat vert constitue un levier stratégique pour allier création d’emplois, innovation et transition écologique. Toutefois, malgré une culture entrepreneuriale dynamique, les initiatives centrées sur la durabilité restent rares. Les jeunes entrepreneurs, en particulier les femmes, manquent d’appui technique, financier et institutionnel pour transformer leurs idées en entreprises viables. Les structures d’accompagnement existantes manquent souvent de compétences pour soutenir des projets à fort impact environnemental.

GYCII se distingue comme le premier projet d’incubation au Maroc à aborder conjointement les enjeux du changement climatique et de l’emploi des jeunes à travers le prisme de l’entrepreneuriat vert, en se focalisant cependant sur les régions de Marrakech-Safi, Draa-Tafilalet, Beni Mellal-Khenifra, et Souss-Massa.

S’appuyant sur l’expérience du projet pilote Youth Climate Innovation Incubator (phase pilote, 2022–2023), qui a accompagné et financé 32 start-ups, le projet GYCII a consolidé et élargit cette approche en intégrant trois axes complémentaires :

• Convergence et co-création: réunir des experts, institutions et entrepreneurs pour identifier les défis climatiques locaux et concevoir des solutions innovantes adaptées aux réalités régionales ;
• Renforcement des capacités entrepreneuriales: offrir des formations, un accompagnement individualisé, un mentorat et des appuis financiers pour transformer les idées en entreprises durables et compétitives ;
• Animation de l’écosystème: favoriser la collaboration entre acteurs publics, privés et associatifs afin de renforcer l’écosystème national de l’entrepreneuriat vert.

Le projet adopte différents modèles pour élargir l’accès aux services d’incubation et mieux répondre aux contraintes géographiques et sociales. Il met également l’accent sur l’inclusion des femmes et des jeunes, et sur la création d’emplois dans des secteurs tels que l’agriculture durable, la gestion de l’eau, le recyclage, l’énergie propre ou la valorisation des déchets.

En capitalisant sur les acquis du projet pilote, le projet GYCII a pour but de renforcer la résilience économique et climatique du Maroc, tout en catalysant une nouvelle génération d’entrepreneurs capables de concilier innovation, durabilité et impact social.

2- Objectifs du projet

GYCII a pour ambition de répondre de manière concrète et innovante aux défis et opportunités liés au changement climatique et à l’emploi des jeunes au Maroc. Il s’inscrit pleinement dans les priorités nationales de l’Etat marocain en matière de développement durable, d’adaptation climatique et de promotion de l’entrepreneuriat, notamment à travers les cadres stratégiques tels que la Contribution Déterminée au niveau National (CDN) et la stratégie “Génération Green 2020–2030”.

Plus spécifiquement, le projet poursuit trois objectifs principaux :

• Créer un espace de convergence et d’apprentissage réunissant des entrepreneurs et des experts engagés dans le développement et la mise à l’échelle de solutions durables face à la crise climatique, favorisant ainsi l’émergence d’une communauté de pratique autour de l’innovation verte.
• Renforcer les capacités des entrepreneurs pour leur permettre de développer et de déployer leurs solutions sur le marché, d’améliorer leurs modèles économiques, d’accéder à des financements et d’accroître la viabilité et la compétitivité de leurs entreprises.
• Animer et structurer un écosystème collaboratif d’acteurs de l’entrepreneuriat et de l’innovation durable, en stimulant les partenariats entre entrepreneurs, structures d’appui, institutions publiques, investisseurs et organisations de la société civile afin de renforcer l’appui aux initiatives à fort impact environnemental et social.

Résultats escomptés

1-     Création d’un espace collaboratif dédié à l’entrepreneuriat durable :
Réunir au moins 100 entrepreneurs et 50 experts pour co-créer des solutions innovantes face à la crise climatique.

2-     Renforcement des capacités de 80 entrepreneurs :
Améliorer leurs compétences pour développer, financer et mettre à l’échelle leurs solutions vertes.

3-     Structuration de l’écosystème de l’entrepreneuriat vert
Renforcer la collaboration entre entrepreneurs, structures d’appui et partenaires publics/privés.

Activités afférentes

1.1. Mobiliser les parties prenantes et aligner les activités sur les priorités locales et les marchés.
1.2. Recruter de jeunes entrepreneurs issus de divers horizons, avec une attention particulière aux femmes entrepreneures.
1.3. Organiser des Design Labs réunissant entrepreneurs et experts locaux pour l’idéation et la conception de solutions vertes.

2.1. Fournir des services d’incubation à 80 entreprises.
2.2. Offrir un appui à l’accélération des entreprises à fort potentiel de croissance.
2.3. Accompagner la mise à l’échelle des entreprises sélectionnées.
2.4. Faciliter la création de réseaux d’entrepreneurs et renforcer l’appui aux femmes entrepreneures.

3.1. Appuyer la participation des entrepreneurs à des événements et salons régionaux.
3.2. Mettre en place un mécanisme de financement mixte (blended finance) pour soutenir la durabilité et la mise à l’échelle.
3.3. Promouvoir les échanges de bonnes pratiques avec d’autres hubs et acteurs de l’écosystème entrepreneurial.

3- Objectifs de l’évaluation

L’évaluation finale vise à apprécier de manière indépendante et objective la performance globale du projet GYCII, en mettant l’accent sur la pertinence, l’efficacité, l’efficience, les impacts et la durabilité des interventions mises en œuvre.

Elle doit permettre de tirer les principales leçons et recommandations pour améliorer la conception et la mise en œuvre de futurs programmes d’incubation et d’accompagnement de l’entrepreneuriat vert, en particulier chez les jeunes et les femmes.

L’évaluation cherchera plus spécifiquement à :

• Analyser la pertinence du projet au regard des priorités nationales de lutte contre le changement climatique, de promotion de l’emploi et d’inclusion économique.
• Apprécier l’efficacité du projet dans l’atteinte de ses résultats, notamment en matière de renforcement des capacités, d’accès au marché, de mobilisation de financements et de structuration d’un écosystème entrepreneurial vert.
• Évaluer l’efficience de la mise en œuvre, y compris l’adéquation des ressources mobilisées (financières, humaines, techniques) et la valeur ajoutée du modèle hybride (présentiel/à distance, en groupe/individuel).
• Identifier les effets et impacts du projet sur les bénéficiaires directs (start-ups), sur l’écosystème local (partenaires, investisseurs, institutions), et sur les dynamiques sociales (emploi, inclusion des femmes et des jeunes, résilience climatique).
• Apprécier la durabilité des résultats et les conditions de leur pérennisation, notamment la viabilité financière et institutionnelle des start-ups soutenues et des partenariats créés.
• Documenter les changements les plus significatifs induits par le projet pour les entrepreneurs appuyés et l’écosystème local.

4- Résultats attendus de l’évaluation

L’évaluation est censée produire les résultats suivants :

• Un rapport d’évaluation complet, incluant une analyse détaillée selon les cinq critères d’évaluation (pertinence, efficacité, efficience, impact, durabilité) et intégrant une perspective genre et inclusion.
• Une synthèse exécutive présentant les constats majeurs, les bonnes pratiques, les innovations du projet, les limites identifiées et les recommandations stratégiques et opérationnelles.
• Un ensemble de recommandations concrètes et hiérarchisées, destinées :
  aux structures de mise en œuvre (pour capitaliser et améliorer les approches futures, voire de possibles extensions du projet sur d’autres territoires) ;
• Une restitution orale des résultats auprès de l’équipe projet de la NEF.

5- Méthodologie de l’évaluation

La méthodologie proposée combinera une analyse documentaire, une collecte primaire de données, et un croisement analytique avec les données de suivi du cadre logique du projet.

a. Revue documentaire : Analyse du cadre logique, rapports de suivi, rapports d’activités et de formation, base de données des start-ups, et documents de capitalisation.

b. Collecte de données primaires

Les enquêtes seront menées auprès des parties prenantes suivantes :

• 28 start-ups bénéficiaires (entretiens semi-structurés téléphoniques) ;
• 5 experts impliqués dans le projet, à Marrakech ;
• 2 membres de l’équipe projet de la NEF (mise en œuvre et suivi) ;
• 1 membre de la structure partenaire (EBF, à Marrakech) ;

Des outils d’enquête standardisés (déjà existants) seront utilisés, permettant une analyse quantitative et qualitative rigoureuse.

c. Approche analytique

• Croisement des résultats d’enquêtes avec les indicateurs du cadre logique (taux de start-ups en activité, levées de fonds, emplois créés, part de femmes bénéficiaires, etc.).
• Analyse comparative selon les axes : genre, région, maturité de l’entreprise, secteur d’activité.
• Identification des changements les plus significatifs (« Most Significant Changes »).
• Validation des constats par triangulation (entre données de suivi, entretiens et documents).

Notez que l’analyse et l’interprétation des données devra se faire conformément aux questions d’évaluation préalablement définies par l’équipe de projet NEF.

d. Principes directeurs

L’évaluation respectera les principes de transparence, indépendance, participation et redevabilité.
Une attention particulière sera portée à la dimension genre et inclusion, et à la prise en compte des leçons apprises pour des programmes similaires.

6- Tâches du/de la consultant(e)

Le/la consultant(e) ou l’équipe d’évaluation sera chargé(e) de :

• Prendre connaissance de la documentation du projet (cadre logique, rapports, outils d’enquête existants).
• Élaborer un plan de travail et le calendrier.
• Conduire la collecte des données (entretiens, enquêtes), en coordination avec l’équipe projet de la NEF.
• Analyser les données qualitatives et quantitatives et produire des tableaux de synthèse pertinents.
• Rédiger le rapport d’évaluation finale, incluant : Les constats par critère d’évaluation, les leçons apprises, les bonnes pratiques et recommandations pour scalabilité.
• Présenter les résultats lors d’un atelier de restitution.

7- Profil du consultant / cabinet

Le consultant ou cabinet devra répondre aux critères suivants :

• Formation supérieure (Bac +5 minimum) en économie du développement, sciences sociales, genre, entreprenariat ou domaine connexe ;
• Expérience confirmée dans l’évaluation de projets de développement, particulièrement ceux axés sur l’autonomisation économique, les coopératives ou l’entrepreneuriat féminin ;
• Maîtrise des approches d’évaluation qualitative et quantitative ;
• Solide capacité d’analyse, de synthèse et de rédaction ;
• Bonne connaissance du contexte rural marocain et expérience de travail avec des groupes de femmes ;
• Maîtrise du français et l’arabe à l’écrit et à l’oral, l’anglais est désirable.

8- Livrables attendus

• Plan de travail ;
• Rapport provisoire d’évaluation ;
• Présentation de restitution ;
• Rapport final validé (version PDF et Word).

9- Constitution de l’Offre

L’offre est composée de deux ensembles séparés :

• La proposition technique ;
• La proposition financière.

La proposition technique doit comporter :

• La compréhension de la mission ;
• La méthodologie proposée ;
• La liste et les CV de l’ensemble du personnel composant l’équipe d’évaluation.

L’offre financière doit comporter le devis estimatif (TTC), paraphé sur toutes les pages signé et daté à la dernière page. Elle doit prendre en compte les honoraires, le per diem, le rapport.

Les autres frais relatifs à la prise en charge du transport, de la location de la salle, des matériels didactiques et fournitures ne font pas partie du devis du prestataire. Les coûts relatifs à l’hébergement et à la restauration dans la zone du projet seront retenus sur les per diem dûs aux consultants.

10- Critères d’évaluation et modalité de notation des offres

Les propositions reçues seront évaluées par un comité de sélection sur la base d’une analyse comparative technique et financière, selon une grille de notation standardisée. L’attribution du marché se fera selon le principe de la meilleure offre présentant le meilleur rapport qualité-prix.

L’évaluation reposera sur un total de 100 points, répartis comme suit :

1. Qualité technique globale : 75 points

• Compréhension de la mission et pertinence de l’approche proposée : 25 points
• Qualité de la méthodologie et rigueur analytique : 30 points
• Plan de travail, calendrier et faisabilité opérationnelle : 10 points
• Expérience, expertise et complémentarité de l’équipe proposée : 10 points

2. Rapport coût-efficacité : 25 points

Cette composante évaluera dans quelle mesure la proposition offre la meilleure valeur ajoutée au regard des ressources mobilisées, notamment :

• La cohérence entre le budget proposé et la méthodologie présentée
• La justification des coûts par rapport aux livrables attendus
• L’optimisation des ressources sans compromis sur la qualité et la rigueur de l’évaluation

La sélection ne sera pas basée sur l’offre la moins chère, mais sur celle démontrant le meilleur équilibre entre qualité technique et efficience budgétaire, garantissant un haut niveau de crédibilité et de robustesse méthodologique.

11- Etapes et calendrier de l’Évaluation

Le nombre maximal attendu de jours d’expertise est estimé à vingt (25) jours répartis comme suit :

• Quatre (4) jours de cadrage, l’élaboration du plan, la revue des documents de projets et des outils de collecte ;
• Huit (12) jours de collecte des données sur le terrain ;
• Cinq (6) jours de traitement et d’analyse des données et rédaction du rapport provisoire ;
• Un (1) jour pour la restitution des résultats et conclusions de l’évaluation;
• Deux (2) jours pour la production du rapport final.

Les activités d’évaluation devront débuter au plus tard le 15 décembre 2025.

12- Procédures de recrutement du Consultant (expertise nationale uniquement)

La diffusion de cet appel d’offre et le recrutement du consultant se feront sur une base ouverte au grand public. Il est attendu le recrutement d’un consultant national ou d’une équipe de consultants nationaux uniquement.

Les candidats intéressés sont encouragés à postuler dès que possible avant le 6 décembre 2025, le site web de la Near East Foundation.

Les applications seront examinées sur une base continue ; NEF se réserve le droit de mener des entretiens avant la date de clôture et peut fermer l’annonce plus tôt en cas de sélection d’un candidat approprié.

13- Propriété des résultats

Les résultats de l’évaluation restent propriétés de la NEF et ne peuvent faire l’objet de publication/d’exploitation sans leur accord.

Location

Moroc, Maroc (Hybrid)

Department

Morocco

Employment Type

Consultant

Minimum Experience

Mid-level

MEAL Assistant ( AlBab)

Department

Syria سوريا

Employment Type

Full-Time

Minimum Experience

Mid-level

Near East Foundation (NEF) – Syria

Title: MEAL Assistant

Reports to: MEAL Officer

Location: Al Bab, Aleppo

The Near East Foundation (NEF) is seeking candidates for a Monitoring, Evaluation, Accountability and Learning (MEAL) Assistant position, to be based in Al Bab. NEF is a non-profit international development organization that has supported livelihoods recovery and community-based economic development in the Middle East, Africa, and Caucasus since 1915. NEF draws on local teams, experience, and partnerships in these regions to create community-led solutions to improve livelihoods and local governance among conflict and crisis-affected groups, while maintaining neutrality and ensuring inclusiveness in our approach. Working through a network of country offices and local partners, NEF has operations in ten countries: Armenia, Jordan, Lebanon, Iraq, Mali, Morocco, Palestine, Sudan, South Sudan, and Syria. Our programs are organized around three pillars: Inclusive Economic Development, Climate-resilient Development, and Stabilization and Peacebuilding.

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  Responsibilities

Data Collection

• Support data collection and internal reporting, ensuring tools are correctly understood and used by program and field teams, under guidance from the MEAL Officer .
• Collect, enter, and analyze data monthly, quarterly, and annually, ensuring accuracy and reliability.
• Identify challenges in the data collection process and report them to the MEAL Officer for resolution.
• Conduct monitoring field visits, phone verifications, and facilitate Key Informant Interviews (KIIs) and Focus Group Discussions (FGDs) using MEAL-developed tools and guidelines.
• Support in the training, guidance , and supervision of volunteers and field associates in conducting assessments and surveys (e.g., baselines, follow-ups, end-lines), using KOBO and/or AKVO tools.
• Document activities with photos, ensuring proper consent is obtained and filed according to MEAL guidelines.
• Assist the MEAL Officer by sharing field insights to ensure surveys and tools are suitable and appropriate for the local context.

Data Management and Analysis

• Verify and ensure the accuracy and completeness of collected data in collaboration with the MEAL Officer .
• Maintain a clean and accurate database, including the Digital Lending Management System (LMS) and coordinate with the MEAL Officer and IM Coordinator for reporting.
• Assist in producing reports and tools to share with project implementation teams.
• Organize and maintain a filing system for all MEAL-related files and supporting documentation, prioritizing digital records.

Learning

• Provide input to the management team on new initiatives and improvements in MEAL processes.
• Collect and prepare visibility materials (success stories, case studies, etc.) in close coordination with the MEAL Officer.
• Integrate findings from data collection and analysis into learning documents in close coordination with the MEAL Officer.
• Support the implementation of lessons learned workshops in close coordination with the MEAL Officer.

Accountability:

• Conduct awareness sessions for staff and communities on the FCRM, ensuring understanding of available feedback tools.
• Ensure beneficiaries understand project objectives, selection criteria, and available feedback channels.
• Monitor Feedback and Complaint Response Mechanisms (FCRM), ensuring accessibility, cultural appropriateness, and confidentiality.
• Conduct spot checks with beneficiaries to assess satisfaction with NEF services and staff.
• Assist beneficiaries in submitting feedback or complaints, ensuring transparency and proper follow-up.
• Document accountability-related issues, including complaints, resolutions, and lessons learned, in coordination with the MEAL team.

Other Duties

• Perform additional responsibilities as required or requested.

Qualifications and Requirements:

The successful candidate must be a self-directed individual with the following qualifications:

Basic Qualifications

• University degree in Social Science or any relevant field of study and field experience dealing with data collection, management, analysis and reporting.
• At least one year of M&E experience in a development or humanitarian setting with a particular focus on data collection and management.
• Working knowledge of principles of results-oriented monitoring and evaluation.
• Experience using research methods with mixed-methods data collection and analysis skills.
• Ability to manage and analyze quantitative data in Microsoft Excel or similar software.
• Experience using Data collection tools such as smartphone-based data collection software, especially KOBO and AKVO software, and data bases
• Must be eligible to work and reside in Syria without NEF sponsorship.

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 documents:

• 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 these recruitment.

Location

Aleppo

Department

Syria سوريا

Employment Type

Full-Time

Minimum Experience

Mid-level

Loan Officer (Raqqa)

Department

Syria سوريا

Employment Type

Full-Time

Minimum Experience

Mid-level

Title: Loan Officer

Reports to: Loan coordinator

Location: Raqqa

Type: Full-time Project

The Near East Foundation (NEF) is seeking candidates for a Loan Officer position to be based in Raqqa. NEF is a non-profit international development organization that has supported livelihoods recovery and community-based economic development in the Middle East, Africa, and Caucasus since 1915. NEF draws on local teams, experience, and partnerships in these regions to create community-led solutions to improve livelihoods and local governance among conflict and crisis-affected groups, while maintaining neutrality and ensuring inclusiveness in our approach. Working through a network of country offices and local partners, NEF has operations in ten countries: Armenia, Jordan, Lebanon, Iraq, Mali, Morocco, Palestine, Sudan, South Sudan, and Syria. Our programs are organized around three pillars: Inclusive Economic Development, Climate-resilient Development, and Stabilization and Peacebuilding.

Position Description

The Loan Officer will oversee the design and evolution of financial products for the project. He/she will provide support to the structuring study consultant, acting as a liaison between potential customers, partners and NEF, and implementing the structuring study recommendations throughout the course of the project.

Responsibilities:

• Review and verify all loan applications to ensure completeness and accuracy.
• Prepare and share the list of applicants and planned visits with Field Associates in alignment with the workplan.
• Develop detailed visits workplans jointly with Field Associates, the Center Manager, and the Loan Coordinator based on the lists shared on the Loan Management System (LMS).
• Conduct social verifications in coordination with Field Associates to validate applicant information.
• Supervise and participate in site monitoring visits with Field Associates during client registration (CR) and loan collection visits.
• Monitor overdue borrowers, ensure timely follow-up, and report updates to the line supervisor.
• Provide technical and behavioral guidance to Field Associates regarding visit protocols and data collection for client registration.
• Maintain regular communication with borrowers/beneficiaries to provide updates, guidance, and support.
• Ensure full adherence to credit policies, Standard Operating Procedures (SOPs), and compliance requirements.
• Assess applicants’ financial eligibility and loan feasibility in collaboration with the loan coordinator.
• Oversee follow-up visits and restructuring of loans for borrowers when required.
• Ensure all lending activities comply with internal policies, donor requirements, and local laws and regulations.
• Perform any other duties assigned by the loan coordinator, Credit Team or management

Qualifications and Requirements

• Bachelor’s degree in finance, Economics, Business Administration, or a related field.
• Minimum of 3 years of experience in loan processing, credit management, financial product development, or loan review.
• Solid understanding of direct and indirect lending practices, credit assessment, and loan documentation procedures.
• Knowledge of financial compliance regulations and risk management standards.
• Familiarity with loan management systems
• Proficiency in Microsoft Office applications and relevant financial software.
• Strong analytical, problem-solving, and organizational skills.
• Excellent written, verbal, and interpersonal communication skills.
• Ability to work effectively under pressure and travel frequently to field locations.

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 documents:

• 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 these recruitment.

Location

Raqqa, Syria

Department

Syria سوريا

Employment Type

Full-Time

Minimum Experience

Mid-level

Loan Coordinator (Raqqa)

Department

Syria سوريا

Employment Type

Full-Time

Minimum Experience

Mid-level

Job Title: Loan Coordinator.

Reports to: Credit Coordinator.

Location: Raqqa, Syria

Travel: frequent travel, 50% of your time.

The Near East Foundation (NEF) is seeking candidates for a Loan Coordinator position to be based in Raqqa. NEF is a non-profit international development organization that has supported livelihoods recovery and community-based economic development in the Middle East, Africa, and Caucasus since 1915. NEF draws on local teams, experience, and partnerships in these regions to create community-led solutions to improve livelihoods and local governance among conflict and crisis-affected groups, while maintaining neutrality and ensuring inclusiveness in our approach. Working through a network of country offices and local partners, NEF has operations in ten countries: Armenia, Jordan, Lebanon, Iraq, Mali, Morocco, Palestine, Sudan, South Sudan, and Syria. Our programs are organized around three pillars: Inclusive Economic Development, Climate-resilient Development, and Stabilization and Peacebuilding.

Duties and Responsibilities:

• Implement all activities related to financing loans and non-financial services to ensure that they proceed according to the approved plans.
• Technical and professional management of the processes of studying loan applications and technical follow-up with team members.
• Carrying out periodic field visits to supervise and verify the progress of work and the quality of implementation.
• Technical coordination on the monthly work plan in coordination with the loan officers and the director of the center.
• Develop visit plans in coordination with the center manager and cooperate with the loan officer
• Coordinate with the credit team regarding the project objectives, challenges, and achievements.
• Organizing and coordinating training for financial services related to the project.
• Provide technical and operational support to lending officials and field teams.
• Supervising the implementation of periodic capacity-building trainings for field assistants and loan officers.
• Supervising the archiving of beneficiaries ' data and using tracking tools to follow them in financial activities.
• Providing the necessary comprehensive information to the director of the Center for periodic reports related to the updates of the project and its various activities.
• Planning and coordinating field visits in close cooperation with the director of the Siraj Center and the safety and logistics staff.
• Follow up on cases of late payment, participate in collection efforts, and prepare relevant reports.
• Monitoring the performance of the loan portfolio and reporting on any developments or risks that may affect it.
• Follow up on the job performance of its employees and provide feedback and development proposals.
• Ensuring compliance with lending policies and procedures and laws adopted within the institution.
• Perform any other related tasks assigned to him by the credit team or management.

Qualifications and Requirements:

• A university degree in Business Administration, Economics, Finance, or any related specialty.
• At least 3 years of experience in the field of microcredit, microfinance, or economic project management.
• Experience in managing field teams and supervising operational activities.
• Good knowledge of lending systems, financial portfolio management, and customer verification procedures.
• High skills in planning, coordination, and reporting.
• Ability to analyze financial statements and make decisions based on performance indicators.
• Proficiency in using Microsoft Office programs, especially Excel and Word.
• Effective communication skills and the ability to build positive working relationships with colleagues and partners.
• Commitment to business ethics, transparency, and confidentiality in dealing with financial data and sensitive information.
• English language proficiency is an added advantage.

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 documents:

• Cover letter outlining all relevant experience, explaining 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 the 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 these terms of recruitment.

Location

Raqqa, Syria

Department

Syria سوريا

Employment Type

Full-Time

Minimum Experience

Mid-level

Loan Coordinator (Jarablus)

Department

Syria سوريا

Employment Type

Full-Time

Minimum Experience

Mid-level

Job Title: Loan Coordinator.

Reports to: Credit Coordinator.

Location: Jarablus, Aleppo

Travel: frequent travel, 50% of your time.

The Near East Foundation (NEF) is seeking candidates for a Loan Coordinator position to be based in Jarablus, Aleppo. NEF is a non-profit international development organization that has supported livelihoods recovery and community-based economic development in the Middle East, Africa, and Caucasus since 1915. NEF draws on local teams, experience, and partnerships in these regions to create community-led solutions to improve livelihoods and local governance among conflict and crisis-affected groups, while maintaining neutrality and ensuring inclusiveness in our approach. Working through a network of country offices and local partners, NEF has operations in ten countries: Armenia, Jordan, Lebanon, Iraq, Mali, Morocco, Palestine, Sudan, South Sudan, and Syria. Our programs are organized around three pillars: Inclusive Economic Development, Climate-resilient Development, and Stabilization and Peacebuilding.

Duties and Responsibilities:

• Implement all activities related to financing loans and non-financial services to ensure that they proceed according to the approved plans.
• Technical and professional management of the processes of studying loan applications and technical follow-up with team members.
• Carrying out periodic field visits to supervise and verify the progress of work and the quality of implementation.
• Technical coordination on the monthly work plan in coordination with the loan officers and the director of the center.
• Develop visit plans in coordination with the center manager and cooperate with the loan officer
• Coordinate with the credit team regarding the project objectives, challenges, and achievements.
• Organizing and coordinating training for financial services related to the project.
• Provide technical and operational support to lending officials and field teams.
• Supervising the implementation of periodic capacity-building trainings for field assistants and loan officers.
• Supervising the archiving of beneficiaries ' data and using tracking tools to follow them in financial activities.
• Providing the necessary comprehensive information to the director of the Center for periodic reports related to the updates of the project and its various activities.
• Planning and coordinating field visits in close cooperation with the director of the Siraj Center and the safety and logistics staff.
• Follow up on cases of late payment, participate in collection efforts, and prepare relevant reports.
• Monitoring the performance of the loan portfolio and reporting on any developments or risks that may affect it.
• Follow up on the job performance of its employees and provide feedback and development proposals.
• Ensuring compliance with lending policies and procedures and laws adopted within the institution.
• Perform any other related tasks assigned to him by the credit team or management.

Qualifications and Requirements:

• A university degree in Business Administration, Economics, Finance, or any related specialty.
• At least 3 years of experience in the field of microcredit, microfinance, or economic project management.
• Experience in managing field teams and supervising operational activities.
• Good knowledge of lending systems, financial portfolio management, and customer verification procedures.
• High skills in planning, coordination, and reporting.
• Ability to analyze financial statements and make decisions based on performance indicators.
• Proficiency in using Microsoft Office programs, especially Excel and Word.
• Effective communication skills and the ability to build positive working relationships with colleagues and partners.
• Commitment to business ethics, transparency, and confidentiality in dealing with financial data and sensitive information.
• English language proficiency is an added advantage.

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 documents:

• Cover letter outlining all relevant experience, explaining 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 the 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 these terms of recruitment.

Location

Aleppo, Aleppo

Department

Syria سوريا

Employment Type

Full-Time

Minimum Experience

Mid-level

Program Officer, Damascus (National Position)

Department

Syria سوريا

Employment Type

Full-Time

Minimum Experience

Experienced

Title: Program Officer

Reports to: Program Manager

Location: Damascus, Syria

Type: Full-time, Project

The Near East Foundation (NEF) is seeking candidates for a Program Officer position to be based in Damascus, Syria. NEF is a non-profit international development organization that has supported livelihoods recovery and community-based economic development in the Middle East, Africa, and Caucasus since 1915. NEF draws on local teams, experience, and partnerships in these regions to create community-led solutions to improve livelihoods and local governance among conflict and crisis-affected groups, while maintaining neutrality and ensuring inclusiveness in our approach. Working through a network of country offices and local partners, NEF has operations in ten countries: Armenia, Jordan, Lebanon, Iraq, Mali, Morocco, Palestine, Sudan, South Sudan, and Syria. Our programs are organized around three pillars: Inclusive Economic Development, Climate-resilient Development, and Stabilization and Peacebuilding.

Position Description

The Program Officer is a member of the Near East Foundation team in Syria, reporting to the Program Manager. The purpose of the Program Officer is to ensure all program responsibilities are performed to the highest standards and according to donor and NEF guidelines. The post-holder also assumes communication and visibility responsibilities for the program operation.

Duties & Responsibilities:

Program Management

• Support the planning, implementation, monitoring, and evaluation of programs to achieve desired outcomes.
• Develop work plans, budgets, and performance monitoring frameworks.
• Ensure timely delivery of program activities in line with NEF’s and donor requirements.

Grant and Donor Management

• Contribute to the drafting of project proposals, concept notes, and reports for donors.
• Track program activity, budgets, expenditures, and financial reporting.

Partnership Building and Coordination

• Establish and maintain relationships with government agencies, civil society organizations, and other stakeholders.
• Represent the organization in meetings, conferences, and networks.
• Coordinate with all relevant stakeholders to facilitate program implementation.

Compliance and Risk Management

• Ensure programs comply with organizational policies, donor guidelines, and local regulations.
• Identify, communicate and mitigate potential risks associated with program implementation.

Qualifications and Experience:

• Bachelor’s degree in relevant field, e.g., International Development, Social Sciences, Public Health. Master’s degree preferred.
• Minimum 4 of relevant work experience in program management, with an INGO.
• Proven experience in project design, proposal writing, and donor reporting.
• Understanding of monitoring and evaluation methodologies.
• Experience in managing budgets.

• Fluency in Arabic and English, written and spoken is required.

Skills and Competencies:

• Excellent project management and organizational skills.
• Strong analytical and problem-solving abilities.
• Effective communication, negotiation, and interpersonal skills.
• Ability to work independently and in a multicultural team environment.

Position Success Criteria:

• Effective team player, able to develop and maintain effective working relationships within a distributed and dynamic team.
• Able to read and analyze documents and communicate with others as necessary to perform job duties effectively.
• Ability to communicate with colleagues remotely.
• Requires solid written and verbal communication skills.
• Good interpersonal and cultural sensitivity skills.

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 documents:

• Cover letter outlining all relevant experience, explaining 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 the 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 these terms of recruitment.

Location

Damascus, Syria

Department

Syria سوريا

Employment Type

Full-Time

Minimum Experience

Experienced

Program Officer, Aleppo (National Position)

Department

Syria سوريا

Employment Type

Full-Time

Minimum Experience

Experienced

Title: Program Officer

Reports to: Program Manager

Location: Aleppo, Syria

Type: Full-time, Project

The Near East Foundation (NEF) is seeking candidates for a Program Officer position to be based in Aleppo, Syria. NEF is a non-profit international development organization that has supported livelihoods recovery and community-based economic development in the Middle East, Africa, and Caucasus since 1915. NEF draws on local teams, experience, and partnerships in these regions to create community-led solutions to improve livelihoods and local governance among conflict and crisis-affected groups, while maintaining neutrality and ensuring inclusiveness in our approach. Working through a network of country offices and local partners, NEF has operations in ten countries: Armenia, Jordan, Lebanon, Iraq, Mali, Morocco, Palestine, Sudan, South Sudan, and Syria. Our programs are organized around three pillars: Inclusive Economic Development, Climate-resilient Development, and Stabilization and Peacebuilding.

Position Description

The Program Officer is a member of the Near East Foundation team in Syria, reporting to the Program Manager. The purpose of the Program Officer is to ensure all program responsibilities are performed to the highest standards and according to donor and NEF guidelines. The post-holder also assumes communication and visibility responsibilities for the program operation.

Duties & Responsibilities:

Program Management

• Support the planning, implementation, monitoring, and evaluation of programs to achieve desired outcomes.
• Develop work plans, budgets, and performance monitoring frameworks.
• Ensure timely delivery of program activities in line with NEF’s and donor requirements.

Grant and Donor Management

• Contribute to the drafting of project proposals, concept notes, and reports for donors.
• Track program activity, budgets, expenditures, and financial reporting.

Partnership Building and Coordination

• Establish and maintain relationships with government agencies, civil society organizations, and other stakeholders.
• Represent the organization in meetings, conferences, and networks.
• Coordinate with all relevant stakeholders to facilitate program implementation.

Compliance and Risk Management

• Ensure programs comply with organizational policies, donor guidelines, and local regulations.
• Identify, communicate and mitigate potential risks associated with program implementation.

Qualifications and Experience:

• Bachelor’s degree in relevant field, e.g., International Development, Social Sciences, Public Health. Master’s degree preferred.
• Minimum 4 of relevant work experience in program management, with an INGO.
• Proven experience in project design, proposal writing, and donor reporting.
• Understanding of monitoring and evaluation methodologies.
• Experience in managing budgets.

• Fluency in Arabic and English, written and spoken is required.

Skills and Competencies:

• Excellent project management and organizational skills.
• Strong analytical and problem-solving abilities.
• Effective communication, negotiation, and interpersonal skills.
• Ability to work independently and in a multicultural team environment.

Position Success Criteria:

• Effective team player, able to develop and maintain effective working relationships within a distributed and dynamic team.
• Able to read and analyze documents and communicate with others as necessary to perform job duties effectively.
• Ability to communicate with colleagues remotely.
• Requires solid written and verbal communication skills.
• Good interpersonal and cultural sensitivity skills.

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 documents:

• Cover letter outlining all relevant experience, explaining 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 the 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 these terms of recruitment.

Location

Aleppo, Aleppo

Department

Syria سوريا

Employment Type

Full-Time

Minimum Experience

Experienced

Credit Officer (National Position)

Department

Syria سوريا

Employment Type

Full-Time

Minimum Experience

Experienced

Title: Credit Officer

Reports to: Credit Manager

Location: Damascus, Syria.

Type: Full-time Project

No. of Positions: 2

The Near East Foundation (NEF) is seeking candidates for a Credit Officer position to be based in Damascus, Syria. NEF is a non-profit international development organization that has supported livelihoods recovery and community-based economic development in the Middle East, Africa, and Caucasus since 1915. NEF draws on local teams, experience, and partnerships in these regions to create community-led solutions to improve livelihoods and local governance among conflict and crisis-affected groups, while maintaining neutrality and ensuring inclusiveness in our approach. Working through a network of country offices and local partners, NEF has operations in ten countries: Armenia, Jordan, Lebanon, Iraq, Mali, Morocco, Palestine, Sudan, South Sudan, and Syria. Our programs are organized around three pillars: Inclusive Economic Development, Climate-resilient Development, and Stabilization and Peacebuilding.

POSITION DESCRIPTION

NEF has launched a revolving credit fund to empower local entrepreneurs in north Syria by facilitating MSMEs & agricultural businesses' access to finance. The Credit Officer will work under the supervision of the Credit Manager to evaluate applicants’ creditworthiness, provide credit recommendations, and provide needed operational support.

Main duties include:

• Conduct credit assessment to evaluate applicants’ creditworthiness based on financial, operational, and market indicators, as well as any additional criteria specific to each project.
• Maintain accurate and complete documentation of credit reports, loan applications, and other relevant information and supporting documents.
• Coordinate and follow up with the day-to-day lending operations.
• Support the continuous development of the loan processing mechanism.
• Provide the needed support in other aspects of the project implementation as needed.
• Operate in compliance with laws and regulations and adhere to lending compliance guidelines and donors’ requirements.
• Support portfolio quality management by implementing effective collection strategies, minimizing delinquency, and promoting sustainable repayment practices.
• Collaborate closely with field teams to ensure accurate borrower verification, business assessments, and post-disbursement follow-up on loan utilization and business performance.
• Support the rescheduling and restructuring of loans as needed to sustain portfolio health and borrowers viability.
• Ensure full compliance with NEF’s internal controls, ethical standards, and all applicable financial regulations governing microfinance and lending activities.
• Perform any other tasks as requested.

Qualifications:

• BS degree in accounting or a related field.
• 1-3 years of relevant experience in the MFI or banking sector.
• Excellent understanding of MSMEs' loan products and credit analysis.
• Experience in agri. Lending is highly preferable.
• Excellent Microsoft Office skills.
• Excellent numerical skills.
• Excellent written, verbal, and interpersonal communication skills in English and Arabic.

Position Criteria

• Builds and maintains effective relationships with colleagues and external partners, in both in-person and remote contexts.
• Flexible, solution-oriented, and committed to programmatic excellence.
• Experience working in fragile and conflict-affected contexts is preferred.
• Stay abreast of new types of business loans and latest lending practices, as well as the digitization of financial services.

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 documents:

• Cover letter outlining all relevant experience, explaining 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 the 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 these terms of recruitment.

Location

Damascus, Syria

Department

Syria سوريا

Employment Type

Full-Time

Minimum Experience

Experienced

جامع بيانات / عقد مياومة (دمشق)

Syria سوريا - Damascus (Remote)

Department

Syria سوريا

Employment Type

Daily Worker

Minimum Experience

Entry-level

المسمّى الوظيفي: جامع بيانات / عقد مياومة

الموقع: سوريا، دمشق.

الغرض من الدور:
إجراء تقييمات نزاهة مستقلة مع المستفيدين من القروض للتحقق من نزاهة وشفافية وأخلاقيات عملية الإقراض ضمن مشاريع مؤسسة الشرق الأدنى.

المسؤوليات الرئيسية:

• إجراء مقابلات سرّية مع المستفيدين المختارين باستخدام أداة تقييم النزاهة الموحّدة.
• ضمان الحصول على موافقة مستنيرة وشرح هدف التقييم بشكل واضح.
• الالتزام الصارم بالمبادئ الأخلاقية، بما في ذلك السرية ومبدأ عدم الإضرار.
• تسجيل الإجابات بدقة باستخدام منصة
• الإبلاغ الفوري عن أي حوادث حرجة وفقاً لبروتوكول التصعيد.
• المشاركة في جلسات التدريب والإحاطة التي ينظمها فريق المتابعة والتقييم والتعلم.

المؤهلات والخبرة:

• خبرة سابقة في جمع البيانات أو تنفيذ الاستبيانات أو أنشطة المتابعة والتقييم في السياقات الإنسانية أو التنموية.
• فهم قوي لمبادئ السرية والأخلاقيات وسياسات الحماية.
• القدرة على التواصل بشكل فعّال مع أفراد المجتمع من خلفيات متنوعة.
• إجادة اللغة/اللغات المحلية؛ العربية أساسية.

التبليغ والإشراف:

• يرفع جامع البيانات الخارجي تقاريره إلى مدير المتابعة والتقييم والتعلم.

المدّة وحجم الجهد:

• التعاقد سيكون قصير المدى لكل دورة تقييم (كل 3 أشهر).
• الدفع يتم بناءً على عدد الأيام المعتمدة.

مدونة السلوك:

• يجب على جامعي البيانات توقيع والالتزام بمدونة السلوك الخاصة بـ مؤسسة الشرق الأدنى، وسياسة الحماية، واتفاقية السرية.

Location

Damascus (Remote)

Department

Syria سوريا

Employment Type

Daily Worker

Minimum Experience

Entry-level

Data Management Officer (Raqqa)

Department

Syria سوريا

Employment Type

Full-Time

Minimum Experience

Mid-level

Near East Foundation (NEF) – Syria

Job Advertisment

Title: Data Management Officer

Reporting to: Loan Coordinator

Location: Tabqa, Raqqa

Type: Full -Time

Position Description

The purpose of the data management Officer position is to Compile, analyze data and prepare reports. Facilitate exchange of information among project stakeholders. Coordinate with other staff to optimize the quality and efficiency of monitoring system.

Responsibilities:

• Provide Support for the project data management provision and reporting for best efficiency and effectiveness.
• Working closely with the Data Management department and M&E team for setting up the data management and reporting system for both project level and field level.
• Prepare accurate qualitative and quantitative reports on time and as required.
• Ensure that the data management provides accurate and quality information for all activities
• Outreach and contact the beneficiaries when necessary.
• Ensure the standard documentation of project, through uploading all beneficiaries related documents on NEF Siraj LMS\M&E database.
• Set up and manage loan applications in the Siraj Lending Management System.
• Oversee all loan disbursement and documentation processes, including verifying beneficiaries’ IDs and other required documents.
• Ensure accurate data validation and verification during loan disbursement or any other financial service transactions.Receive and record all loan repayments, ensuring daily updates in the system with complete accuracy.
• Perform any other duties as assigned by the supervisor or their designate.

Qualifications and Requirements:

The successful Data Management Officer must be a self-directed individual with the following qualifications:

• Bachelor’s degree in Information Management, Business Administration, Finance, Economics, or a related field.
• 3-5 years of experience in data management in data management, financial services, or loan administration—preferably within humanitarian or development programs. Strong knowledge of database systems and digital management tools.
• Demonstrated ability to validate, verify, and manage large data sets with a high level of accuracy and confidentiality.
• Proficiency in Microsoft Office (especially Excel) and other data processing software.
• Strong organizational and communication skills, with the ability to work effectively under pressure and meet deadlines.
• Accuracy, competency in database programs (Excel and Access).
• Sensitivity to cultural differences and the ability to work effectively across a wide variety of cultural contexts;

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 documents:

• 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 these recruitment.

Location

Raqqa, Raqqa

Department

Syria سوريا

Employment Type

Full-Time

Minimum Experience

Mid-level

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

Field Associate (Jarablus)

Department

Syria سوريا

Employment Type

Full-Time

Minimum Experience

Mid-level

Near East Foundation (NEF) – Syria

Job Advertisement

Title: Field Associate

Reports to: Siraj Center Manager

Location: Jarablus, 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

Procurement and Logistics Officer (Re-Advertised)

Department

Syria سوريا

Employment Type

Full-Time

Minimum Experience

Mid-level

Near East Foundation (NEF)

Position Title: Procurement and Logistics Officer (Re-Advertised)
Location: Damascus, Syria
Reporting to: Operations Manager, Syria
Contract Type: Full-time

Background:

The Near East Foundation (NEF) is seeking candidates for a Procurement and Logistics Officer to be based in Syria. NEF is a non-profit international development organization that has supported livelihood recovery and community-based economic development in the Middle East, Africa, and Caucasus since 1915. NEF draws on local teams, experience, and partnerships in these regions to create community-led solutions to improve livelihoods and local governance among conflict and crisis-affected groups while maintaining neutrality and ensuring inclusiveness in our approach. Working through a network of country offices and local partners, NEF currently has operations in ten countries: Armenia, Jordan, Lebanon, Iraq, Mali, Morocco, Palestine, Sudan, South Sudan, and Syria. Our programs are organized around three pillars: Inclusive Economic Development, Climate-resilient Development, and Stabilization and Peacebuilding.

Position Description

The Procurement and Logistics Officer is a key member of the Near East Foundation team in Syria reporting directly to the Operations Manager. The Procurement and Logistics Officer provides all logistical support for the implementation of the projects as well as oversight on procurement, including the management of staff to and from project sites.

Duties and Responsibilities:

*Procurement

Procurement Strategy and Planning

• Develop and execute procurement plans and activities in cooperation with the team and as per organizational needs.
• Conduct market research to identify reliable suppliers and competitive pricing.

Supplier and Vendor Management

• Source and evaluate suppliers based on criteria such as quality, cost, and reliability.
• Negotiate contracts, terms, and conditions to secure favorable agreements.
• Establish and maintain long-term relationships with key suppliers.
• Monitor supplier performance and resolve any issues promptly.

Procurement Operations

• Oversee the procurement cycle, including tenders, evaluations, and contract awards.
• Ensure the timely acquisition of goods and services to support operations.
• Maintain optimal inventory levels, balancing supply and demand effectively.

Compliance and Risk Management

• Ensure all procurement activities adhere to legal and organizational and donor standards.
• Maintain accurate records and documentation for auditing purposes.
• Identify and mitigate risks associated with procurement practices.

*Logistics

Duties and Responsibilities:

• Responsible for ensuring that NEF travel policies and procedures are well understood and followed.
• Ensure maximum availability and implementation of controls and monitoring mechanisms for all logistics assets such as vehicles, generators, computers and all other technical items to maximize efficiency and ensure regular maintenance;
• Managing all staff transport, ensuring coordination with colleagues, partners, and transport contractors as necessary;
• Prepare logistics reports and provide regular updates to finance and program staff.
• Maintain and update an inventory of all assets across the Amman office and Centers in Syria

Qualifications and Requirements:

• A bachelor’s degree in supply chain management, Business Administration, or a related field.
• A minimum of 3 years of experience in procurement, logistics or supply chain management.
• Strong analytical and problem-solving skills.
• Excellent negotiation and communication abilities.
• Comprehensive knowledge of procurement regulations and best practices. Experience with US government procurement regulations, as well as familiarity with other public or private donors, preferred

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

To apply:

Please apply by submitting the following documents:   
1. Cover letter outlining relevant experience and skills based on the requirements outlined above 

• Curriculum Vitae
• List of three references (including one from current, or most recent, employer)

Please note that only shortlisted candidates will be contacted. Female candidates are strongly encouraged to apply.

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

The Near East Foundation promotes Equal Employment Opportunities for all applicants seeking employment and NEF employees.

Pre-employment Checks

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

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

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 these recruitment.

Location

Damascus, Syria

Department

Syria سوريا

Employment Type

Full-Time

Minimum Experience

Mid-level

MEAL Manager (National Position)

Department

Syria سوريا

Employment Type

Full-Time

Minimum Experience

Manager/Supervisor

Title: Monitoring, Evaluation, Accountability and Learning Manager

Reports to: Director, Syria

Location: Damascus, Syria

Travel: Up to 25% within Syria

The Near East Foundation (NEF) is seeking candidates for a MEAL Manager to be based in Damascus, Syria. NEF is a non-profit international development organization that has supported livelihoods recovery and community-based economic development in the Middle East, Africa, and Caucasus since 1915. NEF draws on local teams, experience, and partnerships in these regions to create community-led solutions to reduce poverty, create economic opportunity, and empower conflict and crisis-affected groups to improve their outlook and wellbeing. Working through a network of country offices and local partners, NEF has operations in ten countries: Armenia, Syria, Lebanon, Iraq, Mali, Morocco, Palestine, Sudan, South Sudan, and Syria. HQ offices are based between Syracuse, NY, Washington, DC, London, UK, and Brussels, Be. Our programs are organized around three pillars: Inclusive Economic Development, Climate-resilient Development, and Stabilization and Peacebuilding.

Position Description

The MEAL Manager is a member of the NEF Syria team, reporting to the Syria Director. The purpose of the MEAL Manager is to ensure all MEAL responsibilities are performed to the highest standards and according to donor and NEF guidelines. The post-holder also assumes communication and visibility responsibilities for the Syria operation.

Responsibilities

• Proposal Development and MEL Planning:
  • Participate in the development of project proposals, including designing log frames, indicators, and MEL plans.
  • Design and update the project's log frame and MEAL plan in collaboration with relevant team members.

• MEAL System Implementation and Oversight:
  • Ensure an appropriate MEAL system is in place, functioning effectively, and periodically reviewed to adapt to changing program and operating contexts.
  • Manage and report on the implementation of the project's MEAL plans, including regular progress tracking and reporting to the Director.
  • Coordinate closely with program team counterparts and ensure data is available in a timely and easily digestible format (e.g. dashboard creation) to facilitate data-informed and robust adaptive management processes

• Data Management and Analysis:
  • Operationalize NEF MEAL procedures and tools, including data collection, storage, analysis, and reporting (using KOBO, and other relevant tools).
  • Ensure the quality and accuracy of data collected and stored, performing data cleaning, entry, and statistical analysis using tools such as SPSS and Excel.
  • Analyze data against performance indicators and promptly inform when progress is ahead or behind targets.
  • Conduct qualitative and quantitative data analysis to provide comprehensive insights into project performance.
  • Facilitate various types of assessments, including impact, outcome, and process evaluations, in coordination with the HQ MEAL team.

• Data Quality Assurance:
  - Support the management of data entry and data quality control operations, which includes:
  a) Conducting ongoing MEAL databases or trackers analysis to identify data quality strengths and weaknesses.
  b) Support the development, implementation, and supervision of procedures to improve data quality and reporting.
  c) Assisting the Data Analyst in conducting internal Data Quality Assessments (DQAs) to ensure the validity and reliability of data used to measure program impact.
  d) Collecting and verifying (when applicable) all supportive documentation to ensure consistency and accuracy in data management.

• Training and Capacity Building:
  • Train, support, and supervise M&E staff, volunteers, and field agents on data collection, surveys, and project monitoring.
  • Where relevant, conduct capacity-building training for partner organizations and team members, including institutional needs assessments and socio-economic assessments.

• Accountability and Feedback Mechanisms:
  • Ensure that accountability and feedback mechanisms are applied consistently across all projects, locations, and partners, emphasizing adherence to ethical and transparency standards, including managing feedback and complaint mechanisms.

• Learning and Documentation:
  • Contribute to the project’s learning activities by generating learning papers and beneficiary profiles to document and share key insights and lessons learned.
  • Develop and disseminate communication and visibility materials (e.g., project overviews, fact sheets).

• Evaluation and Reporting:
  • Facilitate mid-term, final, and other ad hoc evaluations in coordination with the HQ MEL team and regional office.
  • Contribute to and lead on projects' narrative reporting requirements, ensuring quality, data accuracy, and analysis.
  • Review and finalize MEL reports (e.g., semiannual, endline) and provide feedback on project strategies to enhance performance and sustainability.

• Collaboration and Coordination:
  • Participate in monthly country coordination calls organized by HQ-based Program Officers.
  • Collaborate with the broader Syria team to ensure alignment on data collection, and MEAL system implementation.
  • Coordinate with the Regional MEAL Director for regional inputs, data, and initiatives.
  • Participate and contribute to donor meetings as required.

• Field Monitoring and Support:
  • Conduct regular field monitoring follow-up activities, including focus group discussions with NEF beneficiaries.
  • Support partner capacity assessments and build capacity where necessary.

• Additional Duties:
  • Prepare remotley field visits for NEF and external visitors, including photographers, journalists, or media if relevant.
  • Perform other duties as required and requested by the direct line manager or technical supervisor.

Position Criteria

• Strategic thinking, including identification of MEL system weaknesses and initiative to address problem(s);
• Excellent organizational skills, accuracy and attention to detail;
• Ability to thrive in a fast-paced environment and meet deadlines;
• Ability to operate both independently and collaboratively as required.

NEF will accept a rolling application until the position is filled. The review of application will begin immediately. Interested candidates are encouraged to apply as soon as possible.

To apply:

Please apply by submitting the following documents:

• 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 only shortlisted candidates will be contacted.

Pre-employment Checks

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

• A satisfactory Restricted Party Screening.
• Misconduct Disclosure Scheme Check.
• 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 these recruitment.

Location

Damascus, Syria

Department

Syria سوريا

Employment Type

Full-Time

Minimum Experience

Manager/Supervisor

Field Associate (Mare')

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: Mare’, Aleppo

No. Of Position: 1

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

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

Field Associate (Azzaz)

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: Azzaz, Aleppo

No. Of Position: Two (1 Male, 1 Female)

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

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