Project Manager
Role Summary
Join World Vision as a Project Manager to lead a UNICEF-funded project in Syria, focusing on education and community development.
Key Responsibilities
The Project Manager will provide overall leadership and management for the UNICEF-funded integrated Education and ADAP project in Raqqa and Al-Hassakeh. Reporting to the NES Area Manager, the PM will oversee a large team of over 15 staff, including coordinators, specialists, supervisors, and technical personnel. He/she will be responsible for the successful delivery of project activities across Education and ADAP components, ensuring alignment with donor requirements, WVI standards, and national priorities.
The PM will lead project planning, budget management, reporting, and quality assurance, while ensuring strong coordination with internal departments, partners, local authorities, and UNICEF.
He/she will work closely with internal departments (Finance, GAM, SCM, Communications, Technical Teams, Field Operations and others) and external stakeholders, including partners and local authorities. Ultimately, the Project Manager is accountable for the successful delivery of project goals, in line with WVI standards and donor expectations.
- Activity:
- Support the NES Area Manager in proposal development and resource mobilization efforts.
- Financial reports are accurate and submitted on time. Compliance with donor and WVI financial policies is maintained.
- Supervise, mentor, and support project staff, ensuring clear performance objectives and regular feedback.
- Contribute to the development of capacity building plans for project staff and partners.
- Represent WVI in relevant coordination forums, working groups, local authorities, communities, donor meetings as required, and other stakeholders as needed.
- Participate in internal planning and meetings and review sessions with the NES team.
- Ensure safeguarding, Do No Harm, and inclusion principles are applied throughout the project
- Perform any other duties as assigned by the NES Area Manager, consistent with the scope of the role.
Minimum Requirements
Fluent in Arabic and English, spoken and written.
- Strong understanding of the political, social, and security dynamics in Northeast Syria.
- Knowledge of local governance structures, tribal dynamics, and community engagement approaches.
- Familiarity with UNs funding requirements and reporting standards.
- Experience in education, and ADAP programming.
- Strong analytical and report-writing skills.
- Ability to work under pressure and in volatile security environments.
- Knowledge of organizational safeguarding policies and commitment to gender equality and inclusion.
Working Conditions
The position will be based in Raqqa, and Hassakeh, with a requirement and willingness to travel to other WV project sites as needed.
The position requires a strong field presence and a high level of commitment to program implementation.
- University degree (Bachelor’s or Master’s) in a relevant field such as International Development, Humanitarian Studies, Social Sciences, Education, Business Administration, or a related discipline.
- Fluency in both Arabic and English (written and spoken) is required.
- Certifications in areas such as Project Management (e.g., PMP, Prince2), Monitoring and Evaluation, Humanitarian Standards (e.g., SPHERE, CHS), Safeguarding, and PSEA are considered strong assets.
Eligibility Criteria
The eligibility for this position is unclear, with no explicit reference to visa sponsorship or work rights.
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