NES Area Director

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Area Director

Department: Management  

Location: Derek – Hasaka – Syria

Travel: Up to 70% to the field

Reporting to: Country Director

Direct reports: HR, Finance, Supply Chain, Safety & Security, Program  

* This role is classified as requiring advanced pre-employment checks

Please click on the following link to access the detailed TOR: https://ri.app.box.com/folder/221233218876

About Relief International

Relief International (RI) is a leading nonprofit organization working in 16 countries to relieve poverty, ensure well-being and advance dignity. We specialize in fragile settings, responding to natural disasters, humanitarian crises and chronic poverty.

About the opportunity

Are you passionate about making a positive impact in Syria and want to be part of a dynamic team working towards sustainable change? Relief International is seeking a highly motivated and experienced HR Manager to provide professional guidance and support to our country operations in Syria.

About Us:

Relief International is a leading humanitarian organization committed to transforming lives in conflict-affected regions around the world. With our dedicated team, we strive to provide life-saving assistance and empower vulnerable communities to thrive. Our work in Syria is vital, and we need someone like you to help us achieve our mission.

The Opportunity:

Are you ready to step into a leadership role that truly matters? Join us at RI Syria country program as NES Area Director. This is more than a job; it’s an opportunity to make a tangible difference in the lives of those affected by emergencies.

What You’ll Do:

As NES Area Director, you will play a pivotal role in coordinating and leading emergency response efforts. You will lead all aspects of RI intervention, from initial planning to coordination and inter-agency negotiations. Overseeing assessments, proposal design, and resource allocation for in-country. You will be instrumental in developing high-quality funding proposals and budgets, ensuring they align seamlessly with response needs and donor expectations.

Oversee operations at our NES hub as part of RI Syria (40% of role). This involves recruiting and managing staff while upholding optimal safety and security practices. Developing monitoring plans and systems to track indicators and support timely implementation will be crucial.

Why You Should Apply:

Joining RI Syria means more than just a job – it’s an opportunity to be part of something greater. Here, your skills, passion, and dedication will combine to create meaningful impact. This is your chance to lead with purpose, make decisions that matter, and create a lasting legacy of positive change.

What We’re Looking For:

We are seeking a dynamic individual with a proven track record of excellence in the field of humanitarian response that can provide leadership, program expertise and proven success in networking and representation.

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RI Values.

Guided by the humanitarian principles of humanity, neutrality, impartiality, and independence, as well as “Do No Harm,” Relief International Values:

We value:

• Integrity
• Adaptability
• Collaboration
• Inclusivity
• Sustainability

How to apply

How to apply.

• To apply for this post, click on the “Apply” button in the job advert page
• You will be asked to upload a CV and Cover Letter.  The cover letter should be no more than 1 page long and explain why you are interested in this post with Relief International and how your skills and experience make you a good fit.

Closing date. Please apply immediately we will be reviewing applicants on a rolling basis, therefore may withdraw the position for the job board closing date.

Please apply by uploading your cover letter and up-to-date CV on our website.

Due to limited resources, only short-listed candidates will be contacted

Relief International has a zero-tolerance policy for unlawful harassment, sexual exploitation and abuse. Relief International is committed to protecting our staff and the communities we work with from abuse and harm including sexual exploitation, sexual abuse and sexual harassment.

All staff are expected to abide by our Code of Conduct.

Recruitment to all roles in Relief International include a criminal records self-declaration, references and other pre-employment checks, which may include police and qualifications checks.