Desired start date: 15th June 2025
Duration of the mission: 6 months
Location: Syria - Aleppo
SOLIDARITES INTERNATIONAL (SI) is an international humanitarian aid association which, since more than 40 years, has been providing assistance to populations affected by armed conflicts and natural disasters by meeting their basic needs for food, water and shelter. Particularly committed to the fight against diseases linked to unsafe water, the leading cause of death in the world, SI's interventions provide expertise in the field of access to drinking water, sanitation and hygiene promotion, but also in the essential area of food security and livelihoods. Present in 26 countries, the SI teams – 3200 people in total, made up of expatriates, national staff, permanent staff at HQ, and a few volunteers - intervene with professionalism and commitment while respecting cultural norms.
Solidarités International operates in Syria since 2013 with a very diversified programs portfolio in Hassake & Raqqa (NES), Aleppo and Idlieb (NWS) governorates. To achieve its humanitarian objectives the mission employs 350 staffs and developed meaningful partnerships with international and local NGOs.
In NES, SI is one of the leading agencies in the WASH sector, responding to emergencies, protracted situations and recovery needs. The strategy is complemented with a significant FSL component, addressing market rehabilitations, business development and agriculture.
In NWS, SI operates in Idleb and Nothern-Aleppo with large WASH programs, with a focus in camps settings for IDP populations, and rehabilitation programs, especially after the earthquake. SI also responds to new emergencies, including regular displacements, natural disasters and epidemics.
SI is also heavily involved in humanitarian coordination, both at strategic and technical level with relevant fora and stakeholders, including key donors.
Since regime's change, SI is redefining it operational model as well as well as its geographical scope and programmatic priorities. The organizational set up is being deeply reviewed with a Damascus-based coordination office, the reshaping of the base level structure. Assessments are being carried out in new areas including rural Damascus, South, Aleppo and Hama and new partnerships are being envisioned. This is to ensure relevance and efficiency, maximize impact through secured access and more generally ensuring the mission remains fit for purpose in a quickly evolving environment. And this on-going transformation will be at the core of the new CD responsibilities.
General objective:
Under the supervision of the Field Coordinator, the Administrative Manager carries out administrative, accounting and financial management of his/her base, in compliance with donor and SOLIDARITES International procedures.
He/she supervises accounting operations and cash management, and carries out budget follow up in conjunction with the program managers.
He/she is also in charge of the administrative management of all the national employees of his/her base and of ensuring that Solidarités International’s Human Resources policy is properly implemented.
He/she supports monitors and trains the members of his/her administrative team.
The main challenges:
. The NWS base is currently in a transitional phase, with management being transferred from Amman to Aleppo. This shift involves addressing several HR and administrative matters.
. The high base budget requires a solid financial background and the ability to manage time efficiently.
. As the Syria mission operates for the first time under the new administration in Damascus, internal processes and procedures will need to be adapted in compliance with the central government's laws and regulations. Additionally, there will be a need to enhance the knowledge of both the administrative team and the broader staff regarding the new policies and procedures.
Priorities for the 2/3 first months:
. Manage the transition of administrative and financial workflows in accordance to the new structure of the field office.
. Update all financial tools and strengthen the field office financial management procedures.
. Update cash policy for NWS in accordance to the new field office and mission structure.
Security constraints:
Recent political and contextual shifts in Syria have brought significant changes to the security dynamics in the NWS region. While Aleppo is currently experiencing a relative calm, the situation remains fragile. The city is now fully under central government control, following agreements with various OAGs that had been active in the area. However, criminal activity persists, though often underreported. As such, continuous vigilance and heightened alertness are necessary in the city.
DIPLOMAS AND EXPERIENCE
Bachelor's degree in a related field (business, international relations, ect) is preferable but not mandatory.
Experience in the humanitarian sector : + 5 Years of experiences
Experience on a similar position : 0-2 years of experiences in similar position
SKILLS
TECHNICAL SKILLS:
1. Strong excel skills
2. financial Management and Accounting
3. HR technical expertise
TRANSVERSAL SKILLS:
1. Great communication, time management, team management
2. Strong interpersonal and intercultural skills
3. Ability to work autonomously under high pressure
LANGUAGES:
1. English
1. Arabic would be an asset
A salaried position:
According to experience, starting from EUR 2310 gross per month (2100 base salary + 10% annual leave allowance paid monthly) and a monthly Per Diem of USD 750.
SI also covers accommodation costs and travel expenses between the expatriate's country of origin and the place of assignment.
Breaks: During the assignment, a system of alternation between work and time off is implemented at the rate of 7 working days every three months (with a USD 850 break allowance, allocated by Sl). To these breaks periods, SI grants one (1) additional rest day per month worked.
Insurance package: Expatriates benefit from an insurance package which refunds all healthcare expenses (including medical and surgical expenses, dental care and ophthalmological expenses, repatriation) and a welfare system including war risks. Essential vaccination and antimalarial treatment costs are refunded.
LIVING CONDITIONS:
All international staff based in Aleppo will be accommodated in the SI guest house. The telecommunications network is generally good, though it may vary depending on the specific location within the city. Electricity blackouts are common during the day. Staff will have access to local restaurants and markets. A curfew may be implemented depending on the security situation.
Do you recognize yourself in this description? If yes, please send us your CV and cover letter!
Please note that CV-only applications will not be considered, and that the vacancy may close before the deadline.
Thank you for your understanding.
To learn more about Sl: www.solidarites.org
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