The International Rescue Committee (IRC) is seeking an Admin Assistant to join their team in Damascus, Syrian Arab Republic. This role involves providing essential administrative and logistical support to IRC offices and guesthouses in Damascus and surrounding field sites, ensuring facilities are well-equipped and maintained.
The successful candidate will be crucial in supporting the IRC's expanding operations in newly accessible areas across Syria, contributing to effective service delivery in a complex humanitarian context. This position requires a proactive individual with strong organizational skills and experience in an emergency or conflict-affected environment.
Quick Facts
| Opportunity | Job |
|---|---|
| Institution | International Rescue Committee |
| Location | Damascus, Syrian Arab Republic |
| Region | Middle East |
| Open to | Not specified, returning national candidates encouraged |
| Funding | Not specified |
| Application deadline | 31 October 2026 |
About the Position
The Admin Assistant will be responsible for a variety of tasks including managing office and guesthouse supplies, conducting regular inspections and maintenance, supervising cleaning and maintenance staff, and ensuring a safe and healthy environment. Key duties also involve assisting with new office setups, monitoring generators, managing petty cash expenses for the Damascus Governorate, and supporting the Assets Team. The role requires attention to detail and the ability to manage multiple administrative functions effectively.
Eligibility
- An institutional degree in business administration, economics, or a related field is required.
- Approximately 2 years of progressively responsible professional experience in administration within NGOs or INGOs.
- Previous experience in an emergency or conflict-afflicted setting is required.
- Good communication skills.
- Solid knowledge and understanding of the Syrian context, including geographical, political, and security aspects.
- Organized, results and detailed oriented, proactive.
- Team player.
- Strong computer competency with word processing, spreadsheets, databases, and other IT skills.
- Possess leadership qualities and willingness to exercise initiative.
- Able to receive criticism.
- Honesty and reliability.
- Speed and effectiveness in work, focusing on details.
- Ability to follow instructions.
- Arabic language proficiency is required; English is an added advantage.
Benefits
- Relocation package may be available for eligible returning national candidates.
Documents Required
Not specified in the official listing – check the source page.
How to Apply
- Apply online via the provided Microsoft Forms link.
Source: ReliefWeb Jobs.
Details can change – always confirm eligibility and deadline on the official listing before applying.
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