Field Documentation Officer, Syrian Center for Media, Syria 2026

The Syrian Center for Media and Freedom of Expression (SCM) is seeking four Field Documentation Officers for its VDC Project. These temporary positions, based in Syria, involve documenting human rights violations and collecting information from victims, witnesses, and other sources within assigned geographical areas.

The role requires regular field presence, building local networks, and coordinating with the documentation team to ensure accurate and confidential reporting of incidents. The contract is for 8 months, with a possibility of renewal, and includes a three-month probationary period.

Quick Facts

About the Position

The Field Documentation Officer will be responsible for conducting field-based documentation of human rights violations, including identifying incidents, collecting information, and interviewing victims and witnesses while ensuring informed consent and confidentiality. Key tasks involve gathering and verifying testimonies, photographs, videos, and other evidence for SCM's documentation system. The officer will also maintain a regular field presence, monitor developments, build local contacts, and coordinate with the Field Documentation Coordinator and OSINT investigators for verification and follow-up.

Eligibility

• Bachelor’s degree in law, human rights, social sciences, or a relevant field, or equivalent professional experience.
• Previous experience in documenting human rights violations, field research, or related work is strongly preferred.
• Experience conducting interviews with victims, survivors, witnesses, or other sources, including sensitive interviews.
• Good understanding of human rights documentation principles and methodologies.
• Ability and willingness to conduct regular fieldwork and travel within the assigned geographical area.
• Strong communication and interpersonal skills, including building trust and engaging respectfully.
• Ability to assess information critically, identify inconsistencies, and conduct appropriate follow-up.
• Ability to use digital tools and documentation/database systems, and learn new technical tools.
• Ability to work independently in the field while coordinating effectively with the team.
• Strong organizational skills and ability to manage multiple documentation tasks and priorities.
• Commitment to confidentiality, professionalism, impartiality, and human rights principles.
• Knowledge of International Human Rights Law and International Humanitarian Law is an asset.
• Experience with open-source research and verification is an asset.
• Fluency in Arabic.
• Good command of English is an asset.

Benefits

Not specified in the official listing – check the source page.

Documents Required

• Application form

How to Apply

1. Complete the application form by clicking the 'Apply for this Position' button.
2. Ensure your application is submitted before the deadline of November 15, 2026.
3. Only shortlisted candidates will be contacted for interviews after the submission deadline.

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Source: ReliefWeb Jobs.
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