GIZ is seeking a Junior TVET and Labour Market Advisor to join their team in Syria. This role involves supporting the Head of Project in planning, coordinating, and implementing various project activities, ensuring effective communication and timely delivery of results within a complex and sensitive environment.
The advisor will also play a key role in coordinating with implementing partners, contributing to monitoring and evaluation, knowledge management, and project communication efforts, while providing technical and process-oriented advice on conflict sensitivity.
Quick Facts
| Opportunity | Job |
|---|---|
| Institution | Deutsche Gesellschaft für Internationale Zusammenarbeit (GIZ) GmbH |
| Location | Damascus, Syrian Arab Republic |
| Region | Middle East |
| Open to | National applicants (Syrian citizens) |
| Funding | Not specified |
| Stipend / Salary | Salary paid in Syrian pounds (SYP), benchmarked competitively for the Syrian labour market. |
| Application deadline | 25 November 2026 |
About the Position
The Junior TVET and Labour Market Advisor will support the project team in various capacities, including coordinating between the project and its diverse implementing partners (public entities, private sector, civil society). Responsibilities extend to developing and utilizing monitoring and evaluation tools, managing project knowledge, and preparing visibility materials and success stories for communication and public relations. The role also involves organizing workshops, coordinating with internal and external service providers, and offering advice on conflict-sensitive project design and implementation, alongside administrative and operational support.
Eligibility
- University degree (Bachelor or Master) in public administration, political science, education management, economics, development studies, or a related field.
- At least 1 year of professional experience in education, vocational education, youth work, or labour market integration.
- Strong communication and drafting skills in Arabic and English.
- Strong organizational and coordination skills.
- Strong interpersonal skills and ability to engage constructively with diverse stakeholders.
- High motivation, reliability, and ability to work in politically sensitive and rapidly changing contexts.
- Knowledge of Kurdish is an asset.
Benefits
Not specified in the official listing – check the source page.
Documents Required
- CV in English
- Application letter in English stating qualifications and professional experiences
How to Apply
- Submit your application documents (CV and application letter) in English.
- Email your application to recruitment-sy@giz.de.
- Indicate only the respective title of the position in the subject line of the email.
Source: ReliefWeb Jobs.
Details can change – always confirm eligibility and deadline on the official listing before applying.
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