Project Manager - OCHA Funded Project, Aleppo

About the role

AVSI is looking for a Project Manager to implement one project in Aleppo funded by OCHA, starting on 01.01.2027 for a period of 10 months. The post reports to the Head of Programs and Country Representative and focuses on improving the education and protection of women, youth and vulnerable groups in Syria. The monthly net salary is 2,000 to 2,400 EUR.

Key responsibilities

• Plan and organise project implementation, including workplans and field monitoring plans, and document activities, outcomes and best practices.
• Maintain project plans, expenditures and budgets in line with the approved timeline and AVSI and donor procedures.
• Coordinate across departments (MEAL, Communication, Operations, Logistics) and with the donor and local authorities, supporting donor visits.
• Carry out field visits and spot checks, assess beneficiary and stakeholder satisfaction, and supervise staff actions.
• Identify staff training needs and work with HR on capacity building.
• Prepare monthly, interim and final project reports, potential cost or no-cost extensions, and disseminate results with the communication department.
• Take part in sectoral and cluster meetings, internal AVSI events, and act as AVSI's focal point for humanitarian interventions.
• Collaborate with the Programs Department on concept notes and project proposals for the Aleppo area.

Required profile

• University degree in International Cooperation, Economics, Social Studies or a related field; a master's degree is an asset.
• At least 2 years' experience in project management or coordination in international cooperation contexts.
• Preferred: experience in protection and education programmes, and managing donor-funded projects (EU, AICS, UN, etc.).
• Experience with local authorities, CBOs, community groups and private sector partners; previous experience in the Middle East and Syria is an asset.

Required skills

• Project cycle management and project development.
• Microsoft Office (Word, Excel, PowerPoint, Outlook).
• Excellent English, with Italian and Arabic as assets.
• Strong reporting, communication and teamworking skills.