Project Manager – Emergency Projects (Expatriate)

About the role

WeWorld, a humanitarian organisation active in Syria since 2011, is recruiting an expatriate Project Manager in Damascus. The post reports to the Country Head of Programmes and works with Local Field Teams, focusing on emergency projects and other assignments as needed. The deadline is 21 November 2026 and the start date is 15 January 2027.

Key responsibilities

• Plan, implement, monitor and report project activities on time and within budget, and coordinate the MEAL plan, procurement plans and financial forecasts
• Manage the finance, administration, human resources and logistics of the assigned projects, representing WeWorld to donors and partners
• Help design and write project proposals, conduct technical needs assessments and share good practices with the Country Head of Programmes
• Lead Area Project Coordinators and work with Area, Security and Support managers
• Set up monitoring systems with the MEAL Manager and ensure timely, high-quality reporting

Required profile

• Advanced university degree in Social or Political Science, Development Studies, International Relations, Project Management or a related field
• At least 4 years of experience in humanitarian or development settings, including 2 years in project cycle management and project proposal writing
• Experience managing multi-sectoral projects in a protracted crisis; proven experience with AICS-funded projects is required
• Fluent written and spoken English and Italian; knowledge of UN, EU and ECHO policies is preferable
• Desirable: previous experience in the Middle East and Syria, and knowledge of Arabic

Required skills

• Project cycle management and project proposal writing
• Good computer and analytical skills
• Leadership, communication and stress-resilience

What we offer

• First 6-month contract, then a renewable 6-month contract
• Base salary of 2,840 to 3,440 EUR per month plus contributions
• Accommodation in the WeWorld Guest House, annual leave and R&R allowance
• One round-trip flight every 12 months, health insurance and paid menstrual leave