Writer – Humanitarian Communications

About the role

The Writer at arche nova e.V. will produce clear, engaging written materials that support humanitarian and development projects in the Ancient City of Damascus Region. Working full‑time on‑site, you will turn complex technical information into accessible stories for diverse audiences.

Key responsibilities

• Draft reports, project summaries, success stories, donor communications and web content.
• Gather information from field staff, conduct interviews and verify facts.
• Adapt technical or programmatic content into audience‑appropriate language.
• Collaborate with program and communication teams to ensure consistent messaging.
• Review and refine existing texts and support the preparation of funding proposals.
• Contribute ideas to strengthen the overall communication strategy.

Required profile

• Strong writing, editing and proofreading abilities with a focus on clarity.
• Experience producing reports, project documentation and human‑interest stories, preferably in the humanitarian or non‑profit sector.
• Ability to conduct interviews, gather field information and translate technical content into accessible narratives.
• Solid organisational and time‑management skills, capable of handling multiple projects and tight deadlines.
• Excellent communication and collaboration skills for multidisciplinary, multicultural teams.
• Fluency in written and spoken English; Arabic proficiency is an advantage.
• Comfort working on‑site in the Damascus region with sensitivity to local context.
• Relevant academic background in Communications, Journalism, Social Sciences or equivalent experience.
• Commitment to humanitarian principles, gender equality, non‑discrimination and respectful community representation.

Required skills