Country Director - Syria
Quick answer
INSO is hiring a senior Country Director for Syria based in Damascus, Syria, with a monthly salary of EUR 6,500 and various benefits.
- Role
- Country Director - Syria
- Organization
- International NGO Safety Organisation (INSO)
- Location
- Damascus, Syria, with occasional travel to Beirut and Amman, and frequent travel within Syria
- Work setup
- On-site
- Level
- Senior
- Compensation
- EUR 6,500 per month, 4 days annual leave per month, employer-provided private residence, R&R allowance of EUR 1,000 every three months, global medical coverage (excluding USA), and AD&D insurance
- Category
- Programs & Operations
The role
The Country Director for Syria at INSO will lead the INSO Syria team, manage program strategy and operations, and represent INSO in the humanitarian community. This role involves significant travel and a high level of responsibility.
What you'll do
- Manage the INSO Syria team across all field locations
- Provide leadership and oversight of the program and finance functions
- Develop overall strategy and deliver annual planning
- Ensure the safety and security of staff, program, and assets
- Represent INSO in the humanitarian community and engage with third parties
- Oversee the overall delivery of INSO services
What it takes
- 3-5 years of relevant work experience as an NGO Country Director or equivalent senior management experience in conflict/post-conflict contexts
- Experience with management of multi-donor projects
- Experience with budget management and monitoring, donor liaison, and reporting
- Fluency in English, both written and verbal
- Proven analytical skills
- Master’s degree-level education or equivalent work experience in a relevant field
What you'll bring
How we treat you
4 days annual leave per month, employer-provided private residence, R&R allowance of EUR 1,000 every three months, global medical coverage (excluding USA), and AD&D insurance
Frequently asked questions
Where is the job located?
The job is based in Damascus, Syria, with occasional travel to Beirut and Amman, and frequent travel within Syria.
What is the compensation package?
The compensation package includes a monthly salary of EUR 6,500, 4 days annual leave per month, employer-provided private residence, R&R allowance of EUR 1,000 every three months, global medical coverage (excluding USA), and AD&D insurance.
What are the key qualifications required?
Key qualifications include 3-5 years of relevant work experience, experience with multi-donor projects, budget management, donor liaison, and reporting, fluency in English, and a Master’s degree or equivalent work experience.
How do I apply?
Apply by submitting your most recent CV, a cover letter, and a relevant writing sample to the provided link.
When is the application deadline?
The application deadline is 13 September 2026.
How to apply
Apply directly on International NGO Safety Organisation (INSO)'s site. We link straight through — no resume parsing, no profile to fill out.
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