Head of Mission Syria
Quick answer
Secours Islamique France is hiring a Head of Mission Syria (CDD de remplacement renouvelable) to provide overall leadership and strategic direction for SIF operations in Syria, with a starting date as soon as possible and a French fixed term contract.
- Role
- Head of Mission Syria
- Organization
- Secours Islamique France
- Location
- Syrian Arab Republic
- Work setup
- On-site
- Level
- Senior
- Category
- Programs & Operations
The role
Head of Mission Syria at Secours Islamique France, providing overall leadership and strategic direction for SIF operations in Syria.
What you'll do
- Provide overall leadership for program development, implementation, and team management
- Ensure full compliance with SIF policies, procedures, and best practices
- Represent SIF with local authorities, donors, and key stakeholders
- Lead resource mobilization efforts
- Maintain and strengthen SIF’s strategic presence in Syria
- Regularly monitor the humanitarian situation and provide updates to HQ
What it takes
- 5 years' higher education in international cooperation, humanitarian project management or equivalent
- Minimum 5 years' experience in the field, including at least 2 years as Head of Mission
- Management and writing skills, very good contextual analysis skills
- Mastery of project cycle management tools
- Ability to work both urgently and on major projects
- Strong communication skills, with excellent written and spoken English (and desirably French)
What you'll bring
How we treat you
French fixed term contract, remuneration according to salary grid, monthly perdiem/guesthouse, health insurance, rapatriation insurance, break allowance, airfare to and from mission location to home
Frequently asked questions
Where is the job located?
The job is located in the Syrian Arab Republic.
Is the job remote?
The job is in-office.
What is the compensation?
The compensation is not specified.
What are the key qualifications required?
Key qualifications include 5 years' higher education, 5 years' experience in the field, management and writing skills, contextual analysis skills, project cycle management tools, and strong communication skills.
How do I apply?
Applications should be submitted by 10/31/2026.
How to apply
Apply directly on Secours Islamique France's site. We link straight through — no resume parsing, no profile to fill out.
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