Health Advisor for Emergency Medical Systems
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GIZ is hiring a senior Health Advisor for Emergency Medical Systems in Damascus, Syria, with a deadline of 10/14/2026, requiring an advanced degree and 7+ years of experience in emergency care systems.
- Role
- Health Advisor for Emergency Medical Systems
- Organization
- Deutsche Gesellschaft für Internationale Zusammenarbeit (GIZ) GmbH
- Location
- Syrian Arab Republic
- Work setup
- On-site
- Level
- Senior
- Category
- Communications & Marketing
The role
Provide strategic, technical, and process-oriented advice on the analysis, optimization, and implementation of emergency referral pathways and emergency medical services.
What you'll do
- Provide strategic, technical, and process-oriented advice on the analysis, optimization, and implementation of emergency referral pathways and emergency medical services.
- Advise on the development, revision, and implementation of evidence-based national standards for emergency medical services and patient transport.
- Coordinate the implementation of activities related to the procurement, deployment, and operationalization of emergency vehicles and medical and non-medical equipment.
- Provide technical advisory support for the revision and further development of training, continuing education, and professional development curricula.
- Advise on the renovation, equipping, and operational strengthening of dispatch centers and coordination offices.
What it takes
- Advanced degree in medicine, emergency care, public health, health management or a related field
- At least 7 years of progressive experience in the development, implementation or reform of emergency care systems
- Demonstrated experience with national emergency service strategies
- Practice in curricula development, training and further education of relevant professional groups
- Experience with working with health ministries and government agencies
- In-depth knowledge of the Syrian Emergency Care System, standards and frameworks
What you'll bring
Frequently asked questions
Where is the job located?
The job is located in Damascus, Syrian Arab Republic.
What is the compensation?
Compensation is not specified in the job posting.
What are the key qualifications required?
Key qualifications include an advanced degree in medicine, emergency care, public health, health management or a related field, and at least 7 years of progressive experience in the development, implementation or reform of emergency care systems.
How do I apply?
Applications must be submitted in English, including a CV and application letter stating qualifications and previous professional experiences. The deadline for application is 10/14/2026.
How to apply
Apply directly on Deutsche Gesellschaft für Internationale Zusammenarbeit (GIZ) GmbH's site. We link straight through — no resume parsing, no profile to fill out.
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