Programme Management Specialist
Quick answer
UN-HABITAT is hiring a mid-level Programme Management Specialist in Homs, Syria, to manage the 'The Project for Integrated Urban Regeneration and Sustainable Waste Management in Homs City – Restoring the Heartbeat of Homs' with a compensation not specified.
- Role
- Programme Management Specialist
- Organization
- UN-HABITAT United Nations Human Settlements Programme
- Location
- Homs, Syria
- Level
- Mid
- Category
- Programs & Operations
The role
The Programme Management Specialist will support the implementation of the 'The Project for Integrated Urban Regeneration and Sustainable Waste Management in Homs City – Restoring the Heartbeat of Homs' under the overall supervision of the UN-Habitat Syria Country Director.
What you'll do
- Lead the overall implementation and management of the activities in Homs sub-office
- Manage project planning, staffing, procurement, contracts, budgets, monitoring, reporting and risk management
- Supervise project personnel, consultants and technical experts
- Support coordination with related Governorates, Municipalites, Donors, UN agencies and other government and development partners
- Oversee the implementation of project activities, including urban public-space revitalization, municipal solid waste management improvements and related capacity-building initiatives
- Ensure effective technical quality assurance, community engagement, monitoring, compliance and accountability
What it takes
- An advanced university degree in urban planning, architecture, civil or environmental engineering, solid waste management, project management, international development or a related field with 5 years of progressively responsible experience
- Progressively responsible experience in project or programme management, urban development, engineering, infrastructure, municipal services or a related field
- Experience managing complex, donor-funded projects, including budgets, procurement, contractors and technical teams
- Experience in urban regeneration, municipal infrastructure or environmental services
- Experience working with government institutions, donors and communities, particularly in fragile or post-conflict contexts
- Previous experience with the United Nations or projects funded by the Government of Japan is an asset
What you'll bring
Frequently asked questions
Where is the job located?
The job is located in Homs, Syria.
What is the compensation?
Compensation is not specified in the job posting.
What are the key qualifications required?
Key qualifications include an advanced university degree in a relevant field with 5 years of experience, or a first-level degree with 7 years of experience, and experience in project management and urban development.
How do I apply?
Applications must be received before midnight CET on 10/30/2026. Only shortlisted candidates will be contacted.
How to apply
Apply directly on UN-HABITAT United Nations Human Settlements Programme's site. We link straight through — no resume parsing, no profile to fill out.
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