Senior Advisor – Government Liaison and EU Coordination
Quick answer
GIZ is seeking a Senior Advisor – Government Liaison and EU Coordination for its Country Office in Damascus, Syria, with a focus on coordinating technical assistance projects and interfacing with government ministries and the EU Delegation.
- Role
- Senior Advisor – Government Liaison and EU Coordination
- Organization
- Deutsche Gesellschaft für Internationale Zusammenarbeit (GIZ) GmbH
- Location
- Syrian Arab Republic
- Level
- Senior
- Category
- Communications & Marketing
The role
The Senior Advisor – Government Liaison and EU Coordination role at GIZ involves interfacing with Syrian government ministries, the EU Delegation, and international partners to support the coordination and implementation of technical assistance projects.
What you'll do
- Act as the principal interface between Syrian government ministries and the EU Delegation
- Provide strategic advice to Syrian government counterparts
- Coordinate donor engagement and manage a real-time database
- Develop and implement a communication and visibility strategy
- Represent the TEI TA Hub to national and international stakeholders
- Lead a small team of advisors in the Project Management Unit
What it takes
- Master’s degree in political science, international relations, public administration, law, development economics, or a related field
- At least 8 years of relevant experience in international cooperation
- At least 8 years of relevant leadership experience
- At least five years of experience in government advisory, donor coordination, and EU-funded cooperation
- Proven professional experience in Syria, combined with experience in fragile or post-conflict contexts in the Middle East
- Professional fluency in written and spoken English and Arabic
What you'll bring
Frequently asked questions
Where is the job located?
The job is located in the Syrian Arab Republic, specifically in Damascus.
What is the compensation?
The compensation is not specified in the job posting.
How do I apply?
Applications should be submitted to [email protected], with the subject line indicating the position title.
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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