Assignment period: 01.05.2026 - 30.04.2027
Location: Damascus
Type of contract: National contract based on Syrian labour law
Type of employment: Fulltime
GIZ has been operating in Syria since 1976. It has thus established valuable contacts in civil society and garnered experience that is now crucial for supporting the country. From 2013 onwards, it worked without government involvement with the assistance of local non-governmental organisations. Despite the difficult conditions, GIZ has consistently contributed to improving people’s living conditions.
In view of the developments since December 2024, which have led Syria into a decisive phase of transformation, GIZ plans to reopen its Country Office in Damascus in 2026. It is currently implementing ten projects on behalf of the German Federal Ministry for Economic Cooperation and Development (BMZ) and the Federal Foreign Office, with co-financing from the European Union and other donors. From 2026, the portfolio is planned to be expanded by several new projects.
Your tasks
The selected candidate will assist the Senior-Security Risk Management Advisor (Senior-SRMA) in implementing a system conducive to GIZ objectives and project activities calibrated to its threshold of acceptable risk. She/he will make sure procedures are implemented accordingly in collaboration with Project Managers and colleagues bearing security risk management responsibilities in their respective domains.
- Support safety and security-related processes in accordance with GIZ rules and regulations.
- Maintain and contribute to the development of GIZ security risk management system.
- Support field missions and security assessments across GIZ operational areas.
- Provide administrative and logistical support to the Security Risk Management Office (SRMO).
- Facilitate communication and awareness regarding risk and emergency protocols.
- Ensure service orientation towards projects and stakeholders.
- Assist in monitoring security developments and preparing area risk assessments for GIZ locations in Syria.
- Support the planning and clearance of overland travel and movement outside Damascus.
- Provide consultation to GIZ staff on context-specific risk mitigation measures.
- Participate in emergency preparedness tasks, manage the Emergency Mass Notification System (EMNS), monitor and update phone cascades, ensure visitors and short-term staff are integrated into GIZ communication channels.
- Oversee RMO documentation and update internal guidelines, ensure all RMO files are properly stored, categorised, and accessible.
- Maintain accurate and updated lists of staff contacts, tracking, and operational checklists.
- Monitor and manage GIZ vehicles and fleet operations.
- Where appropriate and reasonable, perform additional tasks upon request of the management.
Your profile (required qualifications, competencies and experience)
- University degree preferably in security and risk management, IT management, administration or security-related field.
- At least 5 years of significant working experience in risk management or security-related fields
- Working experience with international organisations and their security systems and regulations
- Proficient use of modern telecommunication systems, excellent command of MS-Office and Microsoft Teams
- Excellent office administration, organisational and self-drive skills
- High standards of confidentiality and loyalty, reliability, accuracy and consistency.
- Driving license
- Professional fluency in written and spoken English and Arabic, knowledge of German is an asset
How to apply
The following minimum requirements for applications need to be fulfilled:
- Only application documents in English will be accepted. Documents in Arabic cannot be considered during the selection process.
- Mandatory documents are CV and application letter in English stating your qualifications and previous professional experiences.
The deadline for application is 04.01.2026. Only shortlisted candidates will be contacted.
GIZ is committed to diversity and gender balance. It is encouraging persons with disabilities to apply for the position.
Please submit your application to [email protected] indicating in the subject line the respective title of the position.
