Job Vacancy
Announcement – Site Engineer
Rahma WorldWide
An international, independent humanitarian organization established in 2014. With a
dedicated team of over 2,000 staff and volunteers, Rahmet Yardımlaşma Derneği is
committed to providing aid and assistance to the most vulnerable communities worldwide.
The organization works tirelessly to alleviate suffering and promote sustainable change,
driven by the belief that no one should be left behind.
Contract Duration: 6 months.
Application Deadline: 31 October 2025.
Position Title: Site Engineer.
Location: Damascus – Syria
Job Site Engineer will manage Shelter activities. He/She will insure projects follow up and technical support to the field team.
Chain of Command
Under the authority of: Program Coordinator
1.Strategy and Proposal development:
• Contribute in setting and implementing strategy.
• Organize, design and oversee regular needs assessments.
• Contribute in proposal development for SHELTER activities
2.Project Planning
• Develop overall projects implementation strategy, systems, approaches, tools, and materials
• Organize project kick-off and close-out meetings
• Plan the various stages of project implementation and set direction by prioritizing and organizing activities and resources to achieve project objectives
3. Project Implementation Follow-up
• Oversee and manage the implementation of the projects ensuring that technical quality and standards are considered and respected during project(s) implementation
• Organize regular project coordination meetings with project team
• Ensure budget utilization and physical target achievements are reviewed at least once a month as per work plan
• Ensure project implementation is on time, target and budget, using effective M&E systems to reach desired impacts
• Ensure that the project is implemented in accordance with relevant technical guidelines and standards
• Anticipate and mitigate risks and trouble-shoot any unforeseen challenges during the project implementation
• Regular update the work plan, output tracker, PMF and other documents relevant for effective project management
4. Administration and Operational Management of Project Implementation
4.1. Finance
• Review the BFU(s) and provide accurate forecasts with BOQs
• Forecast monthly cash requirements of the project and submit to Program Coordinator
4.2. Supply Chain
• Contribute to the development of Procurement plans
• Send accurate and precise order forms in a timely manner
• Contribute to quality checks and procurement committees to finalize suppliers’ selection according to applicable scenario
• Confirm quality of material selection when applicable
• Ensure a proper management and use of the project assets and stocks
4.3. Administration/HR
• Participate in the recruitment of technical staff (development of organigrams, JDs, elaborating the tests and reviewing them; interviews etc)
• Ensure that project staff understand and can perform their roles and responsibilities
• Follow-up the work plans and day-to-day activities of the project staff
• Manage the project staff in cooperation with Program Coordinator
• Ensure a positive working environment and good team dynamics
• Undertake regular appraisals of staff and follow career management
• Manage interpersonal conflicts
• Ensure capacity building among staff in relevant sectors
4.4. Transparency
• Ensure project records and documents (Flat files, beneficiary list, donation certificates, attendance sheets etc) are adequately prepared, compiled and filed according to procedures
• Ensure staff awareness of, and respect of, code of conduct and FLATS procedures
4.5. Security
• Ensure that each member of the project team is aware of security issues, policies, SOPs and they follow them accordingly
5.External Relations
• Support, facilitate or undertake communication and liaison activities to actively consult and involve beneficiaries, key informants, actors, partners and stakeholders in all stages of project design and implementation
• Cultivate good relations with key humanitarian actors – local and international, through regular attendance at technical meetings and bilateral meetings
• Ensure that at all times contact with beneficiaries is conducted in a sensitive and respectful manner
• Where relevant, liaise with donors and work closely with partners on project updates, site visits and other communication
• Identify opportunities to collaborate and coordinate efforts with other organizations to ensure our activities build upon – rather than replicate – the work of others
6. Quality Control
• Assess the activities undertaken and ensure efficient use of resources;
• Ensure lessons learned are documented, shared and reflected in project planning and decision making
• Advise on, and assist with, project reviews
• Ensure quality control, analysis of added-value and impact, identification and capitalization on best practices and lessons learnt and provide relevant feedback for new project development
• Identify and analyse gaps and synergies and opportunities in the areas the project(s) is / are implemented and pass relevant information
7. Reporting
• Provide regular and timely updates on progress and challenges to supervisors and other team members
• Draft (internal) narrative reports and contribute to the development of financial reports through regular budgetary follow up.
• Contribute to drafting of (external) project progress reports, ensuring the quality and accuracy of technical information provided
Expected skills and qualifications
• University degree in a relevant field, (Civil and Architecture engineering is highly desirable)
• Extensive project management experience in emergencies and/or development. Minimum of 3 years in the field of SHELTER.
• Proven capabilities in leadership and management required
• Good verbal and written communication skills in English
• Knowledge of local language and/or regional experience an asset
• Ability to work well and punctually under pressure.
What We Offer
Early applications are encouraged, as reviews may begin before the deadline.
Contract Duration: 6 Month (subject to extension based on performance and
funding).
Duty Station: Rahma WorldWid office in Damascus, Syria.
Female candidates are strongly encouraged to apply.
Application Deadline: 31-October-2025
How to apply
For application and information submission, please use the following link
Monthly based
Damascus , Syria
Damascus , Syria
