About Suriye Yardım Derneği:

We are one of the leading Syria-focused charities in the world. We provide lifesaving and life-changing Support to millions of Syrians annually through emergency interventions, providing medical facilities, food, clean water, shelter, orphan support, protection, and education. Through our parent charity, Action For Humanity, we also work further afield.

Syria Relief was established in Manchester, UK, at the start of the Syrian conflict in 2011. Dismayed at the rapidly unfolding crisis in Syria, a group of friends of Syrian heritage came together to provide emergency humanitarian aid in the region for what has initially assumed to be a short-term project. Since then, we have grown to become the largest Syria-focused charity in the UK and have touched the lives of 10.3 million people in need.

We are focused on providing medical care, food aid, education, protection, and access to water and shelter to the millions of Syrians displaced across the region. As well as establishing long-term projects such as schools, healthcare clinics, and livelihood.

Vacancy: System Strengthening Manager

Scope of Work for Capacity Building and System Strengthening Manager

The System Strengthening Manager role will be embedded fully in the FCDO Education multi-years funding programme SEP II (Syria Education Programme).

The Syria Education Programme II is the successor programme to Syria Education Programme, led by Chemonics International, which reached over 580,000 children in Northwest Syria. The programme has been designed to deliver the UK’s commitment to enhance equitability of education for girls and boys by strengthening the quality and inclusivity of formal primary education in Northwest Syria. SEP II will support girls and boys through evidence-based and data-driven education programming, and will achieve this by focusing on: strengthening local education systems so that they are accountable, effective, and responsive; enhancing school level capacity to deliver inclusive, gender responsive and quality learning; developing effective systems to support inclusion, mental health and child protection; and generating more predictable financing for sector implementation, including teacher salaries.

Qualifications and Education Requirements:

• While not mandatory, a background in education is preferred.
• Relevant degrees or certifications in related fields are advantageous.

General Work Experience:

• Proven track record in conflict or post-conflict settings.
• Demonstrated ability to enhance systems and organizational capacities.
• Deep understanding of organizational development theories and methodologies.
• Practical experience in applying organizational development principles in real-world scenarios.

Skills:

Languages:

• Proficiency in Arabic is essential.
• The System strengthening manager will be reporting to the deputy team lead technical in the Syria Education Programme for technical/programmatic assistance and matrix management by the head of programs AFH.

Computing:  Competency in Microsoft applications, including Word, Excel, and Outlook.

Communication skills: negotiating, facilitating, and presenting, as well as strong verbal and written communication skills.

• Time management, organization, and work prioritization
• Being analytical with strong attention to detail
• Strong organizational and analytical
• Decision making
• Project Management
• Remote management
• People management
• Leadership and development
• Work overtime when required.
• Collaborative and cooperative with other related departments e.g., supply chain, finance, HR, MEAL …etc.

Abilities:

System Governance Knowledge:

• History of successful interactions and projects with government departments.
• Ability to navigate governmental structures and foster productive relationships.
• Strong understanding of governance structures and processes.
• Experience in implementing or advising on governance systems.
• Demonstrated ability to identify, analyze, and solve complex problems.

Duties and Responsibilities:

• Develop and implement strategies to strengthen education system capacities in conflict-affected region Northwest Syria.
• Support development of policies and procedures and contribute to development of implementation protocols
• Act as a bridge between SEP partners, local NGOs and Education Directorate departments to facilitate collaboration.
• Provide expert advice on system governance to ensure alignment with best practices.
• Identify challenges within projects and propose innovative solutions to roll-out practices across primary schools
• Conduct training sessions and mentor ED staff in capacity building and organizational development.
• Co-lead the SEP II partnership committee alongside Chemonics to ensure delivery is coordinated and allow periodic reflection
• Act as the secretariate of the partnership committee and ensure conducting quarterly review sessions.

Child Safeguarding Policy

Child abuse in all forms is unacceptable to Suriye Yardım Derneği which recognizes its responsibility to protect children from harm in all areas of its work. Suriye Yardım Derneği is committed to ensuring a child-safe environment and is applying a zero-tolerance approach towards any kind of child abuse and exploitation. We understand the diverse needs of every individual, and we're proud to announce our unwavering dedication to creating an inclusive environment for persons with disabilities.

PSEAH -Discrimination, Abuse, and Harassment Policy

Suriye Yardım Derneği unwavering dedication extends to creating a workplace that fosters respect, equality, and dignity. Introducing our Discrimination, Abuse, and Harassment Policy, we affirm our stance against any discrimination, abuse, or harassment based on race, ethnicity, religion, national origin, gender, age, sexual orientation, marital status, citizenship status, disability, or military status. We declare zero tolerance for any form of mistreatment, whether physical, sexual, or verbal. Our employees and associated personnel are integral to upholding these values, ensuring a work environment where everyone's rights are respected, both within and beyond the Suriye Yardım Derneği community. Join us in building a future where protection, safety, and respect prevail for all.

and It is forbidden for Suriye Yardım Derneği employees inflict harm on children or vulnerable groups or carry out acts of harassment or sexual exploitation of children and adults, directly or indirectly, inside or outside the organization, during or after working hours."

How to Apply:

Interested candidates, please send a Curriculum Vitae and a Cover letter describing how your skills and experience match the requirements of this post, following to provided email of the HR department of Suriye Yardım Derneği (HR.Turkey@syriarelief.org.uk) with the job code “SYD-TR-GAZ-058“ in the subject line.

Deadline: August 4th, 2024
SYD is an Equal Opportunity Employer
Only short-listed candidates will be contacted
SYD/SR has the right to initiate the screening process on a weekly basis, as this is a re-advertisement.