Humanitarian Coordinator

1 week ago


Istanbul, Istanbul, Turkey United Nations Population Fund Full time
Job Summary

We are seeking a highly experienced and skilled Humanitarian Coordinator to lead our response in Northwest Syria. As a key member of our team, you will be responsible for ensuring effective and efficient coordination of our humanitarian programs in the region.

Key Responsibilities
  • Develop and implement humanitarian response strategies in Northwest Syria.
  • Coordinate with local authorities, UN agencies, and NGOs to ensure effective delivery of humanitarian assistance.
  • Oversee the preparation of UNFPA inputs to coordination meetings and other related to the humanitarian response.
  • Ensure timely and effective liaison with the operations and program teams to monitor the distribution and utilization of emergency RH kits, dignity kits, and other commodities.
  • Represent UNFPA at Cluster/Working Group coordination meetings, with a focus on the SRH Working Group and the GBV Sub-Cluster.
Requirements
  • Advanced university degree in Humanitarian Assistance, Public Health, Social Sciences, Demography, Gender, and/or other related fields.
  • 7 years of relevant professional experience in coordinating, developing, and implementing humanitarian interventions in crisis settings.
  • Strong analytical, coordination, and organizational skills and ability to work efficiently under high pressure.
  • Proven ability to lead and manage teams to achieve demonstrable results.
Preferred Qualifications
  • Knowledge of the humanitarian response structures and roles/responsibilities of humanitarian actors.
  • Skills in building strategic alliances and partnerships, strong communication and networking, and excellent organizational skills.
  • Good level of emotional intelligence, empathy, and conflict management as well as negotiating skills.
About UNFPA

UNFPA is the lead UN agency for delivering a world where every pregnancy is wanted, every childbirth is safe and every young person's potential is fulfilled. UNFPA's new strategic plan (2022-2025), focuses on three transformative results: to end preventable maternal deaths; end unmet need for family planning; and end gender-based violence and harmful practices.

How to Apply

Please submit your application, including your resume and a cover letter, to [insert contact information]. The deadline for applications is [insert deadline].



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