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Location: Damascus, Aleppo, Idleb Syria
Required Location: 3 People, One per Location
Contract Type: Full time – Project-Based
Reports to: Programs Manager
Department: Programs

Background:

Global Harmony Foundation (GHF) is seeking a dynamic Capacity Building Officer to strengthen the skills and knowledge of local partners, program teams, and stakeholders. GHF’s programs promote locally led solutions in humanitarian and development settings. This consultant will be embedded in the Programs Department and will work closely with the Programs Manager to design and deliver high-quality training and technical assistance to local actors across Syria.

Position Description:

The Capacity Building Officer will play a key role in supporting the organizational development of local implementing partners and internal staff. The consultant will assess capacity needs, design training curricula, and facilitate workshops in areas such as project cycle management, protection mainstreaming, reporting, accountability, and organizational leadership. This role directly contributes to localization goals and sustainability of interventions.

Duties and Responsibilities:

• Conduct needs assessments for local partners and internal staff.
• Design and implement training plans based on assessed gaps and organizational priorities.
• Facilitate workshops and coaching sessions on topics including:

1. 1. Project management and MEAL
   2. Safeguarding and protection mainstreaming
   3. Financial management basics for partners
   4. Organizational governance and leadership
   5. Monitor and evaluate the effectiveness of training and capacity-building interventions.
   6. Develop and maintain training materials, manuals, and toolkits.
   7. Coordinate closely with program teams to ensure alignment of capacity-building efforts with project goals.

Qualifications and Experience:

• University degree in Social Sciences, Education, International Development, or related field.
• Minimum 5 years of experience in training, facilitation, or capacity development.
• Prior experience working with NGOs and local partners in humanitarian or development contexts.
• Strong knowledge of adult learning principles and participatory training methods.
• Fluency in Arabic and English is required.
• Excellent communication, interpersonal, and report writing skills.

Key Competencies:

• Participatory facilitation
• Curriculum development
• Coaching and mentoring
• Needs assessment and analysis
• Conflict-sensitive approaches

Work Environment and Conditions:

• The Officer will work from GHF’s office in Damascus with field visits as needed. The role requires flexibility in working hours and occasional travel to project areas for training delivery.