Job Title: Health & Nutrition Program Senior Officer
Location: Syria- Damascus
Reports for: Area Coordinator
Work Type: Full Time
ABOUT MEDGLOBAL
MedGlobal is a global humanitarian non-profit organization providing medical and health education services to people in need, including refugees and displaced persons, in disaster and underserved regions. The organization is composed of medical and public health professionals of diverse backgrounds.
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JOB SUMMARY
The Senior Health & Nutrition Program Officer leads and coordinates MedGlobal Syria’s health and nutrition interventions in Damascus, with a *primary focus on strategic coordination with the Ministry of Health (MoH), WHO, UNICEF, and other UN agencies.
The role ensures alignment with national policies, facilitates approvals, strengthens partnerships, and guarantees smooth implementation of life-saving health and nutrition services across supported facilities.
MAIN DUTIES AND RESPONSIBILITIES
1- Coordination & External Representation (CORE FOCUS AREA)
– Serve as MedGlobal Syria’s primary focal point with the Ministry of Health (MoH) at central and directorate levels regarding program planning, approvals, reporting, and field operations.
– Maintain regular coordination with WHO, UNICEF, UNFPA, OCHA, and other UN agencies to align programmatic activities with national strategies and sectoral priorities.
– Represent MedGlobal Syria in Health Sector Working Groups, Nutrition Sector meetings, and technical working groups based in Damascus.
– Facilitate joint assessments, field visits, approval processes, and follow-up actions with MoH and UN counterparts.
– Support harmonization of protocols, training curricula, and reporting tools with MoH, WHO, and UNICEF standards.
– Ensure timely submission of FACE Forms, reporting templates, and other required documentation to UN actors and government authorities.
2- Program Management & Technical Oversight
– Oversee the implementation of integrated health and nutrition activities across PHCs, hospitals, and mobile teams in line with MoH national guidelines.
– Ensure program alignment with UN-supported packages (RMNCH, EPI, IMCI, ANC/PNC, CMAM/IYCF).
– Coordinate MoH-approved trainings, capacity building, and technical support for health workers.
Ensure availability of medicines, vaccines (through MoH coordination), and nutrition supplies in cooperation with UNICEF/WHO mechanisms.
3- Monitoring, Reporting & Compliance
Ensure consistency between MedGlobal Syria reporting and MoH/UN reporting frameworks.
Track program performance and ensure data sharing with MoH surveillance units (EWARS) and UN clusters.
Prepare detailed periodical program reports for donors, UN agencies, and MoH.
Support audit requirements, documentation, and compliance measures required by UNICEF/WHO.
4- Operational Support & Financial Coordination
Coordinate procurement approvals and supply flow with MoH/UN guidelines.
Ensure proper validation of expenditures, and compliance with donors and MoH rules.
Work closely with Finance, HR, and Logistics teams to ensure smooth implementation.
5- Risk Management, Safety, & Government Liaison
Monitor regulatory changes affecting INGOs and ensure MedGlobal Syria’s compliance with MoH and Government of Syria requirements.
Track operational and political risks and advise the Country Office on mitigation options.
Ensure that security restrictions affecting movement, approvals, or facility access are communicated promptly.
6- Capacity Building & Team Support
Coordinate MoH-endorsed training sessions for PHC and nutrition staff.
Provide mentoring and on-the-job support to field teams to meet national and UN quality standards.
QUALIFICATIONS AND SKILLS
Senior Health & Nutrition Program Officer Should have the following skills, education, and experience:
Education
Degree in Medicine, Pharmacy, Nursing, Public Health, or other related field (Master’s preferred).
Experience
1. 5+ years working in health and/or nutrition programs in Syria.
2. Proven experience coordinating directly with MoH and UN agencies is mandatory.
3. Experience working with UNICEF/WHO-funded programs, FACE Forms, EPI, CMAM, RMNCH is a strong asset.
4. Experience managing multi-site operations and high-level coordination.
Skills
Excellent communication and negotiation skills with government and UN actors.
Strong knowledge of Syrian health system, national guidelines, and humanitarian frameworks.
Strong reporting, analytical, and documentation skills.
Fluency in Arabic; Excellent command of English.
Values & Safeguarding
Commitment to MedGlobal Syria’s mission and ethical standards.
Respect for confidentiality, governmental protocols, and safeguarding principles.
Working Conditions
Based in Damascus with frequent coordination meetings and field visits.
High-level interactions requiring professionalism, diplomacy, and adherence to government procedures.
How to apply
https://sy.medglobal.org/jobs/health-nutrition-program-senior-officer-1034