RMNCH In-service Training Coordinator

Key Expert – RMNCH In-service Training Coordinator (Cat. III)

Project: Technical Assistance to the Syrian Ministry of Health – Strengthening Institutional Capacity and Governance.

Location: Damascus, Syria

Indicative Start Date: 9 December 2026

Implementation Period: 14 months (indicative end date: 9 February 2028)

NTU International is currently identifying qualified experts for the EU-funded project Technical Assistance to the Syrian Ministry of Health – Strengthening Institutional Capacity and Governance.

The assignment aims to support the institutional strengthening and governance capacities of the Syrian Ministry of Health, contributing to more effective institutional performance, evidence-based decision-making, accountability and sustainable capacity development.

In this context, we are seeking a qualified and highly organised RMNCH In-service Training Coordinator (Cat. III) to support the planning, coordination, administration and monitoring of in-service training activities related to Reproductive, Maternal, Newborn and Child Health (RMNCH).

The position will focus on ensuring effective coordination of training activities, communication with relevant stakeholders, organisation of training-related information and documentation, and administrative support for the implementation of capacity-building initiatives.

Qualifications and Skills Required

• Medical or Pharmacy Degree (Syrian University).
• Ability to work effectively within a multidisciplinary team.
• Ability to work under pressure and to independently manage difficult situations and know what and when escalation is needed to the next level.
• Ability to use a solution-oriented approach.
• Excellent communication skills.
• Ability to use electronic platforms including Microsoft Excel, WORD, PowerPoint and Kobo Toolbox.
• Ability to manage data sets including organisation and aggregation of written and numerical data and provided simple narrative summaries and descriptive statistics.

General Professional Experience

• Minimum 3 years of professional experience in a similar coordination or administrative role, with clear transferable skills in management, coordination, planning and administration.

Language Requirements

• Arabic: Excellent written and spoken command – mandatory.
• English: Good written and verbal communication skills – mandatory.

If you are interested in this opportunity, please apply and upload your CV via LinkedIn or send to [Confidential Information]. Please note that only selected candidates will be contacted due to the large amount of applicants.