47494

Damascus

Full time

Main areas of responsibility:
The HR OFFICER ensures the correct implementation of all HR procedures within the organization, is responsible for recruitments, contract renewal, employee relations, performance management, Training and Development and HR administration.

In coordination with COOPIHR manager (Line Manager),
OBJECTIVES
. Respect existing HR procedures
. Support projects with all HR operations.
.Respect and follow-up the COOPI HR procedures

GENERAL RESPONSIBILITY
. Accountable for the fair and true selection process of new employees
. Accountable for the calculation of the payroll, social security and potential taxes.

FUNCTIONS
. Human resources

. Recruitment, on boarding:

- Assist in the recruitment process by posting job openings, screening resumes, scheduling interviews, and conducting reference checks.
- Ensure a proper follow up on recruitment files and compliance with recruitment procedures
- Review recruitment requests, In coordination with HR manager
- Drafts job descriptions and vacancy announcements following indications given by coordination and COOPI internal standards.
- Evaluate candidate credentials (short listing)
- Conducts interviews
- Reviews and/or prepare panelrecommendations on the selection of candidates
- Coordinate and conduct new hire orientation sessions, ensuring new employees are equipped with the necessary information and resources to succeed.

. Administrative follow up of HR activities
- Ensure a proper follow up on administrative files and compliance with internal process
- Provide support and responses to inquiries related to the interpretations of staff rules and operational policies
- Maintain HR files up to date
- Monitor the expirations of contracts and salary payments, HR manager .
. Employee Relations:
- Act as a point of contact for employee inquiries and concerns, providing guidance and support as needed.
- Assist in the resolution of employee relations issues through effective communication and conflict resolution techniques.
. Performance Management:
- Support the performance appraisal process by coordinating performance reviews, collecting feedback, and assisting in the development of performance improvement plans.
- Maintain accurate records of employee performance evaluations and related documentation.
. Training and Development:
- Collaborate with department managers to identify training needs and develop training programs to enhance employee skills and knowledge.
- Coordinate training sessions and workshops, ensuring effective delivery and participation.
. HR Administration:
- Maintain HR databases and employee records, ensuring accuracy and confidentiality.
- Assist in the preparation of HR reports and presentations for management review.
- Support HR projects and initiatives as assigned.
. Performs other duties as requested
- When required, translate documents from English into Arabic and vice versa and/or check translations done
- When required, support the HR manager in writing contracts and documents

safeguarding statement:
COOPI is firmly committed to safeguarding and protecting the welfare of children and vulnerable adults. We maintain a zero-tolerance policy toward any form of sexual exploitation, abuse, harassment, or neglect. All staff, consultants, and volunteers are expected to uphold and promote this commitment at all times. Employment with COOPI is subject to satisfactory reference checks, criminal background screening, and full adherence to COOPIs Code of Conduct, Child Safeguarding Policy, and Protection from Sexual Exploitation, Abuse, and Harassment (PSEA) Policy

Contract Type and Duration:
This is a full-time position under a 3-month renewable contract.

Behavioral Expectations and Core Values:
-Commitment to humanitarian principles
-Respectful and inclusive behavior
-Accountability and transparency in all actions

The last date for receiving the applications is 2nd April,2026. Due to the urgency of this role, we will be reviewing CVs and interviewing candidates in advance of the closing date. For this reason, interested candidates are asked to submit their applications as soon as possible.

We are an independent Italian NGO founded in Milan by Father Vincenzo Barbieri on April 15 1965.

For almost 60 years we have been dedicated to breaking the cycle of poverty and to supporting populations affected by wars, socio-economic crises or natural disasters in their path to recovery and sustainable development, by making use of the professionalism of local and international operators, and through our partnerships with public and private bodies and civil society organizations.

Today we are present in 33 countries in Africa, the Middle East, Latin America and the Caribbean, with 239 humanitarian projects reaching more than 7,000,000 people. Since 1965 COOPI – Cooperazione Internazionale has helped more than 125 million people, with more than 3,000 projects in 74 countries, employing about 5,400 expat aid workers and around 67,000 local professionals.

Mar 26, 2026

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