Job ID
52019
Job Title
Volunteer - HR/Admin & Finance Department
To work for
COOPI Cooperazione Internazionale
Country
Syria
City
Damascus
Field of Work
Finances/Accountancy - HR/QM - Administrative
Job Type
Voluntary
Military service
Not Specified
Minimum Education Level
Intermediate Institute
Responsibilities
General Purpose
The volunteer will have the opportunity to gain practical experience in both Finance and Human Resources by supporting the daily operations of the respective departments. Throughout the volunteering period, the volunteer will apply theoretical knowledge in a professional working environment, participate in practical tasks, and develop essential skills in accounting, financial administration, and human resources management.
This opportunity is designed to provide valuable hands-on experience, enhance professional competencies, and prepare the volunteer for future career opportunities in finance, accounting, and human resources, particularly within the humanitarian and development sector.
The volunteer will support the Finance and HR teams in their daily activities, including but not limited to:
Finance Department:
Assist in organizing, reviewing, and filing financial documents and supporting records.
Support basic accounting and bookkeeping activities under the supervision of the Finance team.
Assist with data entry, financial documentation, and the preparation of financial records.
Support the organization and archiving of invoices, payment documents, and other financial files.
Assist with basic financial data collection and reporting tasks.
Human Resources Department:
Support the recruitment process, including organizing CVs, preparing interview documents, and coordinating recruitment activities.
Assist with maintaining and updating personnel files and HR databases.
Support the preparation and organization of HR documentation, including contracts, attendance records, and leave requests.
Assist with data entry, document filing, and archiving.
Support other HR administrative tasks as required.
The volunteer will have the opportunity to gain practical experience in both Finance and Human Resources by supporting the daily operations of the respective departments. Throughout the volunteering period, the volunteer will apply theoretical knowledge in a professional working environment, participate in practical tasks, and develop essential skills in accounting, financial administration, and human resources management.
This opportunity is designed to provide valuable hands-on experience, enhance professional competencies, and prepare the volunteer for future career opportunities in finance, accounting, and human resources, particularly within the humanitarian and development sector.
The volunteer will support the Finance and HR teams in their daily activities, including but not limited to:
Finance Department:
Assist in organizing, reviewing, and filing financial documents and supporting records.
Support basic accounting and bookkeeping activities under the supervision of the Finance team.
Assist with data entry, financial documentation, and the preparation of financial records.
Support the organization and archiving of invoices, payment documents, and other financial files.
Assist with basic financial data collection and reporting tasks.
Human Resources Department:
Support the recruitment process, including organizing CVs, preparing interview documents, and coordinating recruitment activities.
Assist with maintaining and updating personnel files and HR databases.
Support the preparation and organization of HR documentation, including contracts, attendance records, and leave requests.
Assist with data entry, document filing, and archiving.
Support other HR administrative tasks as required.
Qualifications
Education:
Currently enrolled in a university degree program in Finance, Accounting, Economics, Human Resources, Business Administration, or a related field.
Recent graduates in relevant fields may also be considered.
Technical Skills:
Basic understanding of accounting principles, including invoicing, bookkeeping, budgeting, and auditing.
Good knowledge of Microsoft Office applications, particularly Excel and Word.
Familiarity with accounting software or HR information systems is an asset.
General knowledge of humanitarian or NGO operations is an asset.
Familiarity with Syrian administrative procedures is an advantage.
Languages:
Good written and spoken English (minimum B2 level).
Arabic proficiency is required.
Currently enrolled in a university degree program in Finance, Accounting, Economics, Human Resources, Business Administration, or a related field.
Recent graduates in relevant fields may also be considered.
Technical Skills:
Basic understanding of accounting principles, including invoicing, bookkeeping, budgeting, and auditing.
Good knowledge of Microsoft Office applications, particularly Excel and Word.
Familiarity with accounting software or HR information systems is an asset.
General knowledge of humanitarian or NGO operations is an asset.
Familiarity with Syrian administrative procedures is an advantage.
Languages:
Good written and spoken English (minimum B2 level).
Arabic proficiency is required.
Specific Vacancy Requirements
Soft Skills:
Strong attention to detail and accuracy.
Good organizational and time management skills.
Eagerness to learn, take initiative, and develop new skills.
Discretion and reliability when handling confidential information.
Ability to work effectively within a team and in a multicultural environment.
Flexibility and willingness to support different tasks across both departments.
Working Conditions
The volunteer will work under the supervision of the Finance and HR teams.
The volunteering opportunity will provide practical exposure to finance and HR operations within a humanitarian organization.
The volunteer is expected to respect the organization's policies, procedures, Code of Conduct, and confidentiality requirements.
The volunteer will be expected to demonstrate professionalism, commitment, and a willingness to learn throughout the volunteering period.
Strong attention to detail and accuracy.
Good organizational and time management skills.
Eagerness to learn, take initiative, and develop new skills.
Discretion and reliability when handling confidential information.
Ability to work effectively within a team and in a multicultural environment.
Flexibility and willingness to support different tasks across both departments.
Working Conditions
The volunteer will work under the supervision of the Finance and HR teams.
The volunteering opportunity will provide practical exposure to finance and HR operations within a humanitarian organization.
The volunteer is expected to respect the organization's policies, procedures, Code of Conduct, and confidentiality requirements.
The volunteer will be expected to demonstrate professionalism, commitment, and a willingness to learn throughout the volunteering period.
Salary and Benefits
Benefits
Medical insurance coverage throughout the volunteering period.
Transportation allowance to support commuting expenses.
Medical insurance coverage throughout the volunteering period.
Transportation allowance to support commuting expenses.
About us
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.
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.
Required employees number
2
Posted On
Nov 02, 2026
Expiry Date
Dec 02, 2026
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CV Language
English
