PSEA Coordinator OCHA Damascus

In Syria, the Humanitarian Country Team is working to strengthen system-wide protection from Sexual Exploitation and Abuse across the humanitarian response. In alignment with NORCAP’s mission, we are supporting the United Nations Office for the Coordination of Humanitarian Affairs (OCHA) in recruiting a PSEA Coordinator to lead and coordinate inter-agency efforts to prevent and respond to sexual exploitation and abuse.

This role is based in Damascus, Syria, reporting to the UN Resident and Humanitarian Coordinator for Syria, for 1 year with the possibility of extension.

The PSEA coordinator is responsible for coordinating and supporting the collective action, capacity building, and safeguarding the dignity and rights of communities affected by crisis.

We are looking for a dynamic professional with:

• Proven expertise in protection, gender-based violence, or related humanitarian fields
• Strong inter-agency coordination and leadership advisory skills in complex emergencies
• Fluency in Arabic and excellent English communication skills
• Demonstrated ability to engage with diverse stakeholders, from community leaders to senior UN officials

This is an opportunity to make a tangible impact in safeguarding the dignity and rights of crisis-affected communities.

As the inter-agency  PSEA Coordinator, you will take on the following responsibilities:

• Lead the development and implementation of an inter-agency PSEA Action Plan informed by SEA risk assessments
• Coordinate and support the PSEA Network, ensuring coherence and technical alignment across member agencies and organisations  
• Facilitate community engagement and feedback mechanisms in collaboration with Accountability to Affected Populations (AAP) actors
• Strengthen internal PSEA programmes of Network members through technical guidance and capacity building
• Collaborate with clusters, Protection, GBV and Child Protection actors to mainstream PSEA and ensure survivor-centred approaches
• Support the development of SOPs covering the entire country for complaint referral and reporting mechanisms that are safe, accessible and culturally appropriate
• Monitor SEA trends and support strategic decision-making through data analysis and reporting to senior leadership
• Promote proactive outreach and information sharing with external partners and stakeholders

To excel in this role, candidates should possess the following qualifications and skills:

• Minimum 7 years of relevant experience in protection, gender-based violence, or related humanitarian fields
• An advanced university degree in Human Rights, International Development, International Relations, Gender Studies, or a related field. A bachelor degree in combination with a minimum of 9 years of relevant experience may be accepted
• Proven field experience in complex emergencies, humanitarian or development settings,
• Inter-agency Coordination experience, ideally in PSEA coordination
• Strong understanding of international humanitarian architecture and UN coordination structures
• Fluency in Arabic and excellent command of English (written and verbal)
• Demonstrated ability to engage with diverse stakeholders and lead inter-agency networks
• Please read the attached terms of reference for more details before applying

You are encouraged to read the full TOR before applying.

Competencies

The main competencies of a NORCAP Expert are:

• Building working relationships
• Planning and organising
• Adaptability
• Resilience

What We Offer

In recognition of your expertise and contributions, we provide the following benefits and opportunities:

• Rewarding work for a renowned global organisation
• Access to a network of humanitarian, peace, and development professionals
• A dedicated Staff Care Unit

How To Apply

Based on what you have read so far, do you think you could be a good fit? If so, please follow these steps and apply!

When submitting your application, kindly register in English your full employment history and education. Please include your full name as written in your passport. Uploaded CVs alone will not be reviewed.

NORCAP values diversity, equity and inclusion. We welcome applications from all qualified candidates, regardless of race, sex, sexual orientation, national origin, religion or disability.

NORCAP reserves the right to conduct a full background check on shortlisted candidates.

Approved Health Certificate will be required prior to contract commencement and assignment.

Feedback will be given to all applicants within four weeks after the closing of this advertisement.

Apply before 28 August 2025, 11:59 PM (Oslo time)

We look forward to receiving your application!

  The Norwegian Refugee Council (NRC) is a global humanitarian organisation helping people forced to flee. 
Join us in assisting millions of people in areas where others cannot, tackling some of the world's most dangerous and difficult crises. Bring your skills and dedication to an organisation recognised for providing high quality aid and for defending the rights of refugees and internally displaced people. 
At NRC, we give responsibility to employees at all levels and foster professional growth and innovative teams. You can expect a supportive culture and an open dialogue with management. We are committed to diversity, equity and inclusion. 
Together, we save lives and rebuild futures.
Safeguarding is central to NRC’s work. We expect all employees to:  • treat everyone with respect and dignity  • contribute to building a safe environment for all  • never engage in any form of exploitation, harassment and specifically sexual exploitation, abuse and sexual harassment (SEAH)  • always report. NRC has a zero-tolerance approach to inaction against exploitation, abuse and SEAH