Funded UNICEF Volunteer Opportunity in Syria for Engineers with a Monthly Allowance of US$1,218
Applicant criteria
- NationalitySyria
- Age18 - 60
- GenderBoth
Opportunity criteria
- Opportunity FieldEngineering and Architecture , Others
- Job locationSyria
- Deadline2026-10-20
Opportunity description
The United Nations Children’s Fund (UNICEF), in collaboration with the United Nations Volunteers (UNV) programme, is offering a funded professional volunteering opportunity in Syria for 2026 for the position of Education Infrastructure Engineer in Damascus, for a period of 12 months, with the possibility of extension.
The opportunity aims to support efforts to rehabilitate damaged schools in Syria, improve the quality of educational facilities, and provide safe and inclusive learning environments for children. It forms part of broader efforts by the Syrian Ministry of Education, with support from UNICEF and the Global Partnership for Education (GPE), to strengthen the capacity of educational institutions to plan, implement, and monitor school rehabilitation and reconstruction projects.
The selected volunteer will provide engineering and technical support to the Ministry of Education, including assessing school conditions, reviewing engineering designs and plans, preparing rehabilitation plans, monitoring the quality of construction and maintenance work, and contributing to the development of education infrastructure management systems.
Benefits
A monthly living allowance of US$1,218.08 to help cover living expenses during the assignment.
A one-time entry lump sum of US$350 provided at the beginning of the assignment.
An additional hardship and living conditions allowance, with the amount determined according to the duty station classification and the volunteer’s family status.
A 12-month professional volunteer assignment, with the possibility of extension.
Free access to training and professional development resources provided by the United Nations Volunteers (UNV) programme.
Practical experience in school rehabilitation and education infrastructure development projects in Syria.
Opportunity to collaborate with UNICEF, the Syrian Ministry of Education, and international partners on humanitarian and development projects.
Develop professional skills in engineering planning, project supervision, quality assurance, and infrastructure management.
Contribute to improving learning environments for children and supporting efforts to reconstruct damaged schools in Syria.
Duties & responsibilities
Conduct engineering and technical assessments of damaged schools and identify rehabilitation needs.
Review drawings, designs, technical specifications, bills of quantities, and cost estimates.
Prepare school rehabilitation plans and prioritize implementation based on building conditions and risk levels.
Supervise construction and rehabilitation works and conduct field visits to monitor quality.
Ensure compliance with safety standards and accessibility requirements for persons with disabilities.
Support the improvement of water, sanitation, electricity, and other essential services within schools.
Develop databases and technical reports to track the progress of rehabilitation projects.
Use Geographic Information Systems (GIS) and digital monitoring tools when needed.
Coordinate with the Ministry of Education, contractors, implementing entities, and international partners.
Train ministry engineering staff and strengthen their skills in planning, supervision, and quality assurance.
Eligibility criteria
Applicants must meet the following requirements:
Age: Between 18 and 60 years old.
Professional Experience: At least 3 years of experience in infrastructure planning, construction, or rehabilitation; 5 years or more is preferred.
Academic Qualification: A Master’s degree or first-level university degree in Civil Engineering, Architecture, Structural Engineering, Construction Management, or a related field.
Arabic Language: Fluency in Arabic is required.
English Language: Working knowledge of English is considered an additional advantage.
Experience in construction project supervision, quality control, reviewing drawings, and bills of quantities.
Experience in building condition assessments and planning renovation and rehabilitation works.
Ability to work and coordinate with government authorities, engineering teams, and contractors.
Experience working in conflict-affected or crisis settings.
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