Public Finance and Institutional Coordination Advisor
Deutsche Gesellschaft für Internationale Zusammenarbeit (GIZ) GmbH · Syrian Arab Republic · Apply by October 14, 2026
About this role
GIZ has been operating in Syria since 1976. It has thus established valuable contacts in civil society and garnered experience that is now crucial for supporting the country. From 2013 onwards, it worked without government involvement with the assistance of local non-governmental organizations. Despite the difficult conditions, GIZ has consistently contributed to improving people’s living conditions. In view of the developments since December 2024, which have led Syria into a decisive phase of transformation, GIZ has reopened its Country Office in Damascus in September 2026. It is currently implementing 14 projects on behalf of the German Federal Ministry for Economic Cooperation and Development (BMZ) and the Federal Foreign Office (FFO), with co-financing from the European Union and other donors. From 2026, the portfolio is planned to be expanded by several new projects. Your tasks Provide technical advise on Good Financial Governance and local governance, clarifying mandates and aligning subnational operations with national frameworks; facilitate inclusive, context-sensitive coordination bodies. Advise on mapping and re-designing inter-institutional roles, interfaces and…