Training Coordinator / Damascus

  • Full Time
  • Damascus
  • Applications have closed

 

Job Purpose

We are seeking a highly motivated and results-driven Post-Training Coordinator. Please note: this role is NOT focused on delivering training programs. Instead, it is dedicated entirely to the post-training phase, acting as the crucial bridge between our graduates and the job market. Your primary mission will be to advocate for our alumni, build strong corporate partnerships, attract job offers, and successfully place our graduates into meaningful employment. If you have a background in talent sourcing, recruitment, or career services and love connecting people with opportunities, this is the role for you

Key Responsibilities

 

 

Post Training Planning & Coordination

  • Employer Networking & Outreach [Employment Support]: Proactively reach out to local businesses, corporate partners, and hiring managers to build a network of employers willing to hire our graduates.
  • Job Offer Attraction [Employment Support]: Source, negotiate, and secure exclusive job offers, internships, and apprenticeship opportunities specifically for our alumni network.
  • Talent Matching & Placement [Employment Support]: Deeply understand the skills and profiles of our graduates to effectively match them with the right job vacancies and company cultures.
  • Candidate Marketing [Employment Support]: Actively pitch and recommend qualified graduates directly to hiring organizations, acting as a specialized recruiter on behalf of our alumni.
  • Career Coaching & Preparation [Employment Support]: Conduct mock interviews, assist with resume optimization, and provide targeted advice to ensure graduates are highly competitive in the hiring process.
  • Event Coordination [Employment Support]: Organize tailored networking events, employer meet-and-greets, and boutique job fairs to directly connect graduates with prospective employers.
  • Data Management & Tracking: Maintain an up-to-date database of alumni employment statuses, employer contacts, and available job vacancies.
  • Reporting: Track job placement rates, retention metrics, and overall success of the post-training integration program to report back to management.

 

       Monitoring, Evaluation & Reporting

  • Monitor and evaluate the effectiveness and impact of training activities through observations, participant assessments, field visits, and evaluation tools.
  • Collect participant feedback and identify lessons learned and recommendations for improving future training activities.
  • Prepare timely training reports, field visit reports, attendance records, evaluation summaries, and other required project documentation.
  • Maintain accurate databases and documentation for all training activities, participants, and capacity-building results.

     Stakeholder Coordination

  • Coordinate closely with project teams, local authorities, implementing partners, and community representatives to ensure effective implementation of training activities.
  • Maintain regular communication with trainers and participants to address operational and technical issues.
  • Represent the project during training events and coordination meetings as required.

 Capacity Building & Knowledge Management

  • Develop, review, and update guides, manuals, and learning materials.
  • Promote knowledge sharing and continuous learning among project staff and partners.
  • Support the development of innovative learning methodologies and adult learning approaches to enhance participant engagement.

 Additional Responsibilities

  • Travel regularly to project sites to supervise training activities and provide technical support.
  • Ensure compliance with safeguarding policies, protection principles, organizational procedures, and donor requirements during all training activities.
  • Perform any other duties assigned by the Project Manager or relevant supervisors.

Note: The above responsibilities are illustrative. Additional tasks may be assigned according to operational needs and organizational structure.

Qualification (Education/Work Experience)

        Essential

  • Bachelor’s degree in education, Human Resources, Social Sciences, Business Administration, Public Administration, or a related field.
  • Minimum of three (3) years of relevant experience in coordinating, organizing, and implementing training or capacity-building programs.
  • Proven experience in recruitment, talent sourcing, or corporate partnership development.
  • A strong existing network of local employers, HR professionals, or business leaders is highly preferred.
  • Experience in career counselling, resume building, or interview preparation.
  • High level of empathy and the ability to motivate and build confidence in recent graduates entering the job market.
  • Strong organizational skills with the ability to manage multiple employer relationships and candidate profiles simultaneously.
  • Experience preparing training reports, monitoring documentation, and evaluation tools.
  • Proficiency in Microsoft Office applications.
  • Fluency in Arabic and good working knowledge of English (spoken and written).

      Preferred

  • Previous experience working with NGOs or international organizations.
  • Experience managing donor-funded projects.
  • Knowledge of adult learning methodologies and participatory training approaches.
  • Experience using digital learning platforms or Learning Management Systems (LMS).
  • Training of Trainers (ToT) certification is an advantage.
Core & Managerial Competencies

 

Core Competencies

  • Commitment to Continuous Learning
  • Effective Communication
  • Planning and Organization
  • Teamwork and Collaboration
  • Stakeholder Orientation
  • Reliability and Professionalism
  • Problem Solving and Adaptability

       Technical Competencies

  • CRM & Database Management: Proficiency in using Customer Relationship Management (CRM) software or Applicant Tracking Systems (ATS) to manage graduate profiles, track employer interactions, and monitor placement pipelines.
  • Talent Sourcing & Market Mapping: Technical ability to utilize platforms like LinkedIn, professional networking sites, to identify hiring trends and open vacancies.
  • Resume & ATS Optimization: Deep understanding of modern Applicant Tracking Systems (ATS) to effectively coach graduates on formatting resumes and digital profiles (like LinkedIn) to pass automated corporate screenings.
  • B2B Lead Generation & Outreach: Familiarity with professional email outreach, pipeline management, or sales engagement tools to systematically identify, contact, and secure new corporate hiring partners.
  • Data Tracking & Reporting: Strong proficiency in Excel or Google Sheets to accurately track Key Performance Indicators (KPIs) such as placement rates, time-to-hire, and graduate retention, as well as the ability to generate clear performance reports for management.
  • Field monitoring and supervision
  • Training monitoring and evaluation
  • Report writing and documentation
  • Event and logistics management
  • Knowledge management and learning systems
  • Proficiency in Microsoft Office and digital collaboration tools

Syrian Forum is committed to protecting our staff and the communities we work with from abuse and harm, including sexual exploitation, sexual abuse, and sexual harassment.

All staff are expected to abide by our Code of Conduct and the IASC 6 core principles.

Syrian Forum has a zero-tolerance policy towards any behavior that violates its code of conduct, including sexual harassment, exploitation, abuse, as well as lack of integrity, corruption, and fraud. Syrian Forum also adheres to strict safeguarding principles.

Qualified candidates are invited to apply for the vacant position no later than 05-11-2026

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