The Syrian Arab Red Crescent (SARC) is an independent humanitarian organization of public utility, is permanent and continuous, and has a legal entity and enjoys financial and administrative independence. SARC was founded in 1942 according to the decrees No/540/ 1942 and No/117/ 1966 which regulate the Organization’s work. It was recognized by the International Committee of the Red Cross in Geneva (ICRC) in 1946, and is committed to upholding the Geneva Conventions and the seven Fundamental Principles of the International Movement of Red Cross and Red Crescent National Societies.
The Syrian Arab Red Crescent is seeking to recruit a “Follow-Up Engineer”
Interested candidates are requested to send their updated CV in English and must be PDF file only, otherwise will be rejected To: hrrecruitment@sarc-sy.org
- Should write the position you apply for in the Subject.
- Based In Idleb. Any resume without Subject will be automatically rejected.
- Any resume without Subject will be automatically rejected.
- Vacancy Open Date: 11-Oct-2026 / Vacancy Closing Date: 24-Oct-2026.
Job Title Follow-up Engineer Classification (Grade and Level)
Engineer Duty Station / Location (HQ, Branch)
SARC – Idlib branch Department / Unit / Section Office (Branch)
Water & Rehabilitation Department Immediate Supervisor’s Title Northern Region Sector Coordinator Technical Manager’s Title (if applicable)
Northern Region Sector Coordinator Number of Direct Reports (if applicable)
N/A Number of Indirect Reports (if applicable)
N/A Organizational context (where the job is located in the Organization)
IDLIB Job purpose
To ensure effective planning, monitoring, and follow-up of water and sanitation projects within the governorate by overseeing implementation progress, coordinating with stakeholders, and ensuring compliance with technical standards, timelines, and program objectives, while maintaining accurate reporting and quality assurance. Job duties and responsibilities
- Plan and monitor water and sanitation activities within the governorate, including joint activities with water institutions, shelters, and other projects, in coordination with the team leader, sector coordinator, and project officers.
- Contribute to the development of activities and preparation of budgets in line with program objectives, in consultation with the water team coordinator and sector coordinator.
- Follow up on engineering and technical tasks in coordination with the water project coordinator and project officers.
- Supervise ongoing works implemented by partners or contractors, and prepare periodic progress reports outlining work stages and achievements.
- Prepare technical reports on implemented projects and support the development of periodic reports (monthly or otherwise) required by the head office.
- Monitor and participate in project handover processes, ensuring quality of implementation and compliance with technical specifications, in coordination with engineers and volunteers.
- Conduct field visits when necessary to monitor progress and assess performance.
- Maintain continuous coordination with all relevant stakeholders (team leader, sector coordinator, project officers, and volunteers) to ensure efficient implementation.
- Ensure full confidentiality and accuracy in handling all information (public and private).
Duties applicable to all staff
1. Actively work towards the achievement of the SARC goals 2. Abide by and work in accordance with the Red Cross and Red Crescent principles 3. Perform any other related duties and responsibilities that may be assigned by the line manager Position Requirements
Education and Training Required Preferred · Bachelor degree in Engineering, higher academic degree is an added value. X Experience Required Preferred · Experience in the area of coordination and planning. X · Experience in similar volunteer-based organizations or humanitarian organizations preferred. X · 2 years of relevant experience. X · Ability to design, manage, and supervise projects, and monitor field activities X Knowledge and Skills Required Preferred · Strong knowledge in strategic planning and thinking. X · Strong interpersonal skills, including ability to operate effectively across organizational boundaries. X · Ability to establish and maintain effective working relations with people in a multi-cultural, multi-ethnic environment with sensitivity and respect for diversity. X · Ability to prioritize and perform multi-skilled tasks. X Languages and IT Skills · Fluent in English and Arabic, spoken and written. X · A very good level in using Microsoft Office and other communication platforms (MS Teams, Zoom, …).
X · A very good level in using AutoCAD and other engineering programs. X
