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 “Maternal, New-born and Child Health (MNCH) Coordinator”
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 Abu Rummaneh. Any resume without Subject will be automatically rejected.
- Any resume without Subject will be automatically rejected.
- Vacancy Open Date: 05-Nov-2026 / Vacancy Closing Date: 14-Nov-2026.
Job Title Maternal, New-born and Child Health (MNCH) Coordinator Classification (Grade and Level)
Coordinator Duty Station / Location (HQ, Branch)
SARC HQ Department / Unit / Section Office (Branch)
Project Immediate Supervisor’s Title Medical Projects Unit Manager Technical Manager’s Title (if applicable)
Health Department Director Number of Direct Reports (if applicable)
1 Number of Indirect Reports (if applicable)
N/A Organizational context (where the job is located in the Organization)
Damascus – HQ Job purpose
Under the guidance and supervision of the Director of SARC Health Department at SARC HQ, and the manager of health projects unite. MNCH coordinator is responsible for implementation of MNCH services and activities at SARC health facilities, and reporting to the health projects unit manager.
Job duties and responsibilities
· Develop specific goals, objectives, strategies, budget and implementation plans for functions and activities of MNCH project. · Prepare required documentations for project review and approval.
· Plan and collaborate with internal and external partners to establish monitoring and performance indicators.
· Prepare and provide regular project reports to the director of medical department, the manager of health projects unit and partners to keep them informed of program progress.
· Project regular and annual reviews with branches and other partners to assess progress and to determine required action/interventions to achieve results.
· Actively monitor the project, through field visits and/or exchange of information with branches and health facilities to assess progress, identify potential problems and take timely decisions to resolve issues in consultation with the director of medical health department and supportive partners.
· Provide technical and operational support throughout all stages of project activities and services to ensure the integration and referral case into existing SARC health facilities.
· Contribute to the development and implementation of standard operating procedures and strategy development to ensure optimum efficiency and sustainable MNCH project in the medical department.
· Build and sustain effective close working partnerships with SARC departments, PNSs, UN agencies and national partners through active networking, advocacy and effective communication to build capacity and exchange knowledge/expertise to facilitate the achievement of intended goals.
· Participate and/or represent SARC, in appropriate inter-agency or coordination meetings, discussions and planning on MNCH and related issues under the guidance of the director of medical services department.
· Develop, prepare and implement capacity-building initiatives activities and specific training topics in the MNCH services to enhance the competencies of MNCH field staff.
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 - Degree in Gynecologists’, pediatrician, or MD with public health master.
X Experience Required Preferred - Management and clinical experience (at least 5 years) and a record of accomplishment of success on MNCH.
X - Experience in project management, assessments, monitoring and report writing.
X - A sound strategic thinking and planning skills, including the ability to think creatively and innovate and to set priorities, manage work plans and evaluate progress.
X Knowledge and Skills Required Preferred - Knowledge, and experience in MNCH in emergency response.
X - Demonstrated skills in program planning, implementation and monitoring.
X - Demonstrated skills in peer group training, Training of Trainers and development of training materials.
X - Demonstrated ability to work effectively in a team environment.
X Languages and IT Skills - Strong computer and interpersonal skills.
X - Fluent in Arabic and good command in written and spoken English.
X - Willingness to work under pressure and extra hours.
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