Developing UNDP's strategy for Al-Hasakah Governorate

Volunteering

Overview

Support the development of a Social Cohesion Strategy for Al-Hasakah Governorate.

You have:

• Minimum of 3 years of professional experience in social cohesion, peacebuilding, or community development, ideally within Syria.
• Proven knowledge of the ethnic, tribal, religious, and value systems in Al-Hasakah.
• Strong analytical and writing skills.
• Comfortable working independently in a remote and collaborative environment.
• Familiarity with the UNDP Social Cohesion Strategy.
• Fluency in Arabic.

Contract

This is a UNV contract. More about UNV contracts.

UNDP Syria, through its Qamishli office, is developing a Social Cohesion Strategy tailored to the unique and complex social fabric of Al-Hasakah governorate. The governorate is home to diverse ethnic and religious subcultures that have historically coexisted through both traditional and modern mechanisms of cohesion. However, the Syrian crisis disrupted these mechanisms, leading to increased fragmentation and intra-community tensions.

To ensure the strategy is context-sensitive and responsive, UNDP seeks support from Online Volunteers with strong local understanding and professional experience in social cohesion. Volunteers will have the opportunity to contribute meaningfully to peacebuilding and social stability efforts, and will be acknowledged with a certificate of appreciation from Online Volunteers upon successful completion.

Under the supervision of the Social Cohesion Officer at UNDP Syria, two Online Volunteers will:

• Conduct a structured review of the social, cultural, and ethnic dynamics in Al-Hasakah governorate, with a focus on identifying conflict drivers and cohesion opportunities.

• Provide a 3–5 page summary report outlining key sensitivities, rituals, values, and social networks across ethnic and sectarian groups.

Analyze the draft Social Cohesion Strategy (if shared), and submit 1–2 pages of feedback on its relevance, inclusion, and risks.

Recommend at least 3–5 context-adapted interventions, with emphasis on inclusivity and sustainability.

Participate in 1–2 virtual review sessions with the UNDP team to present findings and recommendations.

Minimum of 3 years of professional experience in social cohesion, peacebuilding, or community development, ideally within Syria.

Proven knowledge of the ethnic, tribal, religious, and value systems in Al-Hasakah.

Strong analytical and writing skills.

Comfortable working independently in a remote and collaborative environment.

Desirable:

Familiarity with the UNDP Social Cohesion Strategy.

Fluency in Arabic.

Apply now

Potential interview questions

Added 11 months ago - Updated 11 months ago - Source: unv.org