HR Manager

Dünya Doktorları Derneği

Medecins du Monde Turkey (MDM-T) / Dünya Doktorları Dernegi (DDD) is a Turkish based humanitarian non-governmental organisation that facilitates access to healthcare for populations affected by armed conflict, violence, natural disasters, disease, famine, poverty and exclusion.

Our organization collaborates with partners and key stakeholders to implement projects that facilitate access to primary and secondary-level healthcare services to respond to the medical needs of displaced population.

DDD is the 16th member of the Doctors of the World International Network that is committed to meeting the health needs of vulnerable people globally.

Please visit www.dunyadoktorlari.org.tr to learn more.

Hierarchical & Functional links

Based in Syria - Idleb head office the HR Manager reports directly t to the Country Director. S/he manages directly the HR Team in Syria.

EXPECTED PROFILE

Knowledge & Qualification

· Bachelor’s degree (BA) in Human Resources or a relevant field.

Experience

· At least 5-10 years of Managerial professional experience in HR for international INGOs

Languages

· Required: Arabic (oral and written)

· English (oral and written)

· Turkish Language is a plus

IT & Equipment

· Good proficiency with Microsoft package

Essential Duties

· Representation

· Payroll Implementation and Follow up

· HR Policies

· Capacity Building

· Training

· Translation and Language Classes

· Team Management

· Reporting

RESPONSIBILITIES

Representation

· Work as the direct interlocutor of DDD towards Syrian authorities, for all issues related to work/residency status for foreign staff (Syrian and expatriate); this position is assisted by the HR officers and assistants for all administrative procedures.

· Participate actively to HR Group meetings.

Payroll Implementation and Follow Up

· Supervise and coordinate the implementation and follow up of payroll for all staff contracts in Syria.

· Responsible for the flow of information with Finance and Legal departments for all matters related to payroll (work contract, overtime, advances, etc.) according to existing SOP.

HR policies

· Participate in developing and implementing HR policies within the Syrian context.

· Responsible for the staff knowledge, understanding and complying with HR policies.

· Organize monthly HR meetings to introduce and explain policies that are/will be implemented.

Capacity building

· Provide capacity buildings/training for implementing partners organization on administration and Human Resources Management.

· Define priorities and action plan coordination with the Country Director

· Follow up and progress reporting on the actions being taken.

Training

· Responsible for on-the-job training of the HR department’s staff.

· Supervise and participate to monthly induction meeting.

· Supervise the implementation of the training plan for staff

Translation and Language Classes

· Ensure the management and prioritization of translation requests to Arabic and English.

· Ensure the progressive increase of knowledge and practice of English as a working language throughout.

Team Management

· Define with your team members its action plan and deadlines for reaching goals.

· Conduct team meeting, individual meeting and individual appraisal.

Reporting

· Provide regular reporting to the country Director and Functional reporting to the HR Coordinator, as required.

Compliance & Ethics

Promote and encourage a culture of compliance and ethics throughout Dünya Doktorları Derneği. As applicable to the position, maintains a clear understanding of Dünya Doktorları Derneği and donor compliance and ethics standards and adheres to those standards. Conducts work with the highest level of integrity. Communicates these values to staff and to partners and requires them to adhere to these values.

Prevention of Sexual Exploitation and Abuse

Actively promote PSEA (Prevention of Sexual Exploitation and Abuse) standards within Dünya Doktorları Derneği and amongst beneficiaries served by Dünya Doktorları Derneği.

NB:

Considering the purpose and values of the organisation, DDD requests to its employee complete flexibility in term of duties and commitment, as their job description and job title can be adjusted throughout the year according to needs and priorities.

Applications will be reviewed on a rolling basis.Please be advised that female candidates are highly encouraged.

Dünya Doktorları Derneği is an equal opportunity employer whereby we ensure all hiring and employment decisions, and operates all programs, services, and functions without the practices that discriminate against any person employed or seeking employment based on race, colour, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, national or ethnic origin, age, marital status, disability, genetic information or any other status or characteristic protected under applicable law.

How to Apply:

Please apply with your CV and motivation letter in ENGLISH through our website

Closure Date: 15.01.2026

Due to the urgency to fill this post, DDD reserves the right to review the CVs on a rolling basis and selected candidates may be interviewed prior to the closing dates listed, therefore early applications are encouraged.
DDD is not in a position to respond to every applicant individually due to the anticipated high number of applications.
Please note that only short-listed candidates will be contacted for the first interview.

Any offer made to the candidate in relation to this vacancy notice is subject to funding confirmation.

General Information
DDD retains the discretion to re-advertise the vacancy, to cancel the recruitment, to offer a contract with a modified job description or for a different duration, or to offer a contract at a lower grade.

How to apply

How to Apply:

Please apply with your CV and motivation letter in ENGLISH through our website

Due to the urgency to fill this post, DDD reserves the right to review the CVs on a rolling basis and selected candidates may be interviewed prior to the closing dates listed, therefore early applications are encouraged.
DDD is not in a position to respond to every applicant individually due to the anticipated high number of applications.
Please note that only short-listed candidates will be contacted for the first interview.

Any offer made to the candidate in relation to this vacancy notice is subject to funding confirmation.

General Information
DDD retains the discretion to re-advertise the vacancy, to cancel the recruitment, to offer a contract with a modified job description or for a different duration, or to offer a contract at a lower grade.