Leading the Journey to Freedom and Reintegration

This is an outlines the vital objectives and strategic framework for the Syria Detainee Fund project: “Freeing & Reintegrating Syrian Detainees.” The leadership will be instrumental in providing a lifeline to released Syrian detainees who have endured immense hardship, guiding their journey towards reunification with their families and reintegration into society through meaningful opportunities.

The proposal underscores the urgent need to support this vulnerable population by establishing a comprehensive database, facilitating family reunification, and empowering their reintegration through job placement and small business funding. The role will be pivotal in translating this compassionate vision into tangible support and lasting impact on the lives of released detainees.

The core responsibilities will encompass:

• Strategic Direction and Oversight: Guiding all phases of the project, ensuring alignment with the goals of database creation, family reunification, and successful reintegration.
• Team Leadership and Coordination: Building and managing a dedicated team, including database developers, field workers, family reunification specialists, job placement officers, and business mentors.
• Database Development and Management: Overseeing the development, security, and effective utilization of the comprehensive detainee database.
• Data Collection and Network Building: Establishing efficient data collection protocols, training field workers, and building strong partnerships with local organizations and community networks.
• Family Reunification Coordination: Leading the efforts to identify family connections, establish communication channels, provide logistical support for reunification, and ensure the provision of psychosocial support.
• Reintegration Program Development and Implementation: Establishing and managing the job placement program (including partnerships with businesses) and the small business grant program (including application processes and mentorship).
• Vocational Training and Skill-Building Initiatives: Developing and overseeing the implementation of relevant vocational training and skill-building workshops.
• Fundraising Strategy Implementation: Collaborating with the fundraising team to implement the online donation platform, crowdfunding campaigns, and partnership development efforts.
• Stakeholder Engagement: Building and maintaining strong relationships with released detainees, their families, local businesses, NGOs, and potential funding partners.
• Monitoring and Evaluation: Establishing and managing a robust M&E system to track project activities, outputs, and outcomes, and to assess the impact of reintegration programs.
• Financial Management and Reporting: Ensuring transparent and accountable management of project funds and providing regular financial reports to stakeholders and donors.

The ability to lead with empathy, build strong relationships, manage complex operations, and ensure the effective delivery of support services will be crucial to the success of the SDF. By guiding released detainees towards healing, reconnection, and renewed purpose, you will be making a profound difference in their lives and contributing to the long-term stability and well-being of Syrian society. We have full confidence in your capacity to lead this vital undertaking.

Investing in Hope and New Beginnings

Project Title: Syria Detainee Fund : Restoring Lives, Rebuilding Communities

Vision: To provide comprehensive support for released Syrian detainees, enabling their reunification with families and successful reintegration into society as empowered and contributing members.

The Opportunity: Released Syrian detainees have endured immense suffering and face significant challenges in rebuilding their lives. Your compassionate investment in the Syria Detainee Fund will provide them with the essential resources and opportunities needed to heal, reconnect, and thrive.

Why Invest in the Syria Detainee Fund?

• Directly Supporting a Vulnerable Population: Your contribution will directly impact the lives of released detainees, offering them a lifeline of hope and practical assistance.
• Facilitating Healing and Family Restoration: By supporting family reunification and psychosocial support, you will be helping to heal deep wounds and rebuild fractured family bonds.
• Empowering Economic Independence: Job placement and small business grants will provide detainees with the means to support themselves and contribute to the economic recovery of their communities.
• Building a More Just and Inclusive Society: Successful reintegration of former detainees is crucial for fostering reconciliation and building a more inclusive and stable Syrian society.
• Demonstrating Compassion and Solidarity: Your support sends a powerful message of solidarity to those who have suffered, offering them hope for a brighter future.