Country Director

Medair · Syria

Organization
Medair
Location
Syria
Organization type
International NGO
Contract
Job
Position type
International staff (expat)
Posted
10 November 2026
Deadline
4 December 2026 24 days left

Job details

Experience required
5 years minimum
Education
Bachelor's degree
Languages
English (required)

excerpts from the official posting

As the the leader of Medair's country programme, the Country Director provides overall leadership and strategic direction for Medair’s programme and support functions in-country. The role represents Medair externally, manages donor relationships, ensures programme quality and compliance, and oversees staff wellbeing…

Main responsibilities

  • Portfolio Management: Oversee delivery of Medair’s country programme, ensuring effective and principled delivery of quality services for affected populations. Lead the…
  • External Representation: Represent Medair to the humanitarian, community, authorities & donors. Actively participate in coordination fora. Develop and maintain…
  • Financial Management: Support budgeting, maintain oversight of spending and grant management. Ensure appropriate compliance and controls are in place to mitigate risks…
  • Team Leadership & Culture: Line-manage senior staff; promote a supportive, accountable, and inclusive work environment; ensure effective communication, performance…

Profile

  • University degree in Management, Development Studies, Business Administration, Public Health or a relevant technical field.
  • At least 5 years of post-qualification experience in senior management within humanitarian or development settings.
  • Minimum 3 years of experience working overseas in complex emergencies, including donor and government liaison.

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