Deputy Country Director - Programmes

Starting Date / Initial Contract Details

September 2025, 12-months

Role Summary

With a focus on programming, manage all aspects of the implementation and development of the programme to facilitate the implementation of the country strategy. Provide leadership, strategic direction, management and evaluation of all aspects of the Medair programmes. Play a key role in external representation, programme coordination, programme development, quality improvements and team leadership.  

Project Overview 

The Lebanon programme is responding both to the Syrian refugee crisis and the impact of the deteriorating economic and humanitarian crisis across the country on Lebanese communities. Medair has projects in Health, Mental Health & Psychosocial Support, WASH, Basic Assistance, Shelter and GIS Mapping, working in governorates across the country. 

Workplace & Conditions

Field based position in Lebanon, in the Zahle office with some time in Beirut and other programme locations.   

• Lebanon offers a wide range of opportunities for exploring Lebanon’s heritage and nature.   

• The team lives in comfortable shared apartments located near the office.  

Take a look at Medair’s work in Lebanon. 

Responsibilities:

• Provide strategic leadership by contributing to country strategy, supporting proposal and report development, and occasionally deputising for the Country Director.

• Oversee programme implementation and planning, ensuring objectives, timelines, and budgets are met while promoting cross-team collaboration and integrated programming.

• Supervise financial and operational management from a programmes perspective, partnering with support leads to ensure compliance with donor requirements and strong internal systems.  

• Promote quality, accountability, and continuous improvement through strong feedback mechanisms, risk mitigation, and adherence to international standards.

• Manage and develop staff through effective leadership, coaching, and communication, fostering a supportive and collaborative team culture across the programme

Qualifications, Experience & Technical Competencies:

• University degree in relevant subject such as Management / Development Studies / Business Administration or in a relevant technical subject. 

• Language skills: Good English (spoken and written). Arabic a plus.  

• Post-qualification experience in a management position.

• Experience in a complex humanitarian emergency.

• Knowledge of Humanitarian Essentials, Sphere, CHS and other international humanitarian guidelines.

Behavioural Skills

• Advanced planning, assessment and analytical skills. Experience in training/mentoring staff. 

• Coaching and training skills. Good understanding of cross-cultural issues. 

• Excellent communicator. Problem solving ability. Good inter-personal and conflict resolution skills. 

• Strong organisational and time management skills. Good numerical and report writing skills. 

• Advanced leadership and management skills; ability to build trust and enforce procedures. 

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Team Spiritual Life

Reflect the values of Medair with team members, local staff, people we serve, and external contacts. Work, live, and pray together in our Christian faith-based teams. Fully contribute to a rich spiritual team life, including team devotion, prayer, and words of encouragement.

Before you apply

Please ensure you are fully aware of the:

1. Medair organisational values.

1. Medair is committed to safeguarding the protection of beneficiaries, volunteers, staff and partners, and particularly children. Therefore, we do not employ staff whose background we understand to be unsuitable for working with children. Medair staff are required to give the utmost respect to, and comply with, Medair’s accountability policies and best practices.

1. Medair Relief & Recovery Orientation Course (ROC) (which forms part of the recruitment selection process for field positions).

Application Process

To apply, go to this vacancy on our Medair page. Please do not make multiple applications. We will not review email applications. Only English-language applications / CVs will be reviewed.

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