As Country Representative for Lebanon and Syria, you will represent our humanitarian organisation and provide strategic leadership for our operations in both countries. Guided by the Fundamental Principles of the Red Cross/Red Crescent Movement, our mission is to prevent and alleviate human suffering, protect life and dignity, and support vulnerable communities affected by crises and conflicts.
The purpose of the Country Representative (CoRep) is to oversee general management of humanitarian response and programmes in Lebanon and Syria. The CoRep will ensure operations and projects are delivered to a high technical standard in line with AutRC, donor, and international best practices. The CoRep is responsible for strong coordination with the RC/RC National Societies and other Movement Partners in the countries.
COUNTRY REPRESENTATIVE FOR LEBANON AND SYRIA
TEMPORARY CONTRACT 1 YEAR
Aufgabengebiet
* Represent the Austrian Red Cross (AutRC) towards the Lebanese Red Cross (LRC), Syrian Arab Red Crescent (SARC), ICRC, IFRC, and other Movement partners, as well as external stakeholders. Actively participate in Movement coordination meetings and foster constructive relationships with relevant partners and institutions.
* In close cooperation with the Host National Societies (HNSs), lead the development of an AutRC country programme strategy aligned with identified needs, the AutRC International Cooperation Strategy, and the strategic frameworks of the Red Cross and Red Crescent Movement.
* Coordinate and collaborate with Movement partners and lead the management of strategic partnerships to ensure coherence, complementarity, and mutual accountability.
* Identify strategic programmatic opportunities and provide leadership in the formulation of project proposals and budgets, ensuring alignment with donor and Movement priorities.
* Ensure sound financial supervision, quality control, and effective monitoring of AutRC-supported programmes. Provide regular progress and financial reports to AutRC Headquarters.
* Promote innovation, introduce best practices, and support continuous learning to enhance programmatic and operational performance.
* Ensure an adequate and effective security framework for the AutRC in Lebanon under the umbrella of the LRC security management system.
* Lead and manage the AutRC teams in Lebanon and Syria, ensuring effective communication, coordination, and staff development in line with organisational values and principles.
Profil
* Minimum five years of international humanitarian and/or development experience at programme management level, ideally with a Red Cross/Red Crescent Society, IFRC, ICRC, or similar NGO
* Degree or diploma in development studies, project management, or a related field
* Strong project and financial management skills, including budgeting and budget control
* Experience in the MENA region is an asset
* Excellent English; German and/or Arabic is an advantage
* Experienced in managing and supporting multicultural teams
* Team player, culturally sensitive, able to work under pressure in complex environments
* Highly motivated by humanitarian and development work, with strong respect for diversity
Wir bieten
* Job location: Beirut
* Start of employment: November 2025
* Duration: 1 year
* Working time: full-time/All-In
* Compensation: min € 5.215,50 (gross/month) depending on qualification and experience
* Accommodation is provided
Kontakt:
Austrian Red Cross, Generalsekretariat
Wiedner Hauptstraße 32,1040 Wien