Country Director (Lebanon)

About Us:Levant7 is a development firm specializing in ground-based research and program implementation in areas of the world enmeshed in – or transitioning out of – crisis. Our team of development professionals has a wide array of experience in complex environments, having worked for governmental and non-governmental agencies. Our primary clients include USAID, State Department and International NonGovernmental Organizations.  By employing community-based solutions, our programs focus on civil-society and governance; stabilization and transition; countering violent extremism; capacity building; and research and evaluation methods that account for the challenges of populations in crisis. Our teams of professionals work out of Levant7’s global offices in Beirut, Kabul, and Washington, DC. Objective: Join Levant7’s senior executive management team and lead the development of its Middle East project and business development. The Country Director will lead the overall country office management, including, but not limited to, business development, strategy development, project cycle management, supervision of technical, logistics and administrative departments and HR management.  Key ResponsibilitiesBusiness Development - Oversee the organizations business development strategy, including identifying resource requirements, researching funding sources, establishing strategies to approach funders, submitting proposals, pitching to donors and administrating business development records and documentation. Develop and manage a regional business development strategy. Program Management – Oversee project managers and ensure quality control of technical and financial aspects of projects throughout project life-cycles. When necessary actively participate in project execution. Administrative Duties – In coordination with the COO and financial management teams, effectively manage organization and donor resources according to a set budget guidelines, in compliance with current laws and donor regulations. Human Resources - Oversees the recruitment, training, and development of a growing team of project managers and analysts. Maintain a robust HR program and effectively manage your people according to authorized personnel policies and procedures. Desired Profile:• University Degree in International Development, Business, Economics, or even Interpretive Dance (what matters more is what you did with it)• Fluent in English and Arabic preferred. • Understanding of Lebanese and Middle Eastern donor market. • Strong written and oral communication skills. • Capable of travel frequently, often on short notice. • A solid grounding in development, finance, and economics preferred. Experience • Proven experience working with the Lebanese donor community. • Strong track record as a leader with excellent team building skills. • Experience running or ideally starting up a business or organization. • Proven ability to innovate and transform organizations. • Demonstrable track record with business development.