Program Director

Save the Children is the leading independent organization creating lasting change in the lives of children in need around the world. Save the Children has been operating in Lebanon since 1999 and is recognized for its commitment to accountability, innovation and collaboration. Save the Children currently implements programs in Child Protection, Education, CRC and Emergency Response throughout Lebanon. Save the Children is seeking qualified candidates to the Program Director position for its Lebanon Country Office: Program Director As a member of the Senior Management Team, the Programme Director shares in the overall responsibility for the direction and coordination of the Country Office. The Programme Director in his/her capacity is responsible for implementation of all programming in country, grant management, emergency preparedness and response, and logistics during emergency response and for oversight and management of the Programme Development and Quality team for the Country Office in Lebanon. Job Requirements: 7 years management experience in an NGO environment, including significant field operations experience running both emergency and development programs Master’s degree in development or other social sciences Robust experience of NGO emergency program cycle management, and with experience of working within a complex and matrix organisation structure A very good understanding of at least 3 of the sectoral programs and a working knowledge of the program priorities of the Country Office Substantial knowledge in logistics, including procurement, supply chain, fleet management & inventory Significant knowledge of international humanitarian systems, institutions and donors, and of procedures, accountability frameworks and best practices in emergency management Substantial experience and knowledge of effective financial and budgetary control and securing and managing grants from major institutional donors Solid project management skills related to organisational development projects and international, cross-functional teams with a proven history of delivering results Ability to analyse information, evaluate options and to think and plan strategically An in-depth understanding of national and international development issues in particular in relation to children Previous experience of managing and developing a team and the ability to lead, motivate and develop others Excellent interpersonal, communication and presentation skills Fluency in written and spoken English and Arabic Ability and willingness to change work practices and hours, and work with incoming teams in the event of major emergencies Commitment to and understanding of Save the Children’s aims, values and principles including rights-based approaches