Country Director (National Position)
Quick answer
Near East Foundation is hiring a full-time Country Director (National Position) in Syria, with a preference for Syrian nationals, to lead the organization's work in the country and manage the transition to in-country management.
- Role
- Country Director (National Position)
- Organization
- Near East Foundation
- Location
- Syria
- Work setup
- On-site
- Level
- Senior
- Category
- Other
The role
The Country Director is responsible for leading NEF’s work in Syria, providing strategic direction, and ensuring program quality and impact. The role involves managing operations, finances, and partnerships, and leading the transition from remote to in-country management.
What you'll do
- Provide overall leadership of NEF’s program portfolio in Syria
- Ensure programs are responsive to evolving needs and grounded in local realities
- Lead the transition toward ensuring alignment between different operational areas
- Ensure strict adherence to all applicable sanctions frameworks, donor requirements, and NEF policies
- Oversee all country operations (HR, finance, procurement, logistics, IT)
- Ensure full implementation of safeguarding policies and reporting mechanisms
What it takes
- Minimum 8–12 years of experience in international development or humanitarian work
- Significant experience in senior leadership roles
- Proven experience working in complex, high-risk, or conflict-affected environments
- Strong experience managing donor-funded programs
- Bachelor’s degree in a relevant field (Master’s preferred)
- Experience in Syria or similar contexts strongly preferred
- Arabic language skills strongly preferred
- Experience working with institutional donors
What you'll bring
Frequently asked questions
Where is the job located?
The job is located in Syria.
What is the compensation?
Compensation is not specified in the job posting.
What are the key qualifications required?
Key qualifications include 8-12 years of experience in international development, senior leadership roles, and experience in complex, high-risk environments.
How do I apply?
Interested candidates should submit a cover letter, CV, and list of three references to the Near East Foundation's BambooHR portal by the application deadline.
How to apply
Apply directly on Near East Foundation's site. We link straight through — no resume parsing, no profile to fill out.
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