Country Director Yemen
Quick answer
ZOA is hiring a senior Country Director Yemen (Sana’a, Yemen) with a one-year appointment and possible extension, offering a dynamic working environment and strategic leadership roles.
- Role
- Country Director Yemen
- Organization
- ZOA
- Location
- Sana’a, Yemen
- Level
- Senior
- Compensation
- Competitive (international NGO context)
- Category
- Programs & Operations
The role
ZOA is seeking a Country Director Yemen to lead the country programme, manage operations, and ensure sustainable impact for communities affected by conflict and natural disasters.
What you'll do
- Provide inspiring and integral leadership to ZOA’s country office in Yemen
- Develop and implement ZOA Yemen’s Strategic Plan and Country Annual Plan
- Lead and supervise the Country Management Team
- Ensure programme quality, results, and impact
- Build and maintain strategic relationships with donors, local authorities, and partners
- Ensure transparent, accountable, and effective organisational systems
What it takes
- Completed university degree
- At least three years of relevant senior management experience
- Proven experience in integrated management
- Experience in donor relations and external representation
- Excellent written and spoken English, Arabic speaking is a plus
- Spiritual leadership and full alignment with ZOA’s vision, mission, and Christian values
What you'll bring
How we treat you
A one-year appointment with possible extension, close collaboration within an international executive leadership team, a dynamic working environment requiring regular travel
Frequently asked questions
Where is the job located?
The job is located in Sana’a, Yemen.
What is the compensation?
The compensation is competitive in the international NGO context.
What are the key qualifications required?
Key qualifications include a completed university degree, at least three years of relevant senior management experience, and proven experience in integrated management.
How do I apply?
Applications can be submitted via CVSelectie by 31 October 2026.
Is the job remote?
The job is not remote; it requires regular travel.
How to apply
Apply directly on ZOA's site. We link straight through — no resume parsing, no profile to fill out.
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