Country Director - Syria Country Program

Set the strategic direction for humanitarian operations in Syria.

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Overview

Set the strategic direction for humanitarian operations in Syria.

You have:

  • Graduate degree in a relevant field preferred.
  • At least 12 years of dynamically responsible international work experience, including leadership at the Country Director level.
  • Experience working in conflict/post-conflict or disaster response situation.
  • Professional fluency in written and spoken English. Arabic is a preferred asset.
  • Demonstrated success in program oversight, donor compliance, and strategic fundraising, particularly with US and European donors.
  • Skilled in navigating complex ethical, security, and operational challenges in dynamic contexts.
  • Strong communicator with experience representing organizations to donors, partners, media, and senior stakeholders.
  • Deep understanding of the MENA region and ability to lead in politically sensitive environments.

Potential interview questions

What strategies would you implement to ensure high-quality programs in Syria? This question assesses your strategic planning abilities and contextual understanding. Discuss specific methods of program implementation and monitoring.
Can you provide an example of how you handled a conflict within a multicultural team? This question evaluates your conflict resolution skills and intercultural competence. Pro members can see the explanation.
How do you prioritize safety and security in humanitarian operations? Pro members can see the explanation. Pro members can see the explanation.
What steps would you take to develop partnerships with local organizations? Pro members can see the explanation. Pro members can see the explanation.
Describe a successful fundraising campaign you led. What were the outcomes? Pro members can see the explanation. Pro members can see the explanation.
How do you ensure compliance with donor requirements? Pro members can see the explanation. Pro members can see the explanation.
What is your experience in managing remote teams effectively? Pro members can see the explanation. Pro members can see the explanation.
How would you handle a rapidly changing situation in a conflict zone? Pro members can see the explanation. Pro members can see the explanation.
Added 1 year ago - Updated 6 months ago - Source: rescue.org