Lebanon
Programme Coordinator MENA (m/f/d), Lebanon
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Posted 15 Sep 2026 Closing date 30 Sep 2026
The German Red Cross (GRC) is part of a worldwide community assisting victims of conflicts and disasters and people affected by social or health related crises. The Red Cross / Red Crescent Movement provides vulnerable people with assistance without discrimination and adheres to the seven Fundamental Principles of the Movement: Humanity, Impartiality, Neutrality, Independence, Voluntary Service, Unity and Universality.
Our MissionWe provide needs-based, flexible, innovative and sustainable support to Sister National Societies, the International Committee of the Red Cross (ICRC), the International Federation of Red Cross and Red Crescent Societies (IFRC), and the wider humanitarian community. We enable early and immediate life-saving assistance and implement anticipatory action and risk-reducing activities, particularly in the face of climate change and armed conflicts and their humanitarian consequences. As a partner, facilitator and convener of cooperation, we strive to fulfil commitments to localization, community participation, protection and inclusion, gender and diversity, accountability, and learning. Through these efforts, we aim to build resilient communities and ensure effective and inclusive humanitarian responses in an increasingly complex global landscape.
GRC is currently seeking an experienced Programme Coordinator MENA (m/f/d) who will act as the primary regional programmatic function within the GRC Lebanon office, complemented by other regional support functions (disaster risk management, humanitarian engagement and support services). Together, these functions work in close coordination with the Head of Office Lebanon and GRC HQ to advance regional programmatic priorities and tasks identified by GRC country offices across the MENA region.
The delegate will support and advise GRC country teams in MENA in the design and implementation of their country programme portfolio and their partnership work with Sister National Societies. The overall objective of GRC projects in the MENA region is to assist and strengthen affected and vulnerable population groups and to increase the capacities of our Sister National Societies, maintaining close coordination and cooperation with all relevant partners of the RC/RC movement.
Starting date: January 2027
Duration: 24 months (with possible extension)
Location: Beirut / Lebanon, with frequent travels in the region
Main Duties & ResponsibilitiesOperational and Programmatic Support to GRC Country Teams:
Technical ExperienceRequired Competencies & Skills:
Personal Skills
What We OfferYou will be part of a highly motivated professional and multicultural team. We offer you a compensation package according to the collective employment agreement of the GRC, an expatriation allowance during your mission as well as accommodation. In addition to a full insurance package GRC is covering a home flight within a 12-months period of assignment. You will benefit from a comprehensive training package and receive briefings and coaching prior as well as during and after your mission. Medical check-ups and Psychosocial Support Service are included in your assignment.
How to apply
Kindly apply by submitting your application by using the GRC online application system until 30. September , 2026 end of the day (23:59 CET).The GRC is committed to safeguarding and to a zero-tolerance approach to sexual exploitation, abuse and harassment (SEAH), and other types of misconduct. All staff are expected to uphold the highest standards of conduct and to protect the rights, dignity, and well-being of the people we serve and work with. Safeguarding responsibilities are integrated into all roles, and all personnel are required to adhere to our rules of conduct and safeguarding policies.Recruitment is subject to satisfactory reference and background checks. By submitting an application, candidates acknowledge and agree to provide the requested information and to undergo the relevant checks.Please note that due to the travel and visa regulations and the guidelines of our partners in the Red Cross and Red Crescent Movement certain vaccinations are required for this delegate position. Candidates on the short-list for this position will be asked to disclose their vaccination status.We point out that the selection and nomination processes for this international delegate position may demand that information concerning your person be shared with involved Red Cross and Red Crescent Movement partners (IFRC, ICRC, National Society). This may include transmission into countries that do not apply data protection standards comparable to those of the European Union.Programme Coordinator MENA (m/f/d), Lebanon | German Red Cross International | 1045Job details
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