Country Director, Yemen
Core
Lead the IRC's country program in Yemen, setting strategic direction, managing emergency response, and overseeing operations for approximately 120 staff and 400 incentive workers.
Role type
Senior leadership IC (Country Director)
Builds
Integrated humanitarian programs (health, nutrition, WASH, protection, cash) for vulnerable Yemenis including IDPs, refugees, and returnees.
Domain
Humanitarian aid / International Development
Required skills
Strategic leadership, stakeholder management, emergency response management, financial management, program quality assurance, geopolitical analysis, partnership development, team supervision, compliance management.
Preferred skills
Contextual analytical skills, network building, advocacy, cross-border collaboration.
Technologies
None stated
Responsibilities
Lead strategic representation with national authorities, donors, UN, and NGOs; oversee financial management and compliance systems; ensure program quality through monitoring and evaluation; manage emergency response readiness; coordinate with regional leadership; supervise senior management team.
Seniority
Senior, strategic leadership