Country Director, Vanuatu

About the role

IsraAID, an international humanitarian aid organization founded in 2001, has been active in Vanuatu since 2015 after Tropical Cyclone Pam, expanding from emergency response into long-term programming in WASH, protection and health and nutrition. It is looking for a Country Director to lead the Vanuatu Country Office's projects and operations toward sustainability and growth, overseeing all operations in the country. The post is based in Port Vila, with frequent travel between the islands, and reports to the Director of Regions.

Key responsibilities

• Lead the country strategy, its implementation and review, and represent IsraAID in national, provincial and humanitarian coordination mechanisms
• Oversee programme planning, design, implementation, MEAL systems, and staff supervision and capacity development
• Manage the annual budget, financial reporting, inventory and compliance with donor and legal requirements
• Drive business development, proposal writing and grant management, including donor visits and meetings
• Lead country-level security and risk management, including emergency preparedness and response
• Maintain governance relations with the IsraAID Vanuatu Board and act as the main representative of IsraAID in Vanuatu

Required profile

• Master's degree in International Development, Humanitarian Affairs, Social Sciences, Public Health, Public Policy, Business Administration or a related field; equivalent education plus extensive senior leadership experience may be considered
• At least 8 years in humanitarian and/or international development, including 5 years in senior leadership or country management roles covering strategy, people management, budget oversight, donor engagement and organizational leadership
• Experience in emergency contexts, especially protection responses, and familiarity with IASC guidelines
• Experience designing, implementing and evaluating programmes, and substantial experience managing significant budgets
• Proven expertise in fundraising, proposal writing and grant management, including with institutional and UN donors
• Experience in Pacific island or geographically dispersed island settings is a strong advantage

Required skills

• Leadership of complex organizations and multicultural teams
• Strong organizational skills and ability to meet tight deadlines
• Professional fluency in written and spoken English
• Commitment to ethical standards, including codes of conduct against sexual exploitation and abuse and child exploitation