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German Red Cross International

German Red Cross International
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Beirut
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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 Mission:
We 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.

Regional Support Service Delegate (m/f/d) MENA

The GRC is currently seeking an experienced Regional Support Service Delegate (m/f/d) MENA, based in Beirut, Lebanon.

The Support Service Delegate will be responsible for the financial, logistic and administrative management of the GRC MENA Office in Beirut in its support role to GRC country offices. We currently work in seven countries in the MENA region supporting our Sister National Societies. The Delegate will be part of an experienced team of international and national staff in Beirut supported by GRC headquarters in Berlin, Germany.

Starting date: as soon as possible

Duration: 12 months with possible extension

Location: Beirut, Lebanon, with very frequent travels in the MENA region

Main duties & responsibilities:

The main responsibility is securing the financial, logistic and administrative management of the GRC MENA office and its support to the GRC country offices.

  • Overall responsibility of the finance, procurement- and administrative management of GRC offices - as per distribution of tasks among team members as well as leading the coordination among finance, procurement and administration functions at GRC MENA Office level.
  • Ensure that all procedures and reports comply with GRC and donor standards and specifications (German Federal Foreign Office, Federal Ministry for Economic Cooperation and Development (BMZ) and EU/ECHO), including regular monitoring and support missions to the concerned countries.
  • Responsibility for HR management at GRC MENA Office level as assigned and capacity development of finance and logistics staff (e.g., trainings and capacity building missions) as well as contribute to increased ownership and expertise in financial and procurement management at GRC country office and MENA Office level.
  • Apply risk management in financial and procurement matters, implement anti-fraud and anti-corruption procedures in close cooperation with the GRC MENA country offices and GRC HQ.
  • Represent GRC and liaise with IFRC, ICRC and other Red Cross Movement partners on financial, admin and logistic matters.

Required Competencies & Skills:

  • Academic training in economics, financial management, or another relevant field.
  • Minimum of 3 years of working experience in bookkeeping, accounting and procurement in the field of international humanitarian / development cooperation.
  • Minimum of 5 years’ sound working experience in financial reporting and administration and/or logistics.
  • Working knowledge of donor requirements (Federal Foreign Office, BMZ, ECHO)
  • Excellent computer skills in MS office and Microsoft Dynamics 365 Finance & Operations Module and project management.
  • Project cycle management experience is a strong asset for this role
  • Work experience within the Red Cross / Red Crescent Movement is a strong asset. Good understanding of the different elements of the Red Cross / Red Crescent Movement, in particular the global response tools of IFRC and ICRC and strong ability and agreement to adhere to the Red Cross / Red Crescent Fundamental Principles
  • Willingness to travel extensively to GRC project countries, including crisis contexts and areas with a tense security situation at short notice.
  • Excellent communication skills, the ability to communicate clearly and effectively and build relationships at all levels, considering cultural and language differences
  • Oral and written fluency in English. Arabic or German are a strong asset.
  • Ability to work effectively in multi-cultural environments
  • Ability to complete a thorough medical screening process 'working abroad under specific climate and health conditions'
  • Valid international driving license

What we offer you:

You 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 the 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.

Kindly apply by submitting your application by using the GRC online application system until 19.01.2026

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.

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