Lebanon - Emergency program coordinator (M/F)
About us:
Desired start date: 01/06/2026
Duration of the mission: 15/08/2026
Location: Beirut and Saida
SOLIDARITES INTERNATIONAL (SI) is an international humanitarian aid association which, since more than 40 years, has been providing assistance to populations affected by armed conflicts and natural disasters by meeting their basic needs for food, water and shelter. Particularly committed to the fight against diseases linked to unsafe water, the leading cause of death in the world, SI's interventions provide expertise in the field of access to drinking water, sanitation and hygiene promotion, but also in the essential area of food security and livelihoods. Present in 26 countries, the SI teams - 3200 people in total, made up of expatriates, national staff, permanent staff at HQ, and a few volunteers - intervene with professionalism and commitment while respecting cultural norms.
About the mission:
Lebanon is suffering from a massive and complex humanitarian crisis. More than 1 million individuals are displaced and hundreds of thousands remain in hard-to-reach areas of the South where services and supplies are less and less available.
SI is supporting both population groups. Support is provided to IDPs in collective sites through WASH, Shelter and Food Security interventions. Communities in hard-to-reach areas are supported through emergency distributions organized through convoys.
At the same time, the acute needs of IDPs and conflict-affected communities intertwines with the needs of Syrian refugees. SI keeps supporting all population groups through humanitarian and longer-term interventions.
About the job:
General objective:
In South Lebanon the humanitarian situation remains an emergency one, with heavy displacement and several areas characterized by access constraints. SI is implementing different emergency projects, all short-term and all needing rapid implementation to ensure credibility towards donors to have longer-term opportunities. The Programmes team in the South and in the MEAL Department are small and needs supervision.
The main challenges: Ensure full and quality implementation of the emergency projects (distributions, cash aspects) in the South, ensure adequate MEAL planning and implementation for the emergency projects at large (North included).
Your profile:
Education / academic background: Bachelor's degree in Relevant Field
Technical skills:
1. Very solid programme and project cycle management skills
2. Strong staff management skills
3. Proven knowledge of core SI MEAL practices and standards
4. Experience in FSL intervention desirable
Transversal skills:
1. Highly organized with the ability to prioritize multi tasks effectively
2. Experience in management of diverse teams
3. Able to work autonomously, with strong time-management skills
4. Excellent communication skills (written and verbal)
5. Strong team Management and teamwork abilities
6. Ability to perform effectively under pressure and in challenging context
7. Detail-oriented and solution-oriented
Language:
English mandatory.
Arabic a strong asset.
SI will offer you:
A salaried position:
According to experience, starting from EUR 2860 gross per month (2600 base salary + 10% annual leave allowance paid monthly) and a monthly Per Diem of USD 750.
SI also covers accommodation costs and travel expenses between the expatriate's country of origin and the place of assignment.
Breaks: During the assignment, a system of alternation between work and time off is implemented at the rate of 7 working days every three months (with a USD 850 break allowance, allocated by Sl). To these breaks periods, SI grants one (1) additional rest day per month worked.
Insurance package: Expatriates benefit from an insurance package which refunds all healthcare expenses (including medical and surgical expenses, dental care and ophthalmological expenses, repatriation) and a welfare system including war risks. Essential vaccination and antimalarial treatment costs are refunded.
LIVING CONDITIONS: Guesthouse in both Beirut and Saida. Private room with bathroom. Big common area and balcony. Functioning Wi-fi. Proximity with restaurants, supermarkets in Saida.
The position is based 50% of the time in Saida, where security has been generally fine since the ceasfire of April 17. However, in areas South of Saida district security is shaky due to frequent IDF air, drone and artillery strikes. Beirut has been more stable since April 17 but in case of escalations airstrikes can heavily affect the Southern Suburbs and potentially other areas.
How to apply:
Do you recognize yourself in this description? If yes, please send us your CV and cover letter :Déposer votre candidature - SOLIDARITÉS INTERNATIONAL:
https://www.solidarites.org/fr/depuis-1980/travailler-avec-nous/offres-emploi/deposer-votre-candidature/?jobId=PA3FK026203F3VBQB6G8N8NVU-115011&langCode=fr_FR
Please note that CV-only applications will not be considered, and that the vacancy may close before the deadline.
Thank you for your understanding.