As Country Director, you are responsible for developing and managing an impact oriented country programme that generates a relevant contribution to the development of the country. Taking into account the specific challenges of Afghanistan you steer the program. You are leading the WHH team in the country, considering the global WHH strategy (2025-2030), the organisational mandate, and WHH quality standards. You will ensure WHH is recognized as a competent partner in relevant humanitarian and development policy dialogues, and play an active role in Welthungerhilfe's global leadership team.
Responsibilities: Overall responsibility for development, implementation and adaptation of the country strategy; ensure sound financial management of allocated funds; ensure acquisition and diversification of funding from private and institutional donors; ensure setup of country structures and processes adhering to WHH procedures and quality standards with special attention to security management; manage expatriate and national project staff and ensure compliance with security regulations; position WHH in the country context, maintain and expand cooperation with national and international partners; engage in regular exchange with Head Office in Bonn and other Country Offices; observe, analyse and report on relevant trends in Afghanistan; update and ensure application of preparedness plan for disasters and crises.
Profile: University degree in International Development Cooperation, Humanitarian Aid, Management, Geography, Agricultural Sciences or legal background; at least 8 years of project management and leadership experience in international humanitarian aid and development cooperation, preferably in Afghanistan or the region; excellent HR management skills, cultural sensitivity and negotiation skills; coordination and organisational skills under high workload; sound experience in security and crisis management; experience in localization and working with partner organizations in restricted contexts; readiness to receive necessary vaccinations for travel; very good command of English, German an asset.
Initial contract duration of two years with good prospects for extension, employment location Kabul, Afghanistan.
Closing date: September 15, 2026
HOW TO APPLY:
Please send your application via the online recruiting system by September 15, 2026. Contact person: Sarah Liem-Hartmann. Apply online: https://www.welthungerhilfe.org/jobs