INGO Forum Director – Sudan

About the role

The INGO Forum Director will lead the coordination of international non‑governmental organisations (INGOs) operating in Sudan. Based in Port Sudan, the role involves extensive travel across the country and to regional hubs such as Nairobi to ensure effective humanitarian access and advocacy.

Key responsibilities

• Lead the INGO Forum’s participation in the Humanitarian Country Team (HCT) and Inter‑Cluster Coordination Group (ICCG).
• Co‑lead the Humanitarian Access Working Group with OCHA, addressing access barriers and bureaucratic challenges.
• Drive collective advocacy through the Advocacy Working Group and engage donors, government authorities, and UN agencies.
• Facilitate information sharing among Forum members and external partners to improve operational alignment.
• Provide strategic guidance on access‑related matters, document trends, and develop best‑practice recommendations.

Required profile

• Proven senior‑level experience in humanitarian coordination or large‑scale NGO management.
• Strong understanding of the Sudanese humanitarian context, including conflict dynamics and access constraints.
• Excellent stakeholder engagement skills with governments, UN agencies, donors, and civil‑society actors.
• Ability to travel frequently within Sudan and to regional locations.

Required skills