Country Director Sudan

About the role

Lead Welthungerhilfe’s country programme in Sudan, overseeing humanitarian assistance and long‑term development across multiple states. Provide strategic leadership in a complex, conflict‑affected environment while ensuring alignment with global strategy and standards.

Key responsibilities

• Provide overall strategic leadership and management of the country programme, ensuring high‑quality humanitarian and development interventions.
• Drive resource mobilization, diversify funding sources, and secure new donor partnerships.
• Lead and develop a senior management team, fostering a culture of accountability, learning and innovation.
• Maintain strong relationships with international, national and local partners, and represent WHH in relevant forums.
• Ensure effective risk management, security, safeguarding and business continuity.

Required profile

• Significant senior leadership experience in fragile and conflict‑affected contexts.
• Proven ability to lead large, multidisciplinary and geographically dispersed teams.
• Extensive experience managing integrated humanitarian and development portfolios.
• Strong track record in resource mobilization and business development.
• Full professional proficiency in English; Arabic is an asset.

What we offer

• Fair and transparent remuneration based on a salary scale.
• Commitment to safety, security and health with a strong duty of care.
• Modern, digital‑focused work environment encouraging innovation.
• Opportunities for personal and professional growth through diverse learning programs.