Head of Base/Programme Manager for BML and Bekaa – Lebanon At INTERSOS

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Head of Base/Programme Manager for BML and Bekaa – Lebanon

INTERSOS is an independent humanitarian organization that assists the victims of natural disasters, armed conflicts and exclusion. Its activities are based on the principles of solidarity, justice, human dignity, equality of rights and opportunities, respect for diversity and coexistence, paying special attention to the most vulnerable people.

Terms of reference

Job Title: Head of Base/Programme Manager for BML and Bekaa

Code: SR-34-10164

Duty station: Beirut with frequent travel to Bekaa

Starting date: 15/06/2026

Contract duration: 6.5 months

Reporting to: Head of Mission

Functional Supervisor: Head of Programme

Supervision of: Project Managers, Protection Manager, MEAL Officer and Security Officer

Type of Duty Station: Non-family duty station

General context of the project

INTERSOS is an international non-profit humanitarian organization founded in 1992. It works towards a world of equality, justice, peace, and solidarity. To achieve this, INTERSOS supports people in living with dignity and safety, alleviating suffering and responding to their needs.

The mission of INTERSOS is to support people, families, and communities in areas most affected by crises around the world, providing essential assistance to populations in life-threatening situations, including those affected by famine, extreme poverty, disasters, and conflict.

INTERSOS began working in Lebanon in 2006 to support populations affected by the Lebanese-Israeli war. Since 2013, it has been assisting vulnerable populations impacted by the Syrian crisis, including Syrian refugees and Lebanese host communities, delivering protection, shelter, WASH, and education assistance. Currently, INTERSOS is responding to the ongoing escalation of hostilities with Israel through emergency protection, shelter, and WASH interventions. INTERSOS operates from three main bases—South (Tyre), Bekaa (Zahle), and Beirut and Mount Lebanon (Beirut)—as well as a shared office in the North, covering all governorates in Lebanon.

General purpose of the position

The position includes two main components: programme management of INTERSOS’ portfolio in the Mount Lebanon and Bekaa areas. This entails overseeing projects implemented at base level, with programme delivery supported by dedicated programme teams (led by Project Managers), and supervising functional roles responsible for the technical quality of programmes (Protection Manager) and monitoring and evaluation (MEAL Officer).In terms of programme management, the Programme Manager is responsible for overall management, including the financial administration of projects, and for overseeing the full implementation cycle, ensuring the achievement of objectives and results.

As part of the mission Senior Management Team (SMT), s/he will be responsible for identifying funding opportunities and emerging needs, contributing to project design and proposal development, and representing INTERSOS in coordination mechanisms/forums at subnational level and with stakeholders at area level.

Any additional tasks strictly related to the role and necessary for the implementation of activities may also be assigned.

Main responsibilities and tasks:

Programme Management

  • Ensures effective planning, implementation, monitoring, and evaluation of programmes at base level, including the timely delivery of project activities in line with targets set in project documents
  • Ensures sound financial management of projects, in compliance with INTERSOS standards and donor regulations.
  • Conducts regular meetings with programme and support staff (as needed) to follow up on implementation, review targets against achievements, identify gaps, and define necessary adjustments.

Team Management & Human Resources

  • Ensures effective management and coordination of project teams, including coordination across multiple projects within the area of intervention.
  • Conducts regular performance appraisals of supervised staff in line with internal regulations.
  • Ensures timely recruitment of national staff in coordination with relevant support departments, in accordance with INTERSOS policies.
  • Ensures adherence to INTERSOS rules, regulations, Code of Conduct, and ethical values.
  • Identifies and proposes capacity-building opportunities for national staff, maintaining oversight and reporting on trainings conducted and attended.

Financial Management

  • Prepares and regularly updates financial plans.
  • Verifies and approves purchases and payments in line with the budget and procurement plan.
  • Regularly reviews bookkeeping entries in INTERSOS accounting systems, ensuring correct budget allocation, expenditure tracking, and alignment with financial plans.
  • Verifies expenditure lists prior to submission of interim and final financial reports.
  • Holds final responsibility for the verification of all supporting documentation.

Monitoring, Evaluation and Reporting

  • Ensures timely, high-quality reporting on project activities in line with donor and INTERSOS requirements, including analysis of impact at individual and community levels.
  • Provides regular updates to the Head of Mission and Head of Programme on projects progress and any identified challenges, including achievements against targets, using INTERSOS monitoring tools (PAT).
  • In coordination with the MEAL department, ensures the development of Monitoring and Evaluation plans and the implementation of MEAL activities for projects implemented at base level.

Project and Area Strategy, Reporting and Planning

  • Contributes to the development of new projects and the overall programme strategy for the area of intervention.
  • Ensures high-quality inputs for monthly, interim, and final reports are submitted for projects implemented at base level, in line with donor requirements.
  • Ensures a comprehensive vision of interventions in the area, strengthening complementarity across projects.
  • Closely collaborates with the Head of Base / Programme Manager for South to align interventions across different areas of implementation, in particular for projects implemented across bases/multiple areas of intervention.

Coordination and Representation

  • Establishes and manages relationships with relevant stakeholders, including local authorities, and partners.
  • Ensures INTERSOS representation in relevant coordination forums at area level.
  • Actively participates in working groups and coordination mechanisms.
  • Engages in bilateral coordination with INGOs and NGOs to ensure complementarity, avoid duplication, and strengthen referral pathways.
  • Ensures regular information sharing and coordination with the Head of Programme, Senior Management Team (SMT) members and other relevant colleagues.

Base and Security Management

  • Oversees coordination of support functions at base level.
  • Ensures integration between programme and support departments through regular base management meetings and follow-up on action points.
  • Oversees security management at base level in coordination with the Security and Liaison Officer, Security and Liaison Manager, and Head of Mission.
  • Ensures regular updates of the Comprehensive Planning Process (CPP) and other relevant security guidelines and manuals for the BML and Bekaa base, as required by the Head of Mission.
  • Contributes to the implementation of risk mitigation measures outlined in the CPP.

Required profile and experience:

  • Master’s degree in humanitarian action, development studies, or a related field.
  • At least 6 years of experience in humanitarian assistance, including a minimum of 2 years of international relief and emergency experience in senior positions (Field Coordination/Programme Manager experience desirable) within a multicultural environment, preferably in emergency settings.
  • Previous experience in the Middle East region and/or with INTERSOS (desirable).
  • Experience in conflict and post-conflict contexts, including support to emergency response, as well as access and security analysis and management.
  • High level of planning and organizational skills, with the ability to manage multiple activities and meet tight deadlines.
  • Very good interpersonal and communication skills, with the ability to negotiate on complex issues.
  • Strong problem-solving and decision-making skills.
  • Strategic vision.
  • Results-driven.
  • Strong leadership skills, with the ability to develop and motivate staff.
  • Respect for INTERSOS policies and procedures.
  • Fluency in English, spoken and written.
  • Knowlege of Arabic is considered an asset.
  • Strong teamwork skills.
  • Proactive and able to take initiative.
  • Respect for diverse cultures, with sensitivity to cultural differences and the ability to work effectively in multicultural environments.
  • High level of flexibility and adaptability, and stress resilience.
  • Strong humanitarian motivation, and commitment to humanitarian principles and INTERSOS values.

General conditions and benefits:

  • Salary range: grade 12 – 3.690€ – 4.245€ monthly gross
  • Accommodation: House Allowance
  • R&R: Not Applicable
  • Annual Leave: 2.5 days per month
  • Medical insurance for the staff
  • Transportation and visa: Round-trip flights. For missions lasting at least 9 months, an additional flight ticket to the Country of residence and return to the mission will also be provided.
  • Induction: one week of online induction before the deployment

How to apply

HOW TO APPLY:

Interested candidates are invited to apply following the link below:

Lavora con noi – Field

Please note that our application process is made of 3 quick steps: register (including your name, email, password and citizenship), sign-up and apply by attaching your CV in PDF format. Through the platform, candidates will be able to track their applications’ history with INTERSOS.

Please also mention the name, position and contact details of at least three references: two line managers and one HR referent. Family members are to be excluded.

Only short-listed candidates will be contacted for the first interview.