Lebanon National Reference Group (NRG) Coordinator

About the role

The Lebanon National Reference Group (NRG) Coordinator will manage the day‑to‑day operations of the NRG, a civil‑society‑led platform that supports localisation under the Grand Bargain. Working within Trócaire’s International Division, the coordinator will ensure the NRG remains locally led, inclusive, and effective in driving collective accountability.

Key responsibilities

• Coordinate and facilitate Core Group and Plenary meetings, including agenda setting, logistics and follow‑up on decisions.
• Implement the annual action plan, monitoring progress against milestones and reporting to members.
• Maintain regular communication with NRG members, donors, UN agencies, and public institutions.
• Represent the NRG externally when required, ensuring alignment with Grand Bargain commitments.
• Support capacity‑building activities for national and local NGOs participating in the platform.

Required profile

• Experience in humanitarian or development coordination, preferably within Lebanon or the wider Middle‑East.
• Strong understanding of the Grand Bargain, localisation principles and multi‑stakeholder platforms.
• Proven ability to facilitate meetings, manage group dynamics and drive consensus.
• Excellent written and verbal communication skills in English; Arabic is an advantage.

Required skills

• Project coordination and monitoring.
• Policy analysis and advocacy.
• Stakeholder relationship management.
• Facilitation and meeting management.

What we offer

• Opportunity to influence humanitarian localisation in Lebanon.
• Hybrid working environment within an international NGO.
• Collaboration with a diverse network of NGOs, UN agencies and donors.