MCC Representative – Lebanon, Syria & Iraq Program

About the role

The MCC Representative will provide primary, in‑country leadership for the Mennonite Central Committee’s Lebanon, Syria & Iraq (LSI) program, based in Beirut. The role oversees a multidisciplinary team, manages partner relationships, and ensures compliance with local regulations while supporting humanitarian, food security, livelihoods, health, education and peacebuilding projects.

Key responsibilities

• Lead the LSI program from the Beirut office, supervising a team of approximately 15 staff members.
• Develop and maintain relationships with local churches, civil‑society partners and other stakeholders.
• Oversee program administration, budgeting, reporting and compliance with governmental requirements.
• Coordinate travel and field activities, accounting for roughly 20% travel within the LSI region.
• Ensure program activities address the needs of local and displaced populations regardless of religion or sect.

Required profile

• Minimum education: BA/BSc or equivalent.
• International experience preferred; prior MCC experience is a plus.
• Demonstrated commitment to personal Christian faith, active church participation and non‑violent peacemaking.
• Ability to build trust, support staff facing oppression or sexual violence, and model organizational values.
• Successful completion of criminal background checks.

Required skills

• Microsoft Excel
• Microsoft Word
• Email programs and internet navigation