Senior Programme Manager (Lebanon)

About the role

DCAF's Middle East and North Africa entity is looking for a Senior Programme Manager for its Lebanon office, based in Beirut with travel across the country. Reporting to the Head of the Lebanon Office, the post oversees the Lebanese Armed Forces CIMIC project and supports the strategic development and coordination of DCAF's broader Lebanon programme, while giving technical and strategic advice on security sector governance and reform. The role is 100%, one year, starting as soon as possible.

Key responsibilities

• Lead the planning, implementation and monitoring of the LAF CIMIC project, in line with approved workplans, budgets and objectives.
• Support the Head of Office in the strategic development, coordination and oversight of the Lebanon programme, ensuring coherence across projects.
• Provide strategic and technical advice on security sector governance and reform, including context-specific approaches, methodologies and policy recommendations.
• Conduct political and institutional analysis to inform programme development and identify emerging priorities.
• Build relationships with senior Lebanese authorities, security institutions, donors and other national and international stakeholders.
• Oversee project budgets, procurement, monitoring and evaluation, reporting and risk management, in compliance with DCAF's policies and donor requirements.
• Lead and coordinate project teams, consultants and experts, including capacity-building initiatives.
• Contribute to resource mobilisation by identifying funding opportunities, developing project proposals and supporting donor engagement.

Required profile

• Advanced university degree in law, political science, international relations, security studies, development or a related field.
• Minimum of 10 years of relevant experience in security sector governance and reform, good governance, rule of law, human rights or related fields, including substantial programme and project management experience.
• Proven experience managing complex projects, including budget oversight, donor reporting, risk management and coordination with institutional partners.
• Experience working with senior government officials and security sector institutions in politically sensitive environments, with a strong understanding of the Lebanese context.
• Established professional network among Lebanese institutions and stakeholders; experience with international or non-profit organisations is an asset.

Required skills

• Native Arabic and excellent English (written and spoken); French is an asset.
• Strong communication skills and ability to work in an international team.

To apply, submit a one-page motivational statement in English, a two-page CV and a PDF with diplomas and work certificates by 8 November 2026.