Area Coordinator – Various locations

About the role

The Area Coordinator will represent Acted’s interests with local authorities, donors, beneficiary communities and other key stakeholders. As a member of the senior management team, you will ensure program quality, operational implementation and strategic growth across the assigned area.

Key responsibilities

• Represent Acted with authorities, donors and communities.
• Supervise Project Managers to ensure projects align with Acted’s strategy, donor guidelines and approved budgets.
• Oversee day‑to‑day operations, security and logistics in the area.
• Conduct context analysis, develop strategies and lead proposal development.
• Manage internal coordination, staff, finance, logistics, IT, HR and compliance.
• Ensure project quality control, tracking and partner management.

Required profile

• Background in international development, emergency operations or humanitarian programmes.
• At least four years of relevant professional experience, preferably including security management.
• Proven leadership and team‑management abilities.
• Ability to work under pressure with strong negotiation and interpersonal skills.

Required skills

What we offer

• Salary adjusted to education level and security context, plus a $300 monthly living allowance.
• Accommodation and meals in Acted guesthouse.
• Pension, health, life and repatriation insurance; unemployment insurance for EU citizens.
• Visa fees covered and luggage transport up to 50 kg.
• Rest & Recuperation every 2–3 months with flight tickets up to $500 and $200 allowance.
• Annual leave of 25–43 days and one‑week pre‑departure training.
• Free tax advice and psychological assistance.