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COUNTRY DIRECTOR - TÜRKIYE

CARE · Gaziantep, TR

Lead with purpose. Shape impact. Drive change.

Job description

Lead with purpose. Shape impact. Drive change.: We are seeking an exceptional Country Director (CD) to lead our Türkiye Country Office at a pivotal moment—where humanitarian response, recovery, and long-term development intersect. As CARE’s legal representative in Türkiye, you will provide bold, strategic leadership to ensure our work delivers lasting, measurable impact for the communities we serve. This is a role for a visionary leader who thrives in complexity, inspires high-performing teams, and positions organisations for future growth and relevance. This role is open to both national and international applicants. In line with CARE’s long-term localisation strategy, priority will be given to Turkish nationals. International candidates will be considered where suitable national candidates are not identified. Role Summary: Reporting to the Regional Director, the Country Director is responsible for the overall leadership, strategic direction, and operational excellence of CARE in Türkiye. You will guide a dynamic portfolio spanning humanitarian response, recovery, and development programming—ensuring it remains impactful, innovative, and aligned with national priorities and CARE’s...