Area Director (Kordofan and White Nile)

Kordofan is a high-risk, volatile conflict area characterized by inter-communal violence, contested territory, civilian attacks, displacement, restricted access, and weak infrastructure. Humanitarian needs are severe, including conflict-related displacement, food insecurity, health and WASH system breakdowns, protection risks, and climate shocks. The Area Director must manage complex logistics, engage effectively with government, non-state actors, communities, NGOs, UN agencies, donors, and local institutions, while ensuring staff safety and operational continuity. The Area Director oversees all Save the Children operations across North Kordofan, South Kordofan, and White Nile, leading high-quality, accountable programmes aligned with country and global strategies. As a member of the Country Office ESMT and Area SMT, the AD provides strategic leadership, risk management, external representation, and capacity strengthening for staff and partners.