Qatar Country Representative
Qatar
Listed on 2026-01-01
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Management
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Non-Profit & Social Impact
Company Description
Amideast is an American non‑profit organization established in 1951 and headquartered in Washington, D.C., with country offices and programs in the Middle East and North Africa region and beyond. Amideast provides transformational education, training, testing, and exchanges that enable individuals, companies, and international partners to better address 21st‑century challenges at home and abroad. For more information, visit (Use the "Apply for this Job" box below)..
Position OverviewWe are seeking a creative, forward‑thinking, and organized professional to represent Amideast in the State of Qatar. The preferred candidate will be currently based in Qatar and have existing professional contacts in the Qatari business, academic, and philanthropic communities. The role reports to the Vice President of Development and External Engagement at Amideast Headquarters in the US, and focuses on establishing and overseeing the local operations of Amideast, developing and maintaining key relationships, ensuring compliance with local regulations, and spearheading new business and program initiatives.
ResponsibilitiesStrategic Leadership and Planning
- Develop and implement strategies for business growth by creating marketing plans and outreach activities that align with Amideast’s mission and objectives in Qatar
- Identify new programming opportunities and areas where the organization can demonstrate value and relevance to Qatar business, academic, youth, and government sectors
- Identify potential risks and develop strategies to mitigate them
- Build and maintain strong relationships with key stakeholders, including business, academic, government officials, partner organizations, donors, and community leaders
- Represent the organization at meetings, conferences, and other events, advocating for its mission and work
- Establish and maintain relationships with government representatives and policymakers to advocate for the organization’s goals and ensure compliance with local regulations
- Ensure effective communication and collaboration among Amideast’s country office, Headquarters, and external stakeholders
- Oversee project implementation, ensuring projects are delivered effectively and efficiently, meeting agreed‑upon goals and objectives
- Manage the country office budget and financial resources, ensuring compliance with relevant regulations and policies
- Oversee administrative, logistical, security, and risk management functions for the country office
- Ensure the country office complies with all relevant local regulations, policies, and procedures
- Provide leadership and guidance to staff as required
- Prepare regular reports and updates on program activities, outcomes, and challenges
- Communicate effectively with stakeholders, both internally and externally, to share information and build support for the organization’s work
- Minimum of a BA/BS degree in a related field (Master’s degree preferred)
- Experience working for or strong knowledge of non‑profit organizations in the international education or development field
- Minimum of 5 years of relevant marketing and sales experience in Qatar
- An established network of active professional contacts in Qatar in the corporate, government, and academic sectors
- Experience developing detailed market analyses and associated business plans
- Dependable team player who performs regular, detail‑oriented duties while also offering creative ideas for effective communication
- Self‑starter with the ability to take initiative, meet deadlines, and multi‑task in a dynamic and fast‑paced environment
- Current residency in Qatar strongly preferred
- Fluency in Arabic strongly preferred
The incumbent in this position will work in a professional office environment and will utilize the following equipment when working from an Amideast office or remote home office on a hybrid basis:
- Computer (laptop or desktop)
- Printer / Photocopier / Scanner / Fax
- Telephone
The physical demands and work environment described are representative of those encountered while performing the…
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