Director, AEMEA Regional Health Programs (Remote)

Americares; United States; Remote; USD 127,000 - 140,000; Full time

Job summary

Americares is seeking a Director, Regional Health Programs for Asia, Eurasia, Middle East and Africa (AEMEA) to lead strategic and operational health programs across protracted crises. This remote role reports to the VP Regional Programs – AEMEA and manages a team of four.

You will advance program design, fundraising support, and cross-portfolio coordination, with travel up to 30% and US-based work authorization.

Qualifications

• Master’s degree in public health, public administration, or related field.
• Extensive experience leading regional health programs in complex humanitarian contexts.
• US work authorization without restriction and willingness to travel up to 30%.
• Strong ability to build partnerships with governments and donors.

Responsibilities

• Lead and supervise a 4-person regional team and provide mentorship.
• Advance strategic initiatives and portfolio growth across Asia/Eurasia, MENA, and Africa.
• Ensure program design, management, and oversight across the portfolio.
• Coordinate with HQ and regional partners to align with organizational standards.
• Build and maintain relationships with internal and external partners to advance goals.
• Promote accountability, learning, and continuous improvement in programs.

Skills

Leadership

Strategic thinking

Program management

Stakeholder engagement

Team building

Communication

Travel readiness

Education

Master’s degree in public health

Job description

Americares is seeking a Director, Regional Health Programs for Asia, Eurasia, Middle East and Africa (AEMEA) to lead strategic and operational health programs across protracted crises. This remote role reports to the VP Regional Programs – AEMEA and manages a team of four.

You will advance program design, fundraising support, and cross-portfolio coordination, with travel up to 30% and US-based work authorization.