Team Lead

Samaritan's Purse; United States; On-site; USD 90,000 - 120,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

International medical, prescription, &

Paid holidays

Retirement savings plan

12 vacation/personal days

On-site Medical Clinic

Job summary

Samaritan's Purse is seeking a Team Lead for the Caribbean to develop and lead country programs, build a national team, and ensure alignment with our mission. The role emphasizes spiritual leadership, governance, and capacity building across program management, security coordination, and donor reporting.

The position requires visa eligibility for the US, fluency in English/Spanish, and substantial leadership and field experience.

Qualifications

• Active US visa or approval to enter the US visa-free.
• Spanish proficiency (speaking and writing) required.
• Bachelor's degree and 5–7 years' leadership/international field work experience; Master's preferred.
• Twelve credit hours of Biblical studies strongly preferred.

Responsibilities

• Build and develop a national team to lead programs serving beneficiaries and local churches.
• Develop and implement country-office strategy and vision with Regional team and country leadership.
• Represent Samaritan's Purse to stakeholders including government officials, NGOs, and donors.
• Monitor program progress and financial accountability; ensure proper reporting.
• Oversee country-office operations and logistics; ensure efficient use of resources and staff.

Skills

Spanish proficiency

US visa eligibility

Education

Bachelor's degree (B.A.) from four-year college or university

Master's degree in International Development or related field

Twelve credit hours of Biblical studies

Job description

Location:
Job ID: 17853
Date Posted: Oct 14, 2026

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What do we believe?

Demonstrate Biblical Integrity

At Samaritan's Purse, the Gospel is the center of all we do! We start each day with a time of devotions and prayer for each other, our staff, and volunteers who serve around the world. As a faith-driven organization, our Statement of Faith shapes every aspect of our global work.

We are seeking a Team Lead to join our team in the Caribbean. Through humanitarian work, the goal and purpose of Samaritan's Purse are to help people in Jesus' name and share the Gospel of Jesus Christ.

In the role of Team Lead,you will have the opportunity to:

• Maintain a personal, active relationship with Jesus Christ and is a consistent witness for Jesus Christ.
• Build and develop a national team to lead programs targeted to serve the needs of the beneficiary community and the local church.
• Cultivate an environment of continuous development of spiritually healthy field teams.
• In collaboration with the Regional team and country senior management, lead the development and implementation of a country-office strategy and vision within the overall Samaritan's Purse mission.
• Professionally represent Samaritan's Purse to key stakeholders, including government officials, local authorities, dignitaries, other NGOs, funding agencies, donors, beneficiaries, and visitors.
• Regularly monitor program progress and financial accountability, ensuring reporting is accurate and proper in accordance with all policies and guidelines.
• Regularly monitor grant progress and alignment, ensuring timely reporting to the Department of State.
• Oversee all aspects of country-office operations and logistical support to ensure effective use of resources and support personnel for optimal operating capacity.
• Coordinate with the Security department to monitor present and potential security situations and emergencies. Monitor and track potential disasters, both natural and man-made, and keep the Regional team informed of events as well as recommendations/plans for action.
• Interview, hire, and oversee the training of employees; plan, assign, and direct work; appraise performance; reward and discipline employees; address complaints and resolve problems; build capacity; and ensure professional development.
• Other duties as assigned.

What are the qualifications?

Serve with Excellence

• Active US visa or approval to enter the US visa-free.
• Spanish proficiency (speaking and writing) required.
• Bachelor's degree (B. A.) from four-year college or university and five (5) to seven (7) years' related leadership and international field work experience; or equivalent combination of education and experience.
• Master's degree in International Development or related field preferred.
• Twelve credit hours of college-level Biblical studies strongly preferred.

What are the benefits?

Walk in Bold Faith

Samaritan's Purse is proud to offer a competitive benefits package, including:

• International medical, prescription, dental and vision insurance
• Paid Family Medical Leave
• Retirement savings plan
• Paid holidays
• 12 vacation/personal days
• When at IHQ, on-site Medical Clinic (staff and dependents)

Type: Full-time

Department: Projects

Location: Caribbean Island

Language Requirement: English and Spanish

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Samaritan's Purse
PO Box 3000
Boone, NC 28607
828.262.1980.

Samaritan’s Purse is a 501(c)(3) tax-exempt charity. All contributions designated for specific projects shall be applied to those projects, and we may assess up to 10 percent to be used for administering the gift. Occasionally, we receive more contributions for a given project than can be wisely applied to that project. When that happens, we use these funds to meet a similar pressing need.