Transparency and Anti-Corruption Advisor (Middle East Region – Remote)

ARFADA for Development and Consultations, dedicated to implementing and improving programs centered on transparency, anti-corruption, and integrity, is actively assisting our client in fulfilling its mission. We are currently in search of a “Regional Transparency and Accountability Advisor” to join our team.

Job Overview:

We are in search of a seasoned Regional Transparency and Accountability Advisor with extensive experience in transparency, accountability, anti-corruption, and enhancing integrity. The ideal candidate will have a robust background in working across several Arab countries in the Middle East and possess a deep understanding of the political and social contexts within these regions. This role requires someone with a strategic mind, capable of providing expert advice and guidance to our client’s founding team and assisting in the development and implementation of their strategic plan and program schemes.

Key Responsibilities:

1. Provide expert advice and guidance on the strategic planning and program scheme related to transparency, accountability, anti-corruption, and integrity.
2. Conduct stakeholder mapping and analysis of international and regional organizations interested in supporting such programs in the Middle East.
3. Facilitate communication with major donors and key international actors to secure support and funding for programs.
4. Assist in developing concept notes and strategic documents for program implementation and donor engagement.
5. Understand and navigate the mapping and dynamics of major donors interested in the Middle East/Arab countries.

Requirements:

1. Mandatory – Proven experience, not less than 10 years – three of them in a lead position with a NGO/INGO, working in the field of transparency, accountability, anti-corruption, and enhancing integrity, specifically within several Arab countries in the Middle East.
2. Comprehensive understanding of the political and social context of Middle Eastern countries.
3. Demonstrated ability in stakeholder mapping, analysis, and engagement with major donors and international actors.
4. Experience in developing strategic plans, program schemes, and concept notes for NGOs.
5. Fluent in English and/or Arabic is mandatory.
6. Excellent communication, negotiation, and strategic thinking skills.
7. Ability to work remotely.