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Head of Mission, N'Djamena, Chad Organization: Plan International Country: Chad City: N'Djamena Office: Plan International in N'Djamena Date: 15 Sept 2026 Location: N'Djamena, Chad Company: Plan International The Organisation Plan International is an independent development and
humanitarian organisation that advances children's rights and
equality for girls. We believe in the power and potential of every
child but know this is often suppressed by poverty, violence,
exclusion and discrimination. And it is girls who are most
affected. Working together with children, young people, supporters and
partners, we strive for a just world, tackling the root causes of
the challenges girls and vulnerable children face. We support
children's rights from birth until they reach adulthood and we
enable children to prepare for and respond to crises and adversity.
We drive changes in practice and policy at local, national and
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global levels using our reach, experience and knowledge. For over 85 years, we have rallied other determined optimists to
transform the lives of all children in more than 80 countries. We won't stop until we are all equal. The Opportunity Plan International Chad is one of Plan International's newest
and fastest-growing country programmes in West and Central Africa.
Registered in 2021 and operational since 2023, the country office
was established against the backdrop of the Sudan refugee crisis
and has rapidly expanded its presence and impact. Today, Plan Chad
delivers integrated humanitarian and development programmes across
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education in emergencies, child protection, nutrition, cash
assistance, WASH, and sexual and reproductive health, helping
children, young people and communities affected by displacement,
crisis and inequality. As Plan International continues to grow its programme and
influencing footprint in Chad, we are seeking an experienced,
strategic and values-driven Head of Mission to lead the next phase
of our development. The Head of Mission will provide overall leadership for Plan
International's humanitarian, development and advocacy portfolio in
Chad, ensuring the organisation delivers high-quality, impactful
and accountable programmes that advance children's rights and
gender equality, particularly for girls and the most vulnerable
communities. They will be responsible for setting strategic
direction, leading and developing a high-performing team,
strengthening partnerships and securing sustainable funding to
support ambitious programme growth. This is a highly visible leadership role requiring strong
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external representation with government authorities, donors, UN
agencies, international and national NGOs, community organisations
and other key stakeholders. The successful candidate will drive
Plan International's positioning as a leading voice for children
and girls in Chad while ensuring programmes remain relevant,
evidence-based and responsive to emerging humanitarian and
development needs. The Head of Mission will oversee all aspects of country
operations, including programme quality, financial stewardship,
risk management, safety and security, safeguarding, people
leadership and organisational effectiveness. They will foster an
inclusive, high-performing culture that prioritises staff
wellbeing, accountability and continuous learning while ensuring
robust emergency preparedness and the safe delivery of programmes
in a complex operating environment. We are looking for a proven senior leader with significant
experience managing humanitarian and development programmes in
fragile or conflict-affected contexts, preferably within West and
Central Africa or the wider Sahel region. The ideal candidate will
have a strong track record in donor engagement, business
development, partnership management and organisational growth,
alongside demonstrated expertise in security and risk management,
localisation and working through partners. Fluency in French and
English is essential. This role offers a unique opportunity to lead
a growing organisation at a pivotal moment, driving meaningful
change for children, young people and communities across Chad. As a member of the West and Central Africa Regional Leadership
Team, the Head of Mission will contribute to regional strategy,
collaboration and learning, helping to shape Plan International's
broader impact across the region. Location: N'Dajamena, Chad Type of Role: Two year fixed term contract. This is a
global search and support with relocation is available as
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required. Reports to: Director of Sub Region Closing Date: Monday 28th September Equality, diversity and inclusion is at the very heart of
everything that Plan International stands for. We want Plan International to reflect the diversity of the
communities we work with, offering equal opportunities to everyone
regardless of age, disability, gender reassignment, marriage and
civil partnership, pregnancy and maternity, race, religion or
belief, sex or sexual orientation. Plan International is based on a culture of inclusivity and
we strive to create a workplace environment that ensures every
team, in every office, in every country, is rich in diverse people,
thoughts, and ideas. We foster an organisational culture that embraces our
commitment to racial justice, gender equality, girls' rights and
inclusion. Plan International believes that in a world where children
face so many threats of harm, it is our duty to ensure that we, as
an organisation, do everything we can to keep children safe. This
means that we have particular responsibilities to children that we
come into
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