Compliance Officer – National Position
Beirut
- Organization: Malteser International
- Location: Beirut
- Grade: Junior level - Junior
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Occupational Groups:
- Legal - Broad
- Internal audit, Investigation and Inspection
- Ombudsman and Ethics
- Closing Date:
Malteser International (MI) is the international humanitarian relief agency of the Sovereign Order of Malta. For over 60 years we provide relief and recovery for people during and following conflicts and disasters around the world. Christian values and humanitarian principles form the foundations of our work. In over 30 countries in Africa, the Americas, Asia, Europe and the Middle East, we support people in need – regardless of their religion, origin or political convictions.
In the Middle East Region, MI is operating in the context of the humanitarian crisis in Syria since 2012 implementing emergency relief measures in Turkey, Syria, and Lebanon and since 2014 in Iraq. Malteser International’s programs cover needs mainly in the health sector and are mostly partner implemented. In Lebanon, Malteser International works in partnership with the “Order of Malta Lebanon (OML)” to implement a multi-annual program funded by the German Federal Foreign Office (GFFO) to strengthen health, social and agro- humanitarian services provided by OML across Lebanon.
In support of this partner program and to support in strengthening the organizational and programmatic compliance capacities of our local partner OML in Beirut, Lebanon, Malteser International is looking for a Compliance Officer - National Position.
As Compliance Officer you will support the MI Operations & Compliance team in applying the operational compliance framework in Lebanon by guiding and accompanying our implementing partner OML to adhere to MI policies, donor rules and regulations, internal control systems and Lebanese legal requirements. In this role, you will also provide technical oversight and day-to-day monitoring of compliance processes in close coordination with the partner. You work under the direct supervision of the Operations & Compliance Manager and contribute to ensuring donor compliance, audit readiness, and strong internal control mechanisms.
Your responsibilities:
- Conduct regular compliance reviews to ensure partner adherence to MI policies, donor rules, and national regulations
- Verify financial documentation and vouchers submitted with monthly reports, ensuring completeness and accuracy
- Track compliance gaps, follow up on corrective actions, and provide regular updates to the Operations & Compliance Manager
- Prepare structured compliance reports and maintain an organized compliance filing system
- Support internal, external, and donor audits by ensuring timely preparation of required documentation
- Contribute to partner capacity strengthening through on-the-job coaching and technical guidance
- Participate in internal coordination meetings and act as technical focal point for compliance with partner departments
- Support the improvement of compliance tools, SOPs, and internal control mechanisms
Your profile:
- Master’s degree in Finance, Business Administration, Accounting, Auditing, International Development, or Bachelor’s degree with relevant work experience; professional certifications like CNAP, PMP are an asset
- Minimum 5-7 years of relevant experience in the humanitarian sector, including minimum of 4 years within INGOs in operations or compliance/audit roles
- Solid understanding of donor regulations (GFFO, BMZ, ECHO, EU, UN agencies)
- Strong commitment to humanitarian principles, safeguarding and accountability
- Proven experience in internal controls, compliance monitoring, or partner capacity building
- Experience with partner-implemented projects is highly desirable
- Fluent in English, French and Arabic; additional languages (e.g. German) are an asset
What we offer:
- Start Date: January 2026
- Duty Station: Beirut, Lebanon
- Duration of contract: 1 year, with possibility of extension depending on performance and budget’s availability
- Salary according to qualification and experience, insurance package
Working for Malteser International
Malteser is an equal opportunity employer and welcomes applications from all people, regardless of gender, confession or origin.
Malteser International is committed to safeguarding people within our programmes from exploitation, abuse and sexual harassment and has specific policies on this commitment (including a Code of Conduct) which outlines the expected behaviour and the responsibility of all staff, consultants and other organisational representatives. Malteser International conducts reference and background checks for all staff (including criminal records check for specific roles). Any candidate offered a job with Malteser International will be expected to sign MI’s Code of Conduct as an appendix to their contract of employment and agree to conduct themselves in accordance with the provisions of these documents.
Whether you work as a specialist on overseas service or in one of our regional offices - we offer you a challenging working environment in an experienced international team. More than 1,000 national and international staff are currently deployed in various crisis and disaster areas around the world as well as in our regional offices in Cologne and New York City. For more information please click here.
Applications from non-qualifying applicants will most likely be discarded by the recruiting manager.