Area Manager Petit Nord-Kivu

Job Posting Organization:
Humanity & Inclusion (HI) is an international non-governmental organization that has been operating in the Democratic Republic of the Congo since 199

• The organization is recognized for its humanitarian assistance and logistics support across various sectors. HI operates in multiple countries and employs a diverse workforce dedicated to improving the lives of people with disabilities and vulnerable populations. The organization focuses on providing aid in complex humanitarian contexts, particularly in areas affected by conflict and significant humanitarian needs.

Job Overview:
The Area Manager for Petit Nord-Kivu (PNK) is responsible for overseeing the implementation, development, and management of key projects in the region, including IFSAN, CDCS, and DGD-H. This role involves providing support to the ATLAS Logistics project based in Goma, focusing on coordination, access, and representation without direct management of the ATLAS team. The Area Manager will deploy management tools to ensure operational monitoring, financial control, and compliance with HI's institutional frameworks and donor requirements. Additionally, the Area Manager will actively contribute to analyzing the humanitarian and security" style="border-bottom: 1px dotted #007bff !important;">security context in PNK, identifying risks and opportunities, and formulating strategic recommendations to senior management. The position requires participation in the organizational transformation dynamics of the mission.

Duties and Responsibilities:

• Management: Supervise project leaders for IFSAN, CDCS, and DGD-H, and their associated teams. Structure and animate a multidisciplinary team to foster coordination and synergies. Recruit, support, and develop team members' skills while ensuring their autonomy and professional well-being. Promote individual and collective performance while ensuring adherence to HI's values, code of conduct, and institutional policies.
• Strategy and Oversight: Contribute to the development, implementation, and monitoring of the operational strategy in PNK. Provide regular contextual analysis on security, access, and humanitarian dynamics. Identify funding opportunities aligned with HI's priorities and contribute to project proposal writing. Develop operational and strategic partnerships with NGOs, authorities, and relevant stakeholders.
• Standards and Compliance: Ensure adherence to HI's reference frameworks and institutional policies, including protection, fraud prevention, and quality standards.
• Operational Implementation: Represent HI to local authorities, partners, and humanitarian coordination mechanisms in PNK. Oversee the implementation of IFSAN, CDCS, and DGD-H projects, ensuring quality and performance. Support ATLAS Logistics on cross-cutting issues in the region. Contribute to advocacy efforts by relaying HI's institutional messages.
• Influence: Develop HI's external influence through operational and strategic alliances, mapping key partners in PNK, and representing HI to local and international stakeholders.

Required Qualifications:
Candidates must have at least 4 years of professional experience in project management, preferably in a similar role within an international NGO. Experience in conducting diagnostics and writing intervention strategies is essential. Strong coordination and project planning skills are required, along with experience in team management and the ability to represent the organization externally. Candidates should enjoy working in multidisciplinary teams and possess strong interpersonal skills.

Educational Background:
A relevant educational background in humanitarian assistance, project management, social sciences, or a related field is required. Advanced degrees may be preferred but not mandatory depending on experience.

Experience:
A minimum of 4 years of experience in project management, with a focus on humanitarian contexts and team leadership. Experience in field coordination and strategic planning is crucial, as well as familiarity with the specific challenges faced in the Democratic Republic of the Congo.

Languages:
Fluency in French is mandatory, as it is the primary language of communication in the region. Proficiency in English is a plus and may be beneficial for international collaboration and reporting.

Additional Notes:
The position is primarily based in Mweso or Goma, with regular missions to Kitchanga and other areas of intervention in PNK. The security situation in Petit Nord-Kivu is volatile, requiring teams to adapt their operational modalities and movements frequently. The contract is international for 24 months, starting ideally on November 2, 202

• Compensation includes a gross salary starting at €2869 per month, a net per diem of €684, and additional hardship pay. Benefits include health coverage, retirement insurance, and paid leave of 25 days per year, along with R&R days every 8 weeks. The position is unaccompanied, with HI covering transport, visa costs, and personal effects transport.