Responsable Département Grants & Partenariat

Job Posting Organization:
SOLIDARITES INTERNATIONAL (SI) is an international humanitarian aid organization that has been providing assistance to populations affected by armed conflicts and natural disasters for over 40 years. The organization focuses on meeting vital needs such as access to water, food, and shelter. SI is particularly committed to combating diseases related to unsafe water, which is the leading cause of mortality worldwide. The organization implements interventions that demonstrate expertise in providing access to drinking water, sanitation, and hygiene promotion, as well as in security" style="border-bottom: 1px dotted #007bff !important;">security" style="border-bottom: 1px dotted #007bff !important;">food security and livelihoods. SI operates in 26 countries with a total workforce of 3,200 individuals, including expatriates, national staff, headquarters employees, and a few volunteers. SI's teams work with professionalism and commitment while respecting local cultures.

Job Overview:
The Grants & Partnership Department Manager plays a key role in developing and monitoring the partnership and financial strategy of the mission. This position requires inter-departmental coordination and provides strategic support on donor relations, contract cycle management, implementation partnerships, external compliance, and accountability to funders. The manager is also responsible for drafting project proposals in collaboration with the Deputy Country Director for Programs. The position faces several challenges, including the recent opening of the South Kivu base, which has a limited team to cover a strategically important area for donors, necessitating the management of various proposals with limited human resources. The role also involves advocating for increased budget allocations for support functions and strategizing on maintaining activities in North Kivu amidst shifting funding priorities. The first two to three months will focus on preparing for the 2027 proposal season, actively participating in the development of the overall 2027 strategy for the DRC mission, and ensuring compliance with contractual aspects of partnerships.

Duties and Responsibilities:

• Develop and monitor the partnership and financial strategy of the mission.
• Coordinate inter-departmental activities and provide strategic support on donor relations.
• Manage the contract cycle and ensure compliance with external regulations.
• Draft high-quality project proposals in collaboration with the Deputy Country Director for Programs.
• Advocate for increased budget allocations for support functions.
• Coordinate with various teams and stakeholders to produce harmonized project documents.
• Prepare for the 2027 proposal season and engage with donors.
• Monitor contractual aspects of partnerships and ensure compliance with regulations.
• Participate in strategic discussions regarding the mission's activities in North Kivu. 1
• Manage the limited human resources effectively to cover strategic areas of interest for donors.

Required Qualifications:

• University degree (Bachelor's, Master's) or postgraduate degree in project management, international development, humanitarian studies, or a related field; or equivalent professional experience in grant management within the humanitarian sector.
• Minimum of 3-4 years of experience in the humanitarian sector.
• At least 1 year of experience in a similar position.
• Experience with Solidarités International is an asset.
• Excellent writing skills with proven experience in report writing.
• Good knowledge and understanding of donor rules and procedures such as DG ECHO, CDCS/IFSAN, OCHA/FH, DDC, FCDO, among others.
• Strong autonomy, rigor, and proactive approach.

Educational Background:
A university degree (Bachelor's or Master's) in project management, international development, humanitarian studies, or a related field is required. Alternatively, equivalent professional experience in grant management within the humanitarian sector is acceptable.

Experience:
Candidates should have a minimum of 3-4 years of experience in the humanitarian sector, with at least 1 year in a similar position. Experience with Solidarités International is considered an asset.

Languages:
Fluency in French is mandatory. Proficiency in additional languages may be beneficial but is not specified as a requirement.

Additional Notes:
The position is a salaried role with a salary starting from EUR 2860 gross per month (2600 base salary + 10% annual leave allowance paid monthly) and a monthly per diem of USD 80

• SI covers accommodation costs and travel expenses between the expatriate's home country and the duty station. A break system is in place, allowing for 7 working days off every three months, with an additional day of rest for each month worked. Expatriates receive comprehensive health insurance covering all medical expenses, including surgical, dental, and ophthalmological care, as well as repatriation. Vaccination and essential malaria treatment costs are reimbursed. Living conditions include accommodation in guesthouses with private rooms and bathrooms, access to varied and quality food, and some recreational activities. Security measures are in place, with evolving rules based on the context.