Democratic Republic of the Congo: Country Representative in DRC

Location: Kinshasa, Democratic Republic of the Congo (DRC)

Contract Duration: minimum 2 years

Contract Type: full-time

Contract Start: January 2017

Objective

Reporting to the Regional Programme Manager, Central Africa, the Country Representative (CR) will provide strategic leadership and direction for CBM’s work in the DRC in line with CBM’s global and country strategies as well as national development goals and local laws. Based in Kinshasa, the CR will oversee a team of 9 local and expatriate staff and a portfolio of programmes with an annual budget of approximately EUR 3.5 million including grants from institutional donors. Together with the local CBM team, s/he will support the government and local non-government partners to develop and oversee initiatives aimed at: strengthening the health system; enhancing community based inclusive development to guarantee full and equitable participation in community life by persons with disabilities; strengthening the capacity of persons with disabilities to be effective advocates for their own rights; and building resilient communities through inclusive emergency response and disaster risk reduction.

Main tasks

Strategic leadership, direction and representation

• Serve as CBM’s legal representative in the DRC and the primary contact person in relations with external stakeholders for all matters pertaining to the functioning of the country office, programme and partnership issues

• Proactively develop and align goals, targets, resources, and values of external and internal stakeholders to achieve CBM’s vision in the DRC

• Organise, motivate and empower staff to achieve organisational goals in a timely manner qualitative manner

• Proactively identify, manage, and mitigate risks in the internal (DRC) and external environment to ensure performance and compliance of the CBM Country office and supported partners / initiatives

Strategy development and implementation

• Oversee the development and implementation of CBM country strategic plan (programmatic and organisational priorities)

• Ensure dissemination of CBM vision, mission and values

Programme development, implementation and monitoring, and learning

• Expand DRC Country Office programmes and identify funding opportunities

• Oversee and coordinate the programme portfolio to ensure the highest level of project quality and accountability, whilst fostering continuity through building local capacity and developing innovative program interventions

• Ensure programme work adheres to CBM standards and principles (inclusive project cycle management, human rights, participation, inclusion) as well as donor requirements

• Ensure participative and high quality process of monitoring and evaluation are in place

• Manage relationships with current and potential CBM partner organisations, coordinating and improving partnerships

• Lead the development, implementation and monitoring of advocacy plans on issues related to disability rights

Organisational development

• Review and improve the current organisational structure of the Country Office to enhance organisational performance and individual development

• Coordinate regular reviews and update of human resources policies and procedures

• Coordinate the development of a staff development plans in line with the country strategic plan

• Organise regular meetings with the senior management team and all staff for the purpose of exchanging information, learning, providing coaching and counselling to staff, when necessary

Administrative and financial management

• Ensure management oversight of the country office, programme budgets, and ensure appropriate budget forecasts to guarantee uninterrupted functioning of CBM-supported projects

• Assure respect of CBM global and local financial and accounting regulations in financial and administrative transactions of the country office and ensure adequate internal controls are in place for accountability and efficient use of funding

Safety and Security

• Oversee and advise on safety and security management in the DRC

• Monitor political and security situation in the DRC and put in place appropriate security measures (SOPs, Contingency Plans) and ensure adherence by staff

Information, communication and learning

• Ensure that all internal communication infrastructures are set up and smooth information flow is maintained

• Facilitate trainings, research, and learning within projects and programs

• Ensure that experiences and best practices are documented and shared across the organisation

Professional Profile and Requirements

• Advanced university degree in social sciences/development studies, management studies or other related field. A bachelor’s degree in similar field with extensive work experience in similar or comparable position also acceptable. Specific training in disability/inclusion would be an asset

• Ten years of professional experience at senior management level in an international development organisation, preferably in the field of social inclusion

• Demonstrated experience in inclusive project cycle management, including human resources and financial management

• Significant experience in organisational development and capacity building

• Proven experience in disability mainstreaming and advocacy

• Proven record of building and managing effective partnerships and strategic alliances

• Experience in financial management, accounting and budget holding principles

Personal Profile & Competencies

• Technical expertise

• Strategic thinking

• Global perspective

• Managing performance

• Fostering teamwork

• Interpersonal effectiveness

• Establishing focus

• Developing and empowering others

• Provide motivational support

• Computer literacy (Microsoft Office package). Knowledge of MS Dynamics NAV and MS SharePoint solutions advantageous

• Proficiency in English and French (oral and written).

• Readiness to travel within the DRC and internationally

The future job holder adheres to CBM’s values and commits to CBM’s Child Safeguarding Policy.

CBM encourages persons with disabilities to apply for this position. Candidates with the required profile and proven experience, who meet these qualifications, are invited to submit in English via e-mail, a meaningful cover letter, CV and salary expectations to:recruitment@cbm.org