What are we doing…?
Desired start date: 16/03/2026
Mission duration: 6 months
Location: Bangui
SOLIDARITES INTERNATIONAL (SI) is an international humanitarian aid organization that, for over 40 years, has been providing assistance to populations affected by armed conflict and natural disasters by addressing their vital needs: water, food, and shelter. Particularly committed to combating diseases linked to unsafe water, the leading cause of death worldwide, SI implements its interventions with expertise in the areas of access to drinking water, sanitation, and hygiene promotion, as well as in the essential areas of food security and livelihoods. Present in 26 countries, SI’s teams—a total of 3,200 people including expatriates, national staff, headquarters staff, and a few volunteers—operate with professionalism and dedication, respecting local cultures.
The mission
Solidarités International has been present in the Central African Republic (CAR) since 2007. SI currently has a small coordination base in Bangui (shared with ACF) and two operational bases in Markounda and Bouar.
In Markounda, in the Northwest, SI provides emergency and recovery assistance in the areas of Water, Hygiene and Sanitation (construction and rehabilitation of water points and latrines and promotion of hygiene and sustainable water resource management), Food Security and Livelihoods (food aid and economic and agricultural recovery), and Shelter and Essential Household Items. Funders: DG ECHO and CDCS (FH recently completed) / Partner: EAD.
In Bouar, in the West, SI is implementing a large-scale, multi-year development project in the WASH sector across three regions. This project aims to improve access to water services through the construction of numerous water supply systems and drinking water networks, and by supporting technical services for the sustainable management of the public water infrastructure. Funders: AFD / Partners: WFG and I3D
55 national staff, including 8 in Bangui;
7 expatriates, including 2 in Bangui;
€3.3 million in 2025
Job description
General objective:
To ensure the official representation of Solidarités International in the Central African Republic, liaising with authorities, financial partners, and other humanitarian actors, and to oversee the smooth running of operations in the country.
To guarantee the safety of teams and compliance with SI’s internal procedures and the applicable legal framework.
To contribute to the development of the mission strategy and new project proposals.
Main Challenges:
Volatile security context (particularly post-election) with numerous non-state armed groups and criminal groups operating throughout the territory;
major access difficulties, particularly due to extremely degraded road infrastructure;
increasingly constrained administrative environment;
sharp reduction in the number of humanitarian actors.
Priorities for the first 2-3 months:
Meetings with various donors to present SI’s activities and the 2026 strategy.
Development of strategic partnerships and new proposals for submission to various donors.
Continued structuring of the CAR merger within the multi-country Chad-Cameroon-CAR mission: procedures, inter-departmental communication and communication between the bases and the area office in Bangui and the coordination in Yaoundé, programmatic structuring.
Management and support for the Heads of the 2 operational bases.
Meetings with authorities and appropriation of procedures in line with the legal framework.
Monitoring of the application of security procedures.
Security :
In Bangui, the security situation is relatively calm. However, the security situation remains fragile and volatile throughout the country, with numerous non-state armed groups and criminal organizations still present. Road robberies are frequent. Conflicts in neighboring countries also negatively impact the overall security of the Central African Republic.
Intercommunal tensions persist, particularly during the transhumance season.
Your profile
Formation :
Master’s degree (5 years of higher education) in humanitarian project management; international relations; public policy; or any other relevant field
- Experience in a similar role: 0-2 years
- Experience in the humanitarian sector: + 5 years
Experiences and technical skills:
- Technical experiences:1. Strategic and financial management2. Representation of donors and authorities3. Security Management
- Cross-cutting experiences:1. Team Management and Leadership2. Organization and prioritization3. Good stress resistance
LANGUAGES :
1. French (required)
2. English (recommended)
3. Arabic (an asset)
If you offer the following conditions
A salaried position: Depending on experience, starting from EUR 3740 gross per month (EUR 3400 base salary + 10% annual leave allowance paid monthly) and a monthly Per Diem of USD 720
SI also covers accommodation costs and travel expenses between the expatriate’s home country and the place of assignment.
Breaks: During the mission, a system of alternating work and leave is in place, with 7 working days off every three months (with USD 850 allocated by Solidarités International). In addition to these break periods, one extra day of leave is granted for each month worked.
Social and medical coverage: Expatriates benefit from insurance that reimburses all healthcare costs (including medical and surgical fees, dental and ophthalmological care, and repatriation) and a supplementary benefits system that includes war risks. Essential vaccination and antimalarial treatment costs are reimbursed.
LIVING CONDITIONS:
Accommodation is in a private apartment within a compound shared with other NGO members and UN staff.
Living conditions in Bangui are relatively pleasant, with a range of restaurants, bars, and leisure activities.
It’s possible to walk during the day, and there are few security restrictions in the capital.
How to apply
Do you recognize yourself in this description?
If so, please send us your CV and cover letter.
Applications containing only CVs will not be considered.
SI reserves the right to close a recruitment process before the advertised deadline. Thank you for your understanding.
To learn more about Solidarités International: https://www.solidarites.org/fr/depuis-1980/travailler-avec-nous/offres-emploi/deposer-votre-candidature/?jobId=PA3FK026203F3VBQB6G8N8NVU-112814&langCode=fr_FR