Desired start date: 15/06/2026
Duration of the mission: 6 Months
Location: Ndjamena
SOLIDARITES INTERNATIONAL (SI) is an international humanitarian aid association which, since more than 40 years, has been providing assistance to populations affected by armed conflicts and natural disasters by meeting their basic needs for food, water and shelter. Particularly committed to the fight against diseases linked to unsafe water, the leading cause of death in the world, SI’s interventions provide expertise in the field of access to drinking water, sanitation and hygiene promotion, but also in the essential area of food security and livelihoods. Present in 26 countries, the SI teams – 3200 people in total, made up of expatriates, national staff, permanent staff at HQ, and a few volunteers – intervene with professionalism and commitment while respecting cultural norms.
About the mission
Following the outbreak of the conflict in April 2023 and forced evacuation of Khartoum and West Darfur (El Geneina), SI was the first international NGO to re-enter Darfur and resume its emergency response.
In February 2024, SI opened a base in North Darfur to provide emergency assistance to populations, as very few humanitarian organizations were operational in the state. Similarly, SI opened an office in Zalingei, Central Darfur in November 2024. Today, thanks to the support of SHF, CDCS, ECHO and BHA, activities are being implemented in West Darfur, Central Darfur, North Darfur, Gedaref and Khartoum States across WASH, Shelter and NFI support, Food Security and Livelihood sectors.
In West Darfur, the main share of the portfolio remains WASH with the provision of water through water trucking, rehabilitation of water points/water yards, borehole drilling, hygiene promotion, sanitation (emergency latrine construction, semi-permanent latrine, showers, desludging), solid waste management, WASH NFI distribution, and WASH in Health etc. Besides, SI implements food assistance mostly through cash and voucher modalities. West Darfur team also implements agricultural support activities (seeds distribution, provision of tools, training) as well as market strengthening support.
In Central Darfur. The activities mostly focus on WASH and CVA. SI also has an Emergency Response Team based in Zalingei, Central Darfur, roving across Central and West Darfur, implementing rapid responses in WASH, Shelter/NFI and Food (CVA).
In the Eastern part of the country, SI is present with Wash and FSL activities in Gedaref Khartoum and Jazeera, under ECHO, CDCS, SHF and US funds.
Most of the programs are being implemented in Consortium, including 2 led by SI, and require strong coordination efforts to provide area-based interventions. SI also has a strong localization approach, with diverse local partners in all states.
About the job
General objective:
Under the supervision of the MEAL Coordinator, the Mission MEAL Manager supports the MEAL Coordinator to ensure that the MEAL strategy of the mission is implemented by the mission staffs. He/she:
• Contributes to the centralization and harmonization of MEAL tools and processes on the mission
• Provides a methodological support to all program teams on technical questions linked to MEAL and cross-cutting issues such as: design of M&E plan, quantitative and qualitative data collection, measure of indicators, complaint response mechanism, do no harm analysis etc.
• In collaboration with the MEAL Coordinator, looks over the quality and relevance of internal monitoring and evaluation activities, recommendations and analysis produced by his/her department (studies, maps…)
• Provides support training of program teams within his/her fields of expertise
• Contributes to institutional knowledge building and improvement of MEAL methods and techniques
The main challenges:
Working closely with the Mission MEAL CO, lead all aspects of MEAL for all projects including supporting the consortium.
Priorities for the 2/3 first months:
strengthen FCRM implementation/ Strengthen APU based reporting/ Strengthen digital beneficiary registration and targeting.
Security constraints:
In Ndjamena, the situation is relatively calm, although caution is required. In Sudan, the situation is extremely volatile, and a strict adherence to security rules is mandatory.
Your profile
DIPLOMAS AND EXPERIENCE
Bachelor or masters in a related degree . A first experience working with an information management position is required. Experience with SI is highly desirable.
Experience in the humanitarian sector : 3 years
Experience on a similar position : at least 2 years
SKILLS
TECHNICAL SKILLS
- Good knowledge and practice of the project cycle management
- Strong knowledge of MEAL innovation and implementing innovation at field
- Excellent writing and oral skills
TRANSVERSAL SKILLS
- Autonomy/Pro-acitivity
- Ability to work under pressure
- Communication (both internal and external)
LANGUAGES
English Mandatory
French and Arabic would be an asset
SI will offer you
A salaried position:
According to experience, starting from EUR 2310 gross per month (2100 base salary + 10% annual leave allowance paid monthly) and a monthly Per Diem of USD 750.
SI also covers accommodation costs and travel expenses between the expatriate’s country of origin and the place of assignment.
Breaks: During the assignment, a system of alternation between work and time off is implemented at the rate of 7 working days every three months (with a USD 850 break allowance, allocated by Sl). To these breaks periods, SI grants one (1) additional rest day per month worked.
Insurance package: Expatriates benefit from an insurance package which refunds all healthcare expenses (including medical and surgical expenses, dental care and ophthalmological expenses, repatriation) and a welfare system including war risks. Essential vaccination and antimalarial treatment costs are refunded.
LIVING CONDITIONS:
The coordination team is based in N’Djamena. The post-holder will be living in a shared appartment, with electricity and internet 24h/7. The city of N’Djamena offers a wide range of leisure facilities (gyms, bars, restaurants, cultural institute, riverside walks, etc.) and a large expatriate community. The Grant Manager may be expected to visit the bases in Darfur. There, the GH are of good standard, with fluctuant internet connexion, solar panels and running water point. Social life is limited to contact with other NGO staff, with a curfew.
How to apply
Application process
Do you recognize yourself in this description? If yes, please send us your CV and cover letter: https://www.solidarites.org/fr/depuis-1980/travailler-avec-nous/offres-emploi/deposer-votre-candidature/?jobId=PA3FK026203F3VBQB6G8N8NVU-114670&langCode=fr_FR
Please note that CV-only applications will not be considered, and that the vacancy may close before the deadline.
Thank you for your understanding.
To learn more about Sl: www.solidarites.org