Founded in 1922, DanChurchAid (DCA) is a Danish non-governmental organization whose work is based on rights. Present in the Central African Republic (CAR) since 2015, DCA provides assistance to the most vulnerable communities in conflict and post-conflict situations through humanitarian and development programs. Within the framework of the “Ndoyé” Adaptive and Productive Social Safety Nets Project (funded by the World Bank and the IDA), implemented by the Ministry of Humanitarian Action, Solidarity, and National Reconciliation through UAMOP, DCA is implementing Component 1 for the benefit of refugees and host communities in the prefectures of Haute-Kotto, Bamingui-Bangoran, and Ouaka. The project includes regular and emergency cash transfers, behavior change communication (BCC) activities, high-intensity labor (HIL) work and income-generating activities (IGA).
DCA is looking for 02 experienced Team Leaders for the implementation of its activities in Ndélé and Bria under funding from the World Bank.
JOB PURPOSE:
Under the supervision of the Ndoyé Project’s Head of Mission, the Team Leader manages the Ndoyé Project’s operational base in their area on a daily basis and is responsible for ensuring the timely and quality-compliant implementation of activities under sub-components 1.1 (regular transfers), 1.2 (emergency transfers), 1.3 (CCC), and 1.4 (THIMO and AGR). They represent DCA and the project to prefectural and local authorities, the prefectural UAMOP, UNHCR/CNR, and humanitarian actors.
ROLES & RESPONSIBILITIES
Operational management
• Develop and monitor the monthly work plans for the base, in accordance with the project work plan and deliverable schedule.
• Coordinate all activities: targeting and registration, payments, CCC, THIMO, AGR, post-distribution monitoring.
• Ensure the quality, traceability and availability of verification means for each contractual deliverable.
Team management
• Supervise and evaluate the ALC, the MEAL Officer, the logistics/finance/HR assistant, the drivers, the RECOs and the daily staff.
• Organize team training, coaching and supervision; manage schedules and travel.
Coordination externe
• Represent the project to prefectural and local authorities, UAMOP, UNHCR/CNR, clusters and other partners; participate in coordination meetings and supervision missions.
• Facilitate relationships with payment providers (Orange, Telcell, Burval, etc.) in the field.
Risk management, security and compliance
• Apply DCA safety rules, analyze the context, adapt movements and report any incident without delay.
• Ensure compliance with the environmental and social framework (ESF), EAS/HS measures, complaints mechanism and codes of conduct.
• Control the use of funds, assets and vehicles; prevent the risks of fraud and duplication.
Reporting
• Produce weekly, monthly reports and contributions to quarterly and annual reports; alert on delays, budget overruns and execution risks.
SKILLS
• Project management and team leadership; knowledge of monetary transfers (mobile money and cash).
• Concepts of THIMO, AGR and CCC; good knowledge of the requirements of institutional donors.
• Proficiency in office and reporting tools; basic budget management.
QUALIFICATIONS
• Minimum of a Bachelor’s degree (Bac+4) in social sciences, economics, agricultural economics, rural development, project management or equivalent field.
• At least 5 years of professional experience in humanitarian or development projects, including at least 3 years in a field team management position (team leader, base manager, area coordinator).
• Proven experience in cash transfers, social safety nets, food security or livelihoods.
• Fluent French (spoken and written); fluent Sango; basic English appreciated.
• Leadership, sense of responsibility, ability to negotiate and diplomacy with authorities, composure, ability to work in complex access areas and to manage the security of a team.
• Asset: experience in the relevant prefecture, experience on a project funded by the World Bank, knowledge of the Environmental and Social Framework (ESF).
GENERAL TERMS AND CONDITIONS
• Fixed-term contracts of 12 months, renewable subject to funding and performance.
• Remuneration and benefits according to the DCA salary scale in effect for the project.
• DCA has a zero-tolerance policy regarding sexual exploitation and abuse, sexual harassment, fraud, and corruption. Reference and background checks will be conducted prior to any hiring.
• No fees are required at any stage of the recruitment process.
NB: The position is reserved for candidates of Central African nationality.
How to apply
SUBMISSION METHODS:
- Documents to be provided: cover letter addressed to the Country Director of DCA in CAR; detailed and up-to-date curriculum vitae with at least three professional references; copies of diplomas, training certificates and work certificates; copy of identity document.
The deadline for submitting applications is October 19, 2026 at 5:00 PM (Central African Republic time).
Interested candidates should send their complete application to the following email address: recruitment.car@dca.dk
Applications from women are strongly encouraged.
Only shortlisted candidates will be contacted.